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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T590 RCDMOT history

T590 RCD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
158,521 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T590 RCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T590 RCD was last recorded at 158,521 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 1,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Feb 2010: 24,898 miles, lower than 78,099 miles on 7 Apr 2009.

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
157,011 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,510 miles
Average per year
4,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,521 miles
  • 2025 – 157,011 miles
  • 2019 – 156,395 miles
  • 2018 – 152,706 miles
  • 2017 – 150,544 miles
  • 2016 – 145,155 miles
  • 2015 – 137,355 miles
  • 2014 – 130,614 miles
  • 2013 – 112,310 miles
  • 2012 – 97,173 miles
  • 2011 – 95,252 miles
  • 2010 – 24,898 miles
  • 2009 – 78,099 miles
  • 2008 – 71,734 miles
  • 2007 – 66,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,521 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,521 miles (+1,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    158,521 miles
    Test number
    155781735312
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass157,011 miles (+616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,011 miles
    Test number
    276581388626
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,395 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    156,395 miles
    Test number
    262435342076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    152,706 miles
    Test number
    132588525474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail152,706 miles (+2,162)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,706 miles
    Test number
    156507360692
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass150,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    150,544 miles
    Test number
    102670998130
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail150,544 miles (+5,389)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,544 miles
    Test number
    397252420208
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass145,155 miles (+7,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    145,155 miles
    Test number
    349245783618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brakes just meet requitments

  9. Pass137,355 miles (+48)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    137,355 miles
    Test number
    249181725104
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Fail137,307 miles (+6,693)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,307 miles
    Test number
    985139215122
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass130,614 miles (+18,304)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    130,614 miles
    Test number
    469679114195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.

  12. Pass112,310 miles (+15,137)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    112,310 miles
    Test number
    396586083051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,173 miles (+1,921)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,173 miles
    Test number
    255975692088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    95,252 miles
    Test number
    169322191435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,252 miles (+70,354)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,252 miles
    Test number
    317392191006
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass24,898 miles (-53,201)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    24,898 miles
    Test number
    623807640095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag malfunction light is on
    • NoteAux drive belt perished
    • NoteDamage to front nearside outer sill panel
    • NoteStarter motor slightly noisy

  17. Pass78,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,099 miles
    Test number
    284857999012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,099 miles (+6,365)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,099 miles
    Test number
    501067399040
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass71,734 miles (+5,644)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,734 miles
    Test number
    181166888027
    • NoteAir bag malfunction light is on

  20. Pass66,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    66,090 miles
    Test number
    194589087065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T590 RCD

Does T590 RCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T590 RCD is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T590 RCD?
The MOT on T590 RCD is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T590 RCD done?
T590 RCD was recorded at 158,521 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,785 miles a year.
Has T590 RCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T590 RCD has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on T590 RCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Feb 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T590 RCD find?
T590 RCD passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, and 1 more.

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