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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T817 TPUMOT history

T817 TPU is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 253,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
253,967 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T817 TPU
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
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T817 TPU was last recorded at 253,967 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 7,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,621 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,346 miles
Average per year
6,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 253,967 miles
  • 2025 – 246,621 miles
  • 2024 – 240,100 miles
  • 2023 – 228,264 miles
  • 2022 – 220,189 miles
  • 2019 – 216,313 miles
  • 2018 – 207,421 miles
  • 2017 – 199,829 miles
  • 2016 – 191,853 miles
  • 2015 – 183,886 miles
  • 2014 – 176,836 miles
  • 2013 – 171,868 miles
  • 2012 – 164,820 miles
  • 2011 – 158,411 miles
  • 2010 – 151,083 miles
  • 2009 – 144,212 miles
  • 2008 – 138,893 miles
  • 2007 – 132,067 miles
  • 2006 – 123,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,967 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front play in steering rack

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,967 miles (+7,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    253,967 miles
    Test number
    218395113539
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in steering rack

  2. Pass246,621 miles (+6,521)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    246,621 miles
    Test number
    353802004953
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass240,100 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    240,100 miles
    Test number
    164025967361
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail240,074 miles (+11,810)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,074 miles
    Test number
    130042643784
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass228,264 miles (+8,075)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    228,264 miles
    Test number
    227559935586
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass220,189 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    220,189 miles
    Test number
    220025684319
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail220,187 miles (+3,874)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,187 miles
    Test number
    965674103722
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass216,313 miles (+8,892)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    216,313 miles
    Test number
    669489727158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass207,421 miles (+7,592)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    207,421 miles
    Test number
    862612863305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass199,829 miles (+7,976)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    199,829 miles
    Test number
    395038882242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass191,853 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    191,853 miles
    Test number
    813142527393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail191,849 miles (+7,963)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,849 miles
    Test number
    667078262745
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass183,886 miles (+7,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    183,886 miles
    Test number
    406297575100
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass176,836 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    176,836 miles
    Test number
    398859364151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail176,834 miles (+4,966)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,834 miles
    Test number
    437378164113
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoil springs corroded

  16. Pass171,868 miles (+7,048)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    171,868 miles
    Test number
    707149063199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass164,820 miles (+6,409)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    164,820 miles
    Test number
    338403372139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass158,411 miles (+9)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    158,411 miles
    Test number
    145865871166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine bay covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteHub caps fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteRear seat in stowed away position not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteTailgate corroded
    • NoteUndertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

  19. Fail158,402 miles (+7,319)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,402 miles
    Test number
    878104171102
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine bay covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteHub caps fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteRear seat in stowed away position not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteTailgate corroded
    • NoteUndertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

  20. Pass151,083 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    151,083 miles
    Test number
    650646870130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail151,072 miles (+6,860)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,072 miles
    Test number
    972164170142
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass144,212 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    144,212 miles
    Test number
    271776279129
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on inside edge

  23. Fail144,212 miles (+5,319)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,212 miles
    Test number
    112604879185
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on inside edge

  24. Pass138,893 miles (+6,826)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    138,893 miles
    Test number
    332725378183
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay to s/rack both sides

  25. Pass132,067 miles (+8,948)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    132,067 miles
    Test number
    132226677130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass123,119 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    123,119 miles
    Test number
    161004976178
    • NoteSlight play to steering rack o/s

Questions about T817 TPU

Does T817 TPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T817 TPU is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T817 TPU?
The MOT on T817 TPU is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T817 TPU done?
T817 TPU was recorded at 253,967 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 6,550 miles a year.
Has T817 TPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T817 TPU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T817 TPU 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 TPU find?
T817 TPU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front play in steering rack.

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