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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T708 SORMOT history

T708 SOR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 154,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
154,398 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T708 SOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T708 SOR was last recorded at 154,398 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,262 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
136 miles
Average per year
3,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,398 miles
  • 2025 – 154,262 miles
  • 2024 – 154,141 miles
  • 2023 – 153,645 miles
  • 2022 – 152,690 miles
  • 2021 – 151,833 miles
  • 2020 – 151,222 miles
  • 2019 – 148,596 miles
  • 2017 – 144,531 miles
  • 2016 – 140,416 miles
  • 2014 – 133,732 miles
  • 2013 – 128,240 miles
  • 2012 – 123,625 miles
  • 2011 – 116,944 miles
  • 2010 – 113,788 miles
  • 2009 – 104,572 miles
  • 2008 – 94,353 miles
  • 2007 – 90,557 miles
  • 2006 – 81,382 miles
  • 2005 – 78,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,398 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront both side wing slight rusty
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side sub fram (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,398 miles (+136)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    154,398 miles
    Test number
    822758552785
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both side wing slight rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side sub fram (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,262 miles (+121)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    154,262 miles
    Test number
    423074017174
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both wings have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side's (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass154,141 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    154,141 miles
    Test number
    932707614061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail154,139 miles (+494)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,139 miles
    Test number
    669192365207
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass153,645 miles (+955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    153,645 miles
    Test number
    883026717147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass152,690 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    152,690 miles
    Test number
    268093625890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing slight rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail152,687 miles (+854)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,687 miles
    Test number
    839779754160
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing slight rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass151,833 miles (+611)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    151,833 miles
    Test number
    640697664040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass151,222 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    151,222 miles
    Test number
    950346627378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail151,219 miles (+2,623)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,219 miles
    Test number
    761839675415
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass148,596 miles (+4,065)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    148,596 miles
    Test number
    101562006948
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass144,531 miles (+4,115)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    144,531 miles
    Test number
    343498652879
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both side (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass140,416 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    140,416 miles
    Test number
    423555298571
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail140,413 miles (+6,681)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,413 miles
    Test number
    756294221521
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass133,732 miles (+41)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    133,732 miles
    Test number
    538706554357
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail133,691 miles (+5,451)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,691 miles
    Test number
    535526844354
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass128,240 miles (+4,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,240 miles
    Test number
    326650913368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass123,625 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    123,625 miles
    Test number
    706747882225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail123,624 miles (+6,680)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,624 miles
    Test number
    229674382252
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass116,944 miles (+3,156)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    338794241348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass113,788 miles (+9,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    113,788 miles
    Test number
    632707440368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass104,572 miles (+10,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    104,572 miles
    Test number
    311706939399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass94,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    94,353 miles
    Test number
    480514638391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail94,353 miles (+3,796)3 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,353 miles
    Test number
    713254638324
    • DangerousCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass90,557 miles (+9,175)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    90,557 miles
    Test number
    703212247318
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFront grill insecure

  26. Pass81,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    153506006251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail81,382 miles (+3,280)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    472876306276
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  28. Fail78,102 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,102 miles
    Test number
    634492575155
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T708 SOR

Does T708 SOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T708 SOR is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T708 SOR?
The MOT on T708 SOR is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T708 SOR done?
T708 SOR was recorded at 154,398 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 3,610 miles a year.
Has T708 SOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T708 SOR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T708 SOR 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 T708 SOR find?
T708 SOR passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side; front both side wing slight rusty; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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