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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T603 ABLMOT history

T603 ABL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 170,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
170,647 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T603 ABL
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
5 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T603 ABL was last recorded at 170,647 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,621 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
5,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,647 miles
  • 2024 – 162,707 miles
  • 2023 – 156,434 miles
  • 2022 – 151,348 miles
  • 2021 – 147,280 miles
  • 2020 – 143,268 miles
  • 2019 – 139,114 miles
  • 2018 – 133,864 miles
  • 2017 – 128,311 miles
  • 2016 – 124,389 miles
  • 2015 – 120,161 miles
  • 2014 – 115,941 miles
  • 2013 – 111,911 miles
  • 2012 – 107,212 miles
  • 2011 – 100,266 miles
  • 2010 – 94,396 miles
  • 2009 – 87,297 miles
  • 2008 – 78,935 miles
  • 2007 – 71,113 miles
  • 2006 – 63,252 miles
  • 2005 – 55,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,647 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryChips in screen
  • AdvisoryRear brake pipes rusty
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,647 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    170,647 miles
    Test number
    577787432190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryChips in screen
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  2. Fail170,621 miles (+7,914)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,621 miles
    Test number
    173535517135
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/40 ZR18 Tread - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/40 ZR18 Tread - 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/40 ZR18 Tread - 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/40 ZR18 Tread - 3.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,707 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    162,707 miles
    Test number
    728624311525
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail162,707 miles (+6,273)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,707 miles
    Test number
    665934171541
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass156,434 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    156,434 miles
    Test number
    841997240750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail156,366 miles (+5,018)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,366 miles
    Test number
    948943551417
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust back box (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass151,348 miles (+4,068)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    151,348 miles
    Test number
    335557170101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,280 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    147,280 miles
    Test number
    492477308103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail147,273 miles (+4,005)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,273 miles
    Test number
    184467597098
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass143,268 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    143,268 miles
    Test number
    361870262762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail143,263 miles (+4,149)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,263 miles
    Test number
    442094615463
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass139,114 miles (+5,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    139,114 miles
    Test number
    881404537215
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake reading slightly low - H/brake minimum efficiency only just met

  13. Pass133,864 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    133,864 miles
    Test number
    314862804024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail133,859 miles (+5,548)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,859 miles
    Test number
    391206703791
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass128,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,311 miles
    Test number
    256655536098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail128,311 miles (+3,922)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,311 miles
    Test number
    816633995176
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass124,389 miles (+4,228)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,389 miles
    Test number
    786380052856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass120,161 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    120,161 miles
    Test number
    976905875107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail120,152 miles (+4,211)3 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,152 miles
    Test number
    995744775186
    • DangerousCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass115,941 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,941 miles
    Test number
    707738954114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,911 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    111,911 miles
    Test number
    315370853102
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low

  22. Fail111,910 miles (+4,698)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,910 miles
    Test number
    739050253101
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low

  23. Pass107,212 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    107,212 miles
    Test number
    259554372433
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail107,179 miles (+6,913)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,179 miles
    Test number
    797932072149
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass100,266 miles (+5,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,266 miles
    Test number
    979732551185
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass94,396 miles (+266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    94,396 miles
    Test number
    432475660126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail94,130 miles (+6,833)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,130 miles
    Test number
    422632650145
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass87,297 miles (+8,362)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,297 miles
    Test number
    364372659139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass78,935 miles (+7,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,935 miles
    Test number
    820575068106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass71,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    71,113 miles
    Test number
    302276857109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail71,113 miles (+7,861)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,113 miles
    Test number
    881476157102
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  32. Pass63,252 miles (+8,031)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,252 miles
    Test number
    714886246185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass55,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    55,221 miles
    Test number
    163198465140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T603 ABL

Does T603 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T603 ABL is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T603 ABL?
The MOT on T603 ABL is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T603 ABL done?
T603 ABL was recorded at 170,647 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 5,653 miles a year.
Has T603 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T603 ABL has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T603 ABL 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 T603 ABL find?
T603 ABL passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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