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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T74 UUMMOT history

T74 UUM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 126,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,706 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T74 UUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T74 UUM was last recorded at 126,706 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 2,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,105 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,601 miles
Average per year
4,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,706 miles
  • 2024 – 124,105 miles
  • 2023 – 119,922 miles
  • 2022 – 114,720 miles
  • 2021 – 110,167 miles
  • 2020 – 105,616 miles
  • 2019 – 101,540 miles
  • 2018 – 96,838 miles
  • 2017 – 91,963 miles
  • 2016 – 88,430 miles
  • 2015 – 85,551 miles
  • 2014 – 82,910 miles
  • 2013 – 74,771 miles
  • 2012 – 66,549 miles
  • 2011 – 63,042 miles
  • 2010 – 59,607 miles
  • 2009 – 55,409 miles
  • 2008 – 53,615 miles
  • 2007 – 46,186 miles
  • 2005 – 37,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

35 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,706 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,706 miles
    Test number
    858000765102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail126,706 miles (+2,601)2 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,706 miles
    Test number
    413994591335
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,105 miles (+4,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    124,105 miles
    Test number
    284608994301
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass119,922 miles (+197)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,922 miles
    Test number
    772064911348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 At engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,725 miles (+5,005)1 dangerous9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,725 miles
    Test number
    251007279704
    • DangerousNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded at calliper end (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass114,720 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,720 miles
    Test number
    947085837007
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail114,715 miles (+4,548)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,715 miles
    Test number
    849158701852
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,167 miles (+4,551)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,167 miles
    Test number
    656191413543
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass105,616 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,616 miles
    Test number
    803225596527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail105,564 miles (+4,024)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,564 miles
    Test number
    666644946229
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass101,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,540 miles
    Test number
    116862103886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,536 miles (+4,698)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,536 miles
    Test number
    877379398115
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass96,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,838 miles
    Test number
    949451823120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,838 miles (+4,875)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,838 miles
    Test number
    427168763671
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass91,963 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    91,963 miles
    Test number
    582684829051
    • 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)

  16. Fail91,963 miles (+3,533)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,963 miles
    Test number
    608751034316
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • 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)

  17. Pass88,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,430 miles
    Test number
    296993253909
    • AdvisorySuspension, chassis, body, brake pipes and exhaust all have surface corroision

  18. Fail88,430 miles (+2,879)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,430 miles
    Test number
    849290625869
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySuspension, chassis, body, brake pipes and exhaust all have surface corroision

  19. Pass85,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,551 miles
    Test number
    237975415128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,551 miles (+2,641)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,551 miles
    Test number
    209795115494
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass82,910 miles (+8,139)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,910 miles
    Test number
    116588014194
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in o/s of steering rack.

  22. Pass74,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    135103693087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,769 miles (+8,220)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,769 miles
    Test number
    646553093058
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass66,549 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,549 miles
    Test number
    105361902159
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail66,549 miles (+3,507)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,549 miles
    Test number
    987716492070
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • 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 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)

  26. Pass63,042 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,042 miles
    Test number
    628137781061
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Fail63,042 miles (+3,435)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,042 miles
    Test number
    665517181060
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass59,607 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    174819080088
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear door wont open from outside advise
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  29. Fail59,607 miles (+4,198)5 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    754219480006
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear door wont open from outside advise
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  30. Fail55,409 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    230331379063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  31. Pass55,409 miles (+1,794)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    402201479090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass53,615 miles (+7,429)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,615 miles
    Test number
    652271278011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass46,186 miles (+8,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,186 miles
    Test number
    803691377082
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass37,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    37,918 miles
    Test number
    412155355412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail37,918 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,918 miles
    Test number
    440813155342
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Questions about T74 UUM

Does T74 UUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T74 UUM is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T74 UUM?
The MOT on T74 UUM is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T74 UUM done?
T74 UUM was recorded at 126,706 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 4,449 miles a year.
Has T74 UUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T74 UUM has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T74 UUM 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 T74 UUM find?
T74 UUM passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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