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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T588 ALNMOT history

T588 ALN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 53,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
53,082 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T588 ALN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T588 ALN was last recorded at 53,082 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2016: 30,945 miles, lower than 30,946 miles on 3 Aug 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
53,080 miles · 17 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,082 miles
  • 2024 – 50,858 miles
  • 2023 – 49,956 miles
  • 2022 – 46,097 miles
  • 2021 – 42,865 miles
  • 2020 – 37,526 miles
  • 2019 – 34,520 miles
  • 2018 – 32,410 miles
  • 2017 – 31,455 miles
  • 2016 – 30,945 miles
  • 2015 – 29,795 miles
  • 2014 – 28,967 miles
  • 2013 – 28,044 miles
  • 2012 – 27,145 miles
  • 2011 – 25,811 miles
  • 2010 – 22,614 miles
  • 2009 – 21,292 miles
  • 2008 – 20,904 miles
  • 2007 – 19,855 miles
  • 2006 – 18,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,082 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySill panels damaged

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 Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre outer side wall has cut no cords or ply showing OK for mot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,082 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    53,082 miles
    Test number
    646652806856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill panels damaged

  2. Fail53,080 miles (+2,222)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,080 miles
    Test number
    704265233893
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryDamage to both outer sills

  3. Pass50,858 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    50,858 miles
    Test number
    719786806488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass49,956 miles (+3,859)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,956 miles
    Test number
    695124116263
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass46,097 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    46,097 miles
    Test number
    783295166777
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail46,095 miles (+3,230)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,095 miles
    Test number
    189954820202
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass42,865 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    42,865 miles
    Test number
    506552673511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,526 miles (+3,006)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,526 miles
    Test number
    148769581858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,520 miles (+2,110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    34,520 miles
    Test number
    556683150483
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r coil spring slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre perished and wearing on edges

  10. Pass32,410 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    32,410 miles
    Test number
    535092211262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail32,403 miles (+948)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,403 miles
    Test number
    933907349373
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  12. Pass31,455 miles (+510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,455 miles
    Test number
    501607623314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  13. Pass30,945 miles (-1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    30,945 miles
    Test number
    384742225438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre outer side wall has cut no cords or ply showing OK for mot

  14. Fail30,946 miles (+1,151)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,946 miles
    Test number
    157212922058
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre outer side wall has cut no cords or ply showing OK for mot

  15. Pass29,795 miles (+828)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,795 miles
    Test number
    959198505258
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth inner cv boots damp
    • NoteN/s/r coil spring slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to outer sidewall on o/s/r tyre
    • NoteSlight play from steering. n/s

  16. Pass28,967 miles (+923)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,967 miles
    Test number
    945682214274
    • NoteBoth inner cv boots damp
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner faces
    • NoteNail in n/s/f tyre
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r tyre, outer sidewall
    • NoteSlight play from steering. n/s

  17. Pass28,044 miles (+899)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    28,044 miles
    Test number
    389216603277
    • NoteEngine plastic undertray missing
    • NoteLeak from air conditioning gas pressure switch area
    • NoteO/S/R outer side wall has signs of damage cut that has been glued down no signs of cord or ply
    • NoteSigns of grease on both O/S/F and N/S/F inner CV gaitors but no signs of damage and no dirt ingress posible
    • NoteSlight play felt a N/S/F inner track rod arm joint at steering rack ( no excessive play felt at steering wheel )
    • NoteSlight signs of corrosion to both O/S/F and N/S/F inner front brake disc surfaces

  18. Pass27,145 miles (+1,334)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,145 miles
    Test number
    106444012264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,811 miles (+3,197)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,811 miles
    Test number
    465539501246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,614 miles (+1,322)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    22,614 miles
    Test number
    253551300266
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front tyre outer wall(mot ok)

  21. Pass21,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    21,292 miles
    Test number
    393528609289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,292 miles (+388)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,292 miles
    Test number
    473018009206
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  23. Pass20,904 miles (+1,049)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    20,904 miles
    Test number
    540216298180
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing

  24. Pass19,855 miles (+1,315)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,855 miles
    Test number
    584742117223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,540 miles
    Test number
    290922096157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T588 ALN

Does T588 ALN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T588 ALN is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T588 ALN?
The MOT on T588 ALN is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T588 ALN done?
T588 ALN was recorded at 53,082 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 1,721 miles a year.
Has T588 ALN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T588 ALN has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T588 ALN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T588 ALN find?
T588 ALN passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; sill panels damaged.

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