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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T817 BONMOT history

T817 BON is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 56,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2025
Mileage
56,362 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T817 BON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T817 BON was last recorded at 56,362 miles on 6 Aug 2025, 679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,683 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
679 miles
Average per year
1,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 56,362 miles
  • 2024 – 55,683 miles
  • 2023 – 54,764 miles
  • 2022 – 53,923 miles
  • 2021 – 53,188 miles
  • 2020 – 52,440 miles
  • 2019 – 51,483 miles
  • 2018 – 50,506 miles
  • 2017 – 49,661 miles
  • 2016 – 48,761 miles
  • 2015 – 47,842 miles
  • 2014 – 46,944 miles
  • 2013 – 45,825 miles
  • 2012 – 44,907 miles
  • 2011 – 43,809 miles
  • 2010 – 42,415 miles
  • 2009 – 40,836 miles
  • 2008 – 39,045 miles
  • 2007 – 36,912 miles
  • 2006 – 28,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail56,362 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed DUE TO SUDDEN EXCESSIVE SMOKE (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDES (AXLE BUSH'S WORN/EXCESS PLAY) (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated INNER C V GAITER (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCOOLANT BELOW MIN MARK
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (TOP MOUNTS HAVE PLAY) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE BUSH SLIGHT PLAY/DETERIORATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING TO TYRE CENTRAL AREA (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail56,362 miles (+679)8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,362 miles
    Test number
    827109823415
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed DUE TO SUDDEN EXCESSIVE SMOKE (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDES (AXLE BUSH'S WORN/EXCESS PLAY) (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated INNER C V GAITER (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCOOLANT BELOW MIN MARK
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (TOP MOUNTS HAVE PLAY) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE BUSH SLIGHT PLAY/DETERIORATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING TO TYRE CENTRAL AREA (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Pass55,683 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    55,683 miles
    Test number
    418478807087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail55,662 miles (+898)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,662 miles
    Test number
    969797403325
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    54,764 miles
    Test number
    238834469313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail54,764 miles (+841)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,764 miles
    Test number
    236669453260
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass53,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    53,923 miles
    Test number
    634460912045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,923 miles (+735)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,923 miles
    Test number
    579903667044
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass53,188 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    53,188 miles
    Test number
    564909801534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    52,440 miles
    Test number
    589713380235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail52,440 miles (+957)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,440 miles
    Test number
    551098304018
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass51,483 miles (+977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,483 miles
    Test number
    232549062270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass50,506 miles (+845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,506 miles
    Test number
    798091159625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking on outer edge

  13. Pass49,661 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,661 miles
    Test number
    435902792517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,761 miles (+919)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,761 miles
    Test number
    777780933371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,842 miles (+898)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,842 miles
    Test number
    975487185101
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracking

  16. Pass46,944 miles (+1,119)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,944 miles
    Test number
    587890894190
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer sidewall signs of cracking

  17. Pass45,825 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,825 miles
    Test number
    628820193160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,907 miles (+1,098)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,907 miles
    Test number
    625046882168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,809 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,809 miles
    Test number
    997882891100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,415 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,415 miles
    Test number
    283657360486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,836 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,836 miles
    Test number
    542159289146
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass40,836 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,836 miles
    Test number
    763009289129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,045 miles
    Test number
    171575188164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,045 miles (+2,133)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,045 miles
    Test number
    232475988428
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass36,912 miles (+8,872)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,912 miles
    Test number
    243081397410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,040 miles
    Test number
    533179756169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T817 BON

Does T817 BON currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T817 BON expired on 6 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T817 BON?
The MOT on T817 BON expired on 6 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T817 BON done?
T817 BON was recorded at 56,362 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2025, an average of 1,478 miles a year.
Has T817 BON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T817 BON has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T817 BON 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 T817 BON find?
T817 BON failed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2025 with 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: emissions unable to be completed due to sudden excessive smoke; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush; nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 13 more.

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