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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T653 MNAMOT history

T653 MNA is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 144,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
144,796 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T653 MNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T653 MNA was last recorded at 144,796 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,786 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,796 miles
  • 2025 – 139,491 miles
  • 2024 – 135,439 miles
  • 2023 – 125,031 miles
  • 2022 – 113,226 miles
  • 2021 – 104,315 miles
  • 2020 – 103,692 miles
  • 2019 – 98,636 miles
  • 2018 – 94,143 miles
  • 2017 – 94,132 miles
  • 2016 – 92,005 miles
  • 2015 – 88,875 miles
  • 2014 – 83,015 miles
  • 2013 – 79,743 miles
  • 2012 – 76,980 miles
  • 2011 – 72,702 miles
  • 2010 – 66,436 miles
  • 2009 – 62,529 miles
  • 2008 – 57,454 miles
  • 2007 – 54,006 miles
  • 2006 – 47,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,796 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,796 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    144,796 miles
    Test number
    579496231813
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail144,786 miles (+5,295)1 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,786 miles
    Test number
    975026251953
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass139,491 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    139,491 miles
    Test number
    114070484128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S and N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,484 miles (+4,045)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,484 miles
    Test number
    373114288656
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Nearside and Offside (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and Offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass135,439 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    135,439 miles
    Test number
    944385207156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail135,434 miles (+10,403)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,434 miles
    Test number
    282942537727
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass125,031 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    125,031 miles
    Test number
    108998658112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill to floor area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail125,031 miles (+11,805)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,031 miles
    Test number
    362151546645
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill to floor area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass113,226 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,226 miles
    Test number
    334607375884
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on tread and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail113,226 miles (+8,911)2 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,226 miles
    Test number
    897988004281
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on tread and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,315 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,315 miles
    Test number
    872545371189
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  12. Fail104,309 miles (+617)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,309 miles
    Test number
    372283263758
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to broken coil spring n/s/f (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine sump appears damaged and leaking more investigation may be needed (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  13. Pass103,692 miles (+5,056)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,692 miles
    Test number
    355086947654
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass98,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,636 miles
    Test number
    229036071084
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail98,636 miles (+4,493)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,636 miles
    Test number
    860323286714
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible Cracked & Faded (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass94,143 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,143 miles
    Test number
    925853704403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  17. Fail94,132 miles (+2,127)2 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,132 miles
    Test number
    585739564523
    • DangerousIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s and n/s/f (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake binding o/s and n/s (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  18. Pass92,005 miles (+3,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    132817831004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower door hinge bolt loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass88,875 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    645642495128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail88,875 miles (+5,860)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    189252195123
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass83,015 miles (+3,272)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,015 miles
    Test number
    418812294186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,743 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,743 miles
    Test number
    457597493188
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Fail79,743 miles (+2,763)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,743 miles
    Test number
    569797393158
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass76,980 miles (+4,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,980 miles
    Test number
    339798002487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass72,702 miles (+6,266)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    72,702 miles
    Test number
    405587531237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,436 miles (+3,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,436 miles
    Test number
    270382510165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  27. Pass62,529 miles (+5,075)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,529 miles
    Test number
    393683499004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass57,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,454 miles
    Test number
    354452808135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  29. Fail57,454 miles (+3,448)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,454 miles
    Test number
    734712808136
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  30. Pass54,006 miles (+6,537)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,006 miles
    Test number
    883197917188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,469 miles
    Test number
    402389686022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T653 MNA

Does T653 MNA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T653 MNA is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T653 MNA?
The MOT on T653 MNA 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 T653 MNA done?
T653 MNA was recorded at 144,796 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 4,783 miles a year.
Has T653 MNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T653 MNA has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T653 MNA 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 T653 MNA find?
T653 MNA passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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