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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T778 KGTMOT history

T778 KGT is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 136,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
136,706 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T778 KGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T778 KGT was last recorded at 136,706 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 8,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,725 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,981 miles
Average per year
5,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,706 miles
  • 2025 – 127,725 miles
  • 2024 – 118,183 miles
  • 2023 – 111,818 miles
  • 2022 – 106,301 miles
  • 2021 – 99,494 miles
  • 2020 – 96,640 miles
  • 2019 – 89,285 miles
  • 2018 – 75,052 miles
  • 2017 – 61,325 miles
  • 2016 – 54,086 miles
  • 2015 – 47,409 miles
  • 2014 – 41,059 miles
  • 2013 – 36,467 miles
  • 2012 – 31,174 miles
  • 2011 – 29,817 miles
  • 2010 – 28,216 miles
  • 2009 – 26,557 miles
  • 2008 – 24,881 miles
  • 2007 – 22,709 miles
  • 2006 – 20,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,706 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box and noisy (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,706 miles (+8,981)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,706 miles
    Test number
    400165510495
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box and noisy (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass127,725 miles (+9,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    127,725 miles
    Test number
    210542703248
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both nsr & osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,183 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,183 miles
    Test number
    195931498740
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged n/s and o/s mirror casing damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s front
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail118,183 miles (+6,365)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,183 miles
    Test number
    211376696911
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged n/s and o/s mirror casing damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s front
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass111,818 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,818 miles
    Test number
    589041986118
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Fail111,816 miles (+5,515)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,816 miles
    Test number
    185114445339
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass106,301 miles (+6,807)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,301 miles
    Test number
    492532798357
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective holed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass99,494 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,494 miles
    Test number
    231141251406
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail99,494 miles (+2,854)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,494 miles
    Test number
    209409212045
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass96,640 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,640 miles
    Test number
    124797380481
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded front pipe (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage front hose (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail96,640 miles (+7,355)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,640 miles
    Test number
    379274315265
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe by air box (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded front pipe (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage front hose (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass89,285 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,285 miles
    Test number
    121336096337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail89,285 miles (+14,233)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,285 miles
    Test number
    335245793957
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass75,052 miles (+13,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,052 miles
    Test number
    170635715966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass61,325 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    61,325 miles
    Test number
    616770349476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,209 miles (+7,123)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,209 miles
    Test number
    208931672541
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush axle beam (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush axle beam (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken advise repair
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pads appear low
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre low on inner edge

  17. Pass54,086 miles (+6,677)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,086 miles
    Test number
    636801931519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,409 miles (+6,350)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,409 miles
    Test number
    999074505914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,059 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,059 miles
    Test number
    628849144226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    36,467 miles
    Test number
    737767063246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,467 miles (+5,293)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,467 miles
    Test number
    379937163406
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  22. Pass31,174 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,174 miles
    Test number
    998580172285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,817 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,817 miles
    Test number
    777884141124
    • NoteChips on screen

  24. Fail29,815 miles (+1,599)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,815 miles
    Test number
    656544041104
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChips on screen

  25. Pass28,216 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    28,216 miles
    Test number
    644920740163
    • NoteEach side of upper stop lamp lights up dim when ignition on
    • NoteServo pipe tapped up but not leaking

  26. Fail28,214 miles (+1,657)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,214 miles
    Test number
    190630240111
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEach side of upper stop lamp lights up dim when ignition on
    • NoteServo pipe tapped up but not leaking

  27. Pass26,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,557 miles
    Test number
    861359349170
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail26,556 miles (+1,675)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,556 miles
    Test number
    424069849167
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass24,881 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,881 miles
    Test number
    301270458121
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer sidewalls perishing
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked

  30. Fail24,881 miles (+2,172)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,881 miles
    Test number
    973249048138
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer sidewalls perishing
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked

  31. Pass22,709 miles (+1,762)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    22,709 miles
    Test number
    251021357408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass20,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,947 miles
    Test number
    934922456132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T778 KGT

Does T778 KGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T778 KGT expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T778 KGT?
The MOT on T778 KGT expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T778 KGT done?
T778 KGT was recorded at 136,706 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 5,714 miles a year.
Has T778 KGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T778 KGT has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T778 KGT 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 T778 KGT find?
T778 KGT failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 8 major defects and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 12 more.

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