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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T812 FANMOT history

T812 FAN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 243,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
243,015 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T812 FAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T812 FAN was last recorded at 243,015 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 8,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,680 miles · 25 Feb 2020
Between the last two tests
8,335 miles
Average per year
8,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 243,015 miles
  • 2020 – 234,680 miles
  • 2018 – 217,050 miles
  • 2017 – 210,574 miles
  • 2016 – 204,360 miles
  • 2015 – 197,345 miles
  • 2014 – 194,092 miles
  • 2013 – 187,335 miles
  • 2012 – 175,086 miles
  • 2011 – 158,940 miles
  • 2010 – 141,074 miles
  • 2009 – 126,198 miles
  • 2008 – 109,357 miles
  • 2007 – 93,207 miles
  • 2006 – 77,822 miles
  • 2005 – 62,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,015 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryO/S and N/S front top mounts play when vehicle elevated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,015 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    243,015 miles
    Test number
    336486337458
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/S and N/S front top mounts play when vehicle elevated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail243,011 miles (+8,331)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,011 miles
    Test number
    461472809913
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 225-40-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/S and N/S front top mounts play when vehicle elevated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass234,680 miles (+17,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    234,680 miles
    Test number
    567593188529
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass217,050 miles (+6,476)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    217,050 miles
    Test number
    217197369913
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oily
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished

  5. Pass210,574 miles (+6,214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    210,574 miles
    Test number
    902576637656
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass204,360 miles (+7,015)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    204,360 miles
    Test number
    665646895450
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  7. Pass197,345 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    197,345 miles
    Test number
    215157595176
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken

  8. Fail197,349 miles (+3,257)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,349 miles
    Test number
    287897095450
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken

  9. Pass194,092 miles (+6,757)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    194,092 miles
    Test number
    496108094133
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded and centre mounting broken

  10. Pass187,335 miles (+12,249)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    187,335 miles
    Test number
    946141003295
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  11. Pass175,086 miles (+1)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    175,086 miles
    Test number
    216523112232
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteImbalance on rear brake efforts

  12. Fail175,085 miles (+16,145)5 failures11 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,085 miles
    Test number
    378133402436
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteImbalance on rear brake efforts
    • NoteSmall splits in offside rear tyre

  13. Pass158,940 miles (+17,866)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    158,940 miles
    Test number
    226928201215
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm 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 Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin

  14. Pass141,074 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    141,074 miles
    Test number
    254674590497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight roughness nearside rear wheel when rotated

  15. Fail141,072 miles (+14,874)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,072 miles
    Test number
    311461790147
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight roughness nearside rear wheel when rotated

  16. Pass126,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    126,198 miles
    Test number
    782893109214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail126,198 miles (+16,841)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,198 miles
    Test number
    893891809238
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NotePlay and lift in front strut top mountings
    • NoteRear axle forward mounting bushes worn
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  18. Pass109,357 miles (+16,150)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    109,357 miles
    Test number
    803343208272
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteRear axle forward mounting bushes worn
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  19. Pass93,207 miles (+15,385)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,207 miles
    Test number
    823554897164
    • NotePlay in front anti roll bar drop link

  20. Pass77,822 miles (+15,705)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    77,822 miles
    Test number
    653827606227
    • NoteBoth lower wishbone mounting bushes worn
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  21. Pass62,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    62,117 miles
    Test number
    602553405275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T812 FAN

Does T812 FAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T812 FAN is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T812 FAN?
The MOT on T812 FAN is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T812 FAN done?
T812 FAN was recorded at 243,015 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 8,726 miles a year.
Has T812 FAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T812 FAN has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T812 FAN 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 T812 FAN find?
T812 FAN passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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