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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T597 RETMOT history

T597 RET is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 169,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2025
Mileage
169,211 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T597 RET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T597 RET was last recorded at 169,211 miles on 27 Jun 2024, 4,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,758 miles · 18 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,453 miles
Average per year
8,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,211 miles
  • 2023 – 164,758 miles
  • 2022 – 158,119 miles
  • 2021 – 154,270 miles
  • 2020 – 147,909 miles
  • 2019 – 139,031 miles
  • 2018 – 133,139 miles
  • 2017 – 126,722 miles
  • 2016 – 120,086 miles
  • 2015 – 113,987 miles
  • 2014 – 107,709 miles
  • 2013 – 105,902 miles
  • 2012 – 99,726 miles
  • 2011 – 94,624 miles
  • 2010 – 85,251 miles
  • 2009 – 78,495 miles
  • 2008 – 70,913 miles
  • 2007 – 62,729 miles
  • 2006 – 10,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,211 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes, slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs very rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,211 miles (+4,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    169,211 miles
    Test number
    403794462294
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes, slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs very rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass164,758 miles (+6,639)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    164,758 miles
    Test number
    962959782669
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass158,119 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    158,119 miles
    Test number
    240397514887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail158,104 miles (+3,834)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,104 miles
    Test number
    148493115619
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  5. Pass154,270 miles (+164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    154,270 miles
    Test number
    205656166586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail154,106 miles (+6,197)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,106 miles
    Test number
    138186848441
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass147,909 miles (+227)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    147,909 miles
    Test number
    343259995922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill trim fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre stretched on rim
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre stretched on rim
    • AdvisoryO/s sill trim fitted

  8. Fail147,682 miles (+8,651)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,682 miles
    Test number
    436636049089
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill trim fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre stretched on rim
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre stretched on rim
    • AdvisoryO/s sill trim fitted

  9. Pass139,031 miles (+119)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    139,031 miles
    Test number
    353290218575
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured amplifier wiring routed through vehicle interior (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBoost hose chafed
    • AdvisoryEngine management light not illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre stretched
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre stretched

  10. Fail138,912 miles (+5,773)1 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,912 miles
    Test number
    515636399438
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges amplifier wiring routed through nearside door (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured amplifier wiring routed through vehicle interior (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBoost hose chafed
    • AdvisoryEngine management light not illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre stretched
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre stretched

  11. Pass133,139 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    133,139 miles
    Test number
    727054811966
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake discs (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail133,139 miles (+6,417)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,139 miles
    Test number
    118875346663
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake discs (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass126,722 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    126,722 miles
    Test number
    316276345294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive damage (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Fail126,717 miles (+6,631)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,717 miles
    Test number
    489778086100
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured link bar (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive damage (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass120,086 miles (+6,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    120,086 miles
    Test number
    809119981598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle been lowerd

  16. Pass113,987 miles (+6,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    113,987 miles
    Test number
    178171835490
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass107,709 miles (+1,807)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    107,709 miles
    Test number
    489979434034
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass105,902 miles (+6,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    105,902 miles
    Test number
    187660043029
    • NoteHIstory of brake pedal going to floor unable to get to do on mot.

  19. Pass99,726 miles (+5,102)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    99,726 miles
    Test number
    137375632414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteG/box mounting slight play.

  20. Pass94,624 miles (+9,373)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    94,624 miles
    Test number
    485486031047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,251 miles2 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,251 miles
    Test number
    291152040082
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front steering rack arm has slight play in its fixings (inner)

  22. Pass85,251 miles (+6,756)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    85,251 miles
    Test number
    761012140057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front steering rack arm has slight play in its fixings (inner)

  23. Pass78,495 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,495 miles
    Test number
    910653149062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  24. Fail78,477 miles (+7,564)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    262391449060
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  25. Pass70,913 miles (+8,184)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    70,913 miles
    Test number
    753587158090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,729 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    203939777050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,606 miles (+51,737)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,606 miles
    Test number
    281835177062
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass10,869 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,869 miles
    Test number
    782095976065
    • NoteRear windows rather dark

Questions about T597 RET

Does T597 RET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T597 RET expired on 26 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T597 RET?
The MOT on T597 RET expired on 26 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T597 RET done?
T597 RET was recorded at 169,211 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2024, an average of 8,660 miles a year.
Has T597 RET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T597 RET has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T597 RET 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 T597 RET find?
T597 RET passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes, slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs very rusty; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on rear axle.

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