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Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T687 LKLMOT history

T687 LKL is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
89,712 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T687 LKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T687 LKL was last recorded at 89,712 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,467 miles · 1 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
245 miles
Average per year
2,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,712 miles
  • 2025 – 88,075 miles
  • 2024 – 86,825 miles
  • 2023 – 85,694 miles
  • 2022 – 84,585 miles
  • 2021 – 83,548 miles
  • 2020 – 83,099 miles
  • 2019 – 81,475 miles
  • 2018 – 79,979 miles
  • 2017 – 78,226 miles
  • 2016 – 76,754 miles
  • 2015 – 74,702 miles
  • 2014 – 72,155 miles
  • 2013 – 68,489 miles
  • 2012 – 64,579 miles
  • 2011 – 61,592 miles
  • 2010 – 58,412 miles
  • 2009 – 55,194 miles
  • 2008 – 50,983 miles
  • 2007 – 44,237 miles
  • 2006 – 40,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,712 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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, 2019–2026

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,712 miles (+245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    89,712 miles
    Test number
    145331734506
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,467 miles (+1,392)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,467 miles
    Test number
    198334744322
    • 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 emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,075 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    137610486495
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and both rear suspension springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Fail88,075 miles (+1,250)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    128224041235
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and both rear suspension springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  5. Pass86,825 miles (+1,131)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    86,825 miles
    Test number
    409880588244
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play at offside steering rack

  6. Pass85,694 miles (+1,109)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    85,694 miles
    Test number
    709259480701
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack has slight play

  7. Pass84,585 miles (+1,037)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,585 miles
    Test number
    443548821843
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play at offside steering rack

  8. Pass83,548 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    83,548 miles
    Test number
    413436494958
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear suspension springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  9. Fail83,548 miles (+449)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,548 miles
    Test number
    634978182004
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear suspension springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  10. Pass83,099 miles (+1,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    83,099 miles
    Test number
    515331152772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre damaged on outer wall but not showing cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  11. Pass81,475 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,475 miles
    Test number
    290188479280
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail81,475 miles (+1,496)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,475 miles
    Test number
    510234028414
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,979 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,979 miles
    Test number
    322667946179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,226 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,226 miles
    Test number
    280106296426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,754 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,754 miles
    Test number
    953794996195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,702 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,702 miles
    Test number
    985484305127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  17. Fail74,702 miles (+2,547)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,702 miles
    Test number
    245443305437
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  18. Fail72,155 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,155 miles
    Test number
    306874894050
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Pass72,155 miles (+3,666)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,155 miles
    Test number
    997624994032
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  20. Pass68,489 miles (+3,910)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,489 miles
    Test number
    145849003143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,579 miles
    Test number
    428760092040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,579 miles (+2,987)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,579 miles
    Test number
    506540292014
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass61,592 miles (+3,180)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,592 miles
    Test number
    135424001194
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slighty out of shape
    • NoteExhuast system corroded
    • NoteNear side front lower suspension arm rear bush slighty perished
    • NoteOff side front lower suspension arm rear bush partly seperated around inner pin

  24. Pass58,412 miles (+3,218)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    980059500132
    • NoteOff side front lower suspension arm rear bush partially seperated

  25. Pass55,194 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,194 miles
    Test number
    610571419109
    • NoteSlight play at offside front lower suspension arm rear bush

  26. Fail55,194 miles (+4,211)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,194 miles
    Test number
    324550319185
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlight play at offside front lower suspension arm rear bush

  27. Pass50,983 miles (+6,746)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,983 miles
    Test number
    933652308100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,237 miles (+3,662)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,237 miles
    Test number
    863761207132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiper motor has very slow operation

  29. Pass40,575 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,575 miles
    Test number
    792601906107
    • NoteOffside front wing damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer wall damaged

Questions about T687 LKL

Does T687 LKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T687 LKL is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T687 LKL?
The MOT on T687 LKL is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T687 LKL done?
T687 LKL was recorded at 89,712 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 2,432 miles a year.
Has T687 LKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T687 LKL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T687 LKL 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 T687 LKL find?
T687 LKL passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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