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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T681 RBRMOT history

T681 RBR is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 119,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
119,084 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T681 RBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T681 RBR was last recorded at 119,084 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,590 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
494 miles
Average per year
3,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,084 miles
  • 2025 – 118,590 miles
  • 2024 – 116,359 miles
  • 2023 – 113,966 miles
  • 2022 – 111,136 miles
  • 2021 – 108,380 miles
  • 2020 – 106,659 miles
  • 2019 – 103,921 miles
  • 2018 – 99,826 miles
  • 2017 – 95,276 miles
  • 2016 – 89,762 miles
  • 2015 – 84,734 miles
  • 2014 – 80,535 miles
  • 2013 – 75,876 miles
  • 2012 – 70,963 miles
  • 2011 – 66,981 miles
  • 2010 – 62,596 miles
  • 2009 – 57,622 miles
  • 2008 – 52,967 miles
  • 2007 – 47,417 miles
  • 2006 – 42,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,084 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,084 miles (+494)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    119,084 miles
    Test number
    272139130730
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,590 miles (+2,231)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    118,590 miles
    Test number
    925772127864
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,359 miles (+2,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,359 miles
    Test number
    321709645012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,966 miles (+2,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    113,966 miles
    Test number
    270382106203
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass111,136 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,136 miles
    Test number
    234999710905
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail111,136 miles (+2,756)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,136 miles
    Test number
    991670058797
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass108,380 miles (+1,721)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    108,380 miles
    Test number
    620285299636
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner rack joints

  8. Pass106,659 miles (+2,738)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,659 miles
    Test number
    826549114390
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Lower engine radiator
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass103,921 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    103,921 miles
    Test number
    946119074287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod slight movement
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,921 miles (+4,095)1 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,921 miles
    Test number
    982383149326
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 91(H) (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod slight movement
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,826 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    99,826 miles
    Test number
    449017631908
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail99,826 miles (+4,550)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,826 miles
    Test number
    556008534598
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass95,276 miles (+5,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,276 miles
    Test number
    430973094083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked and aged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryInner rack arms slight play

  14. Pass89,762 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    144989909623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  15. Fail89,762 miles (+5,028)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    358522159976
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  16. Pass84,734 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    84,734 miles
    Test number
    418035249620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail84,734 miles (+4,199)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,734 miles
    Test number
    571213186257
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  18. Pass80,535 miles (+4,659)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,535 miles
    Test number
    947751964264
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass75,876 miles (+4,913)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,876 miles
    Test number
    336015953212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  20. Pass70,963 miles (+3,982)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,963 miles
    Test number
    725210152250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f alloy wheel
    • NoteTop steering colum bearing slightly worn

  21. Pass66,981 miles (+4,385)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,981 miles
    Test number
    787894261217
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteAll coil springs showing signs of corrosion

  22. Pass62,596 miles (+4,974)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    62,596 miles
    Test number
    420816760284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass57,622 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,622 miles
    Test number
    302414369271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,967 miles
    Test number
    133983968286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,967 miles (+5,550)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,967 miles
    Test number
    210992568220
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass47,417 miles (+5,240)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,417 miles
    Test number
    263523867288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,177 miles
    Test number
    780665166203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T681 RBR

Does T681 RBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T681 RBR is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T681 RBR?
The MOT on T681 RBR is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T681 RBR done?
T681 RBR was recorded at 119,084 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 3,856 miles a year.
Has T681 RBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T681 RBR has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T681 RBR 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 T681 RBR find?
T681 RBR passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 8 more.

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