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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T68 XUYMOT history

T68 XUY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 175,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2025
Mileage
175,776 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2024
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T68 XUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T68 XUY was last recorded at 175,776 miles on 10 Feb 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,775 miles · 8 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 175,776 miles
  • 2023 – 171,385 miles
  • 2022 – 168,997 miles
  • 2021 – 156,707 miles
  • 2020 – 144,161 miles
  • 2019 – 135,589 miles
  • 2018 – 133,051 miles
  • 2017 – 127,362 miles
  • 2016 – 121,897 miles
  • 2015 – 116,396 miles
  • 2014 – 111,183 miles
  • 2013 – 105,577 miles
  • 2012 – 102,144 miles
  • 2011 – 100,492 miles
  • 2010 – 98,710 miles
  • 2009 – 94,917 miles
  • 2008 – 93,686 miles
  • 2007 – 92,509 miles
  • 2006 – 91,343 miles
  • 2005 – 88,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,776 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOs wing corroded and holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTemp repair made to drivers seat
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in placesRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

35 tests since 21 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,776 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    175,776 miles
    Test number
    489611209680
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOs wing corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryTemp repair made to drivers seat
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in places

  2. Fail175,775 miles (+4,390)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,775 miles
    Test number
    910299926212
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded in 2 places (as marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOs wing corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in places

  3. Pass171,385 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    171,385 miles
    Test number
    616233612312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail171,313 miles (+2,316)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,313 miles
    Test number
    481160878081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy

  5. Fail168,997 miles (+12,290)3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,997 miles
    Test number
    533593609272
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged Both to callipers (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass156,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    156,707 miles
    Test number
    248104712469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail156,707 miles (+12,546)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,707 miles
    Test number
    542622080117
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass144,161 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,161 miles
    Test number
    870366194952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,928 miles (+8,339)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,928 miles
    Test number
    604410439670
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass135,589 miles (+2,538)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    135,589 miles
    Test number
    462691447397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBattery cover fitted
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel long
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance close to legal limit

  11. Pass133,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,051 miles
    Test number
    561217695132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail133,051 miles (+5,689)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,051 miles
    Test number
    919047149080
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass127,362 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    127,362 miles
    Test number
    491515436527
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid around master cylinder no leaks detected under pressure
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has travel but not affecting brake performance
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slightly binding

  14. Fail127,362 miles (+6)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,362 miles
    Test number
    143702473326
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid around master cylinder no leaks detected under pressure
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has travel but not affecting brake performance
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slightly binding

  15. Fail127,356 miles (+5,459)1 dangerous6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,356 miles
    Test number
    135750256091
    • DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot loose (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot loose (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass121,897 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    121,897 miles
    Test number
    134362564808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail121,840 miles (+5,444)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,840 miles
    Test number
    817771720064
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass116,396 miles (+5,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    116,396 miles
    Test number
    992895117470
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass111,183 miles (+5,606)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    111,183 miles
    Test number
    626744444223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail105,577 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,577 miles
    Test number
    338055233499
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  21. Pass105,577 miles (+3,433)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,577 miles
    Test number
    785065333282
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  22. Pass102,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,144 miles
    Test number
    168275402249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail102,143 miles (+1,651)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,143 miles
    Test number
    396315102222
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass100,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    100,492 miles
    Test number
    877939101252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail100,492 miles (+1,782)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,492 miles
    Test number
    619749901244
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass98,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    253168180187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail98,710 miles (+3,793)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    990568280177
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass94,917 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    94,917 miles
    Test number
    614588689182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail94,910 miles (+1,224)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,910 miles
    Test number
    181387789129
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass93,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    93,686 miles
    Test number
    120775708296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail93,686 miles (+1,177)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,686 miles
    Test number
    911305908282
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass92,509 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    92,509 miles
    Test number
    260378007287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass91,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    91,343 miles
    Test number
    544998806289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail91,342 miles (+2,441)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,342 miles
    Test number
    933428506273
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  35. Pass88,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    88,901 miles
    Test number
    880012305292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T68 XUY

Does T68 XUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T68 XUY expired on 9 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T68 XUY?
The MOT on T68 XUY expired on 9 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T68 XUY done?
T68 XUY was recorded at 175,776 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2024, an average of 4,681 miles a year.
Has T68 XUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T68 XUY has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T68 XUY 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 T68 XUY find?
T68 XUY passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; service brake binding but not excessively rear brakes; os wing corroded and holed, and 2 more.

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