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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T761 MBUMOT history

T761 MBU is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 145,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,950 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T761 MBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T761 MBU was last recorded at 145,950 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 1,913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,037 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,913 miles
Average per year
3,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,950 miles
  • 2025 – 144,037 miles
  • 2024 – 141,827 miles
  • 2023 – 139,884 miles
  • 2022 – 137,811 miles
  • 2021 – 134,811 miles
  • 2020 – 131,377 miles
  • 2019 – 128,518 miles
  • 2018 – 124,914 miles
  • 2017 – 120,173 miles
  • 2016 – 116,327 miles
  • 2015 – 112,238 miles
  • 2014 – 108,685 miles
  • 2013 – 105,163 miles
  • 2012 – 101,975 miles
  • 2011 – 98,712 miles
  • 2010 – 94,237 miles
  • 2009 – 90,300 miles
  • 2008 – 85,501 miles
  • 2007 – 80,423 miles
  • 2006 – 69,960 miles
  • 2005 – 64,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,950 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,950 miles
    Test number
    917125007303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail145,941 miles (+1,904)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,941 miles
    Test number
    260857823863
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass144,037 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    144,037 miles
    Test number
    830175101123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail144,033 miles (+2,206)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,033 miles
    Test number
    979003881001
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    141,827 miles
    Test number
    358066007902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail141,819 miles (+1,935)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,819 miles
    Test number
    959659259607
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass139,884 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,884 miles
    Test number
    784954565988
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail139,884 miles (+2,073)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,884 miles
    Test number
    107163339487
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass137,811 miles (+3,000)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    137,811 miles
    Test number
    952182817100
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass134,811 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,811 miles
    Test number
    527421153578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail134,781 miles (+3,404)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,781 miles
    Test number
    514572691981
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass131,377 miles (+2,859)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,377 miles
    Test number
    226016273858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass128,518 miles (+3,604)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,518 miles
    Test number
    686150954819
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass124,914 miles (+4,741)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    124,914 miles
    Test number
    123383418078
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass120,173 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,173 miles
    Test number
    474762133966
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail120,173 miles (+3,846)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,173 miles
    Test number
    432784751911
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass116,327 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    116,327 miles
    Test number
    149172778013
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiater
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from downpipe and corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail116,327 miles (+4,089)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,327 miles
    Test number
    431972851550
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiater
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from downpipe and corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass112,238 miles (+8)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,238 miles
    Test number
    219328515237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail112,230 miles (+3,545)3 failures2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,230 miles
    Test number
    348466715220
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass108,685 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    108,685 miles
    Test number
    899400534215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteFront discs slightly scored

  22. Fail108,685 miles (+3,522)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,685 miles
    Test number
    358110634203
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteFront discs slightly scored

  23. Fail105,163 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,163 miles
    Test number
    168343303210
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding
    • NoteFront brakes out of balance by 20%

  24. Pass105,163 miles (+3,188)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,163 miles
    Test number
    516423203215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding
    • NoteFront brakes out of balance by 20%

  25. Pass101,975 miles (+231)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,975 miles
    Test number
    125986822254
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCenter exhaust clamp broken

  26. Fail101,744 miles (+3,032)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,744 miles
    Test number
    646222322205
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCenter exhaust clamp broken

  27. Pass98,712 miles (+4,475)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    98,712 miles
    Test number
    375403311472
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked tape put over crack

  28. Pass94,237 miles (+3,937)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    94,237 miles
    Test number
    260728900273
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass90,300 miles (+4,799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    90,300 miles
    Test number
    571872929237
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass85,501 miles (+5,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    85,501 miles
    Test number
    701037518264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass80,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,423 miles
    Test number
    264638007293
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Fail80,423 miles (+10,463)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,423 miles
    Test number
    273158407252
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  33. Pass69,960 miles (+5,232)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    69,960 miles
    Test number
    882122326291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass64,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    64,728 miles
    Test number
    951020925203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T761 MBU

Does T761 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T761 MBU is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T761 MBU?
The MOT on T761 MBU is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T761 MBU done?
T761 MBU was recorded at 145,950 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 3,865 miles a year.
Has T761 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T761 MBU has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T761 MBU 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 T761 MBU find?
T761 MBU passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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