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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T599 LPUMOT history

T599 LPU is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 258,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
258,677 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T599 LPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T599 LPU was last recorded at 258,677 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 8,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
250,117 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,560 miles
Average per year
11,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 258,677 miles
  • 2024 – 250,117 miles
  • 2023 – 241,559 miles
  • 2022 – 229,094 miles
  • 2021 – 220,180 miles
  • 2020 – 212,283 miles
  • 2019 – 197,552 miles
  • 2018 – 184,813 miles
  • 2017 – 170,521 miles
  • 2016 – 156,197 miles
  • 2015 – 143,162 miles
  • 2014 – 127,896 miles
  • 2013 – 110,994 miles
  • 2012 – 102,684 miles
  • 2011 – 94,493 miles
  • 2009 – 85,598 miles
  • 2008 – 63,151 miles
  • 2007 – 48,536 miles
  • 2006 – 34,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,677 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main supply

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass258,677 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    258,677 miles
    Test number
    588416479640
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail258,677 miles (+8,560)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,677 miles
    Test number
    126686870167
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass250,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    250,117 miles
    Test number
    453011349527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail250,117 miles (+8,558)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,117 miles
    Test number
    261590257908
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass241,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    241,559 miles
    Test number
    865463510149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail241,551 miles (+12,457)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,551 miles
    Test number
    847053738388
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass229,094 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    229,094 miles
    Test number
    419534604998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail229,094 miles (+8,914)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,094 miles
    Test number
    544524957911
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass220,180 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    220,180 miles
    Test number
    375586159447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail220,180 miles (+7,897)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,180 miles
    Test number
    676916949148
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass212,283 miles (+80)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    212,283 miles
    Test number
    112067281990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main supply (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail212,203 miles (+14,651)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,203 miles
    Test number
    423056868198
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main supply (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass197,552 miles (+12,739)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    197,552 miles
    Test number
    102208908035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass184,813 miles (+14,292)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    184,813 miles
    Test number
    143953572649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass170,521 miles (+14,324)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    170,521 miles
    Test number
    550517172397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass156,197 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    156,197 miles
    Test number
    263215760422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and sidewall deteriorated (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail156,196 miles (+13,034)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,196 miles
    Test number
    218662248717
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and sidewall deteriorated (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass143,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    143,162 miles
    Test number
    557586635150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail143,162 miles (+15,266)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,162 miles
    Test number
    658515635127
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass127,896 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    127,896 miles
    Test number
    406764934166
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail127,896 miles (+16,902)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,896 miles
    Test number
    209474034494
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass110,994 miles (+8,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    110,994 miles
    Test number
    819427433122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  23. Pass102,684 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,684 miles
    Test number
    769474542176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail102,647 miles (+8,154)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,647 miles
    Test number
    626202532116
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass94,493 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    94,493 miles
    Test number
    306767011018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail94,451 miles (+8,853)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,451 miles
    Test number
    877264711058
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  27. Pass85,598 miles (+22,447)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,598 miles
    Test number
    182550439339
    • NoteO/s/f/tyre wearing on inner edges

  28. Pass63,151 miles (+6,357)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    63,151 miles
    Test number
    400349938398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,794 miles (+8,258)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,794 miles
    Test number
    300280968040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass48,536 miles (+14,146)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,536 miles
    Test number
    933715967084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,390 miles
    Test number
    941379166066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T599 LPU

Does T599 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T599 LPU is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T599 LPU?
The MOT on T599 LPU is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T599 LPU done?
T599 LPU was recorded at 258,677 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 11,364 miles a year.
Has T599 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T599 LPU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T599 LPU 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 T599 LPU find?
T599 LPU passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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