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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T735 RHOMOT history

T735 RHO is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 127,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
127,446 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T735 RHO
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 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T735 RHO was last recorded at 127,446 miles on 22 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,445 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,446 miles
  • 2025 – 123,738 miles
  • 2024 – 120,143 miles
  • 2023 – 116,463 miles
  • 2022 – 108,289 miles
  • 2021 – 99,159 miles
  • 2020 – 93,017 miles
  • 2019 – 82,403 miles
  • 2018 – 69,063 miles
  • 2017 – 58,773 miles
  • 2016 – 47,662 miles
  • 2015 – 39,462 miles
  • 2014 – 39,259 miles
  • 2013 – 37,641 miles
  • 2012 – 35,731 miles
  • 2011 – 33,942 miles
  • 2010 – 32,190 miles
  • 2009 – 30,611 miles
  • 2008 – 27,992 miles
  • 2007 – 26,651 miles
  • 2006 – 24,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,446 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,446 miles (+1)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    127,446 miles
    Test number
    436355162403
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail127,445 miles (+3,707)5 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,445 miles
    Test number
    547106772524
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine sump bung (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,738 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    123,738 miles
    Test number
    570797436611
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail123,734 miles (+3,591)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,734 miles
    Test number
    215637980810
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass120,143 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,143 miles
    Test number
    201260957336
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail120,143 miles (+3,680)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,143 miles
    Test number
    334449161870
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass116,463 miles (+8,174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,463 miles
    Test number
    261744289931
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,289 miles (+9,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,289 miles
    Test number
    242219758000
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass99,159 miles (+6,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    99,159 miles
    Test number
    145563321756
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass93,017 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    93,017 miles
    Test number
    937011221312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail93,017 miles (+10,614)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,017 miles
    Test number
    942687808299
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass82,403 miles (+561)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    82,403 miles
    Test number
    652123555677
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail81,842 miles (+12,779)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,842 miles
    Test number
    489103165513
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass69,063 miles (+10,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,063 miles
    Test number
    982203292430
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass58,773 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,773 miles
    Test number
    146527177044
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper blade starting to split

  16. Fail58,758 miles (+11,096)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,758 miles
    Test number
    387872920004
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper blade starting to split

  17. Pass47,662 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,662 miles
    Test number
    684501791544
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms rear inner bushes slightly deteriorated

  18. Fail47,662 miles (+8,200)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,662 miles
    Test number
    633066030742
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms rear inner bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,462 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,462 miles
    Test number
    317548555027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,259 miles (+1,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,259 miles
    Test number
    166103874015
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass37,641 miles (+1,910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,641 miles
    Test number
    419083373057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  22. Pass35,731 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,731 miles
    Test number
    615000082035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,942 miles
    Test number
    555861381022
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail33,942 miles (+1,752)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,942 miles
    Test number
    497631781095
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass32,190 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,190 miles
    Test number
    190188570481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,611 miles (+2,619)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,611 miles
    Test number
    300566989035
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass27,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,992 miles
    Test number
    701879878072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail27,992 miles (+1,341)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,992 miles
    Test number
    831349278001
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass26,651 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,651 miles
    Test number
    731913477004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,761 miles
    Test number
    712692286012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T735 RHO

Does T735 RHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T735 RHO is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T735 RHO?
The MOT on T735 RHO is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T735 RHO done?
T735 RHO was recorded at 127,446 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 5,092 miles a year.
Has T735 RHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T735 RHO has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T735 RHO 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 T735 RHO find?
T735 RHO passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 10 more.

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