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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T581 NBLMOT history

T581 NBL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,351 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T581 NBL was last recorded at 102,351 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,888 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
463 miles
Average per year
2,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,351 miles
  • 2024 – 101,888 miles
  • 2023 – 101,352 miles
  • 2022 – 98,888 miles
  • 2021 – 96,494 miles
  • 2020 – 95,800 miles
  • 2019 – 93,161 miles
  • 2018 – 90,230 miles
  • 2017 – 87,523 miles
  • 2016 – 83,931 miles
  • 2015 – 80,607 miles
  • 2014 – 77,392 miles
  • 2013 – 73,912 miles
  • 2012 – 70,516 miles
  • 2011 – 65,046 miles
  • 2010 – 60,932 miles
  • 2009 – 59,203 miles
  • 2008 – 57,428 miles
  • 2007 – 53,476 miles
  • 2006 – 46,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,351 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,351 miles (+463)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,351 miles
    Test number
    341866847223
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,888 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,888 miles
    Test number
    434579997683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,352 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,352 miles
    Test number
    620953901913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,888 miles (+2,394)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,888 miles
    Test number
    236569955260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,494 miles (+694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,494 miles
    Test number
    404458169632
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass95,800 miles (+2,639)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,800 miles
    Test number
    255929854027
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass93,161 miles (+2,931)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,161 miles
    Test number
    623747742378
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,230 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,230 miles
    Test number
    263839981373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,523 miles
    Test number
    451172995155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,521 miles (+3,590)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,521 miles
    Test number
    863741874101
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass83,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,931 miles
    Test number
    299980258435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,930 miles (+3,323)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,930 miles
    Test number
    946026543971
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass80,607 miles (+1)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,607 miles
    Test number
    227072845126
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCenter exhaust metal braket broken off

  14. Fail80,606 miles (+3,214)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,606 miles
    Test number
    997641845199
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCenter exhaust metal braket broken off

  15. Pass77,392 miles (+3,480)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    77,392 miles
    Test number
    167997324149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is cracking on the walls

  16. Pass73,912 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,912 miles
    Test number
    828063813197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail73,912 miles (+3,396)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,912 miles
    Test number
    935033513165
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass70,516 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,516 miles
    Test number
    168414342100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,354 miles (+5,308)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,354 miles
    Test number
    498437202168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,046 miles (+4,114)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,046 miles
    Test number
    899220311188
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass60,932 miles (+1,729)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,932 miles
    Test number
    980048710122
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass59,203 miles (+1,775)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,203 miles
    Test number
    174057299004
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Pass57,428 miles (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,428 miles
    Test number
    210572608445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,476 miles (+6,724)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,476 miles
    Test number
    212713407423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,752 miles
    Test number
    510679986087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T581 NBL

Does T581 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T581 NBL is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T581 NBL?
The MOT on T581 NBL is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T581 NBL done?
T581 NBL was recorded at 102,351 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 2,843 miles a year.
Has T581 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 NBL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on T581 NBL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T581 NBL find?
T581 NBL passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 1 more.

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