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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T818 TPUMOT history

T818 TPU is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2026
Mileage
127,079 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T818 TPU
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
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2026
Latest MOT test
28 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T818 TPU was last recorded at 127,079 miles on 28 May 2025, 2,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,926 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,153 miles
Average per year
3,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,079 miles
  • 2024 – 124,926 miles
  • 2023 – 120,396 miles
  • 2022 – 117,928 miles
  • 2021 – 111,365 miles
  • 2019 – 106,757 miles
  • 2018 – 102,975 miles
  • 2017 – 101,104 miles
  • 2016 – 99,826 miles
  • 2015 – 98,837 miles
  • 2014 – 95,595 miles
  • 2013 – 92,228 miles
  • 2012 – 90,003 miles
  • 2011 – 82,870 miles
  • 2010 – 78,758 miles
  • 2009 – 74,218 miles
  • 2008 – 68,733 miles
  • 2007 – 62,983 miles
  • 2006 – 58,464 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,079 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,079 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    127,079 miles
    Test number
    655674285938
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded

  2. Fail127,079 miles (+2,153)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,079 miles
    Test number
    782431859395
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded

  3. Pass124,926 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,926 miles
    Test number
    950638475979
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail124,917 miles (+4,521)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,917 miles
    Test number
    255595001598
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass120,396 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,396 miles
    Test number
    113397089461
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail120,387 miles (+2,459)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,387 miles
    Test number
    784111616100
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass117,928 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,928 miles
    Test number
    103703410227
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail117,919 miles (+6,554)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,919 miles
    Test number
    930488168892
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass111,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,365 miles
    Test number
    654943632103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,365 miles (+4,608)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,365 miles
    Test number
    670920959980
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass106,757 miles (+3,782)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,757 miles
    Test number
    200848723552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,975 miles (+1,871)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,975 miles
    Test number
    865374224294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,104 miles (+1,278)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,104 miles
    Test number
    219757112799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,826 miles (+989)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,826 miles
    Test number
    955832157113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    98,837 miles
    Test number
    148345275157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,837 miles (+3,242)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,837 miles
    Test number
    298743475476
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass95,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,595 miles
    Test number
    435086174169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail95,595 miles (+3,367)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,595 miles
    Test number
    999335474175
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass92,228 miles (+2,225)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,228 miles
    Test number
    975655373158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,003 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,003 miles
    Test number
    225689072197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,870 miles (+4,112)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    82,870 miles
    Test number
    586064861109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,758 miles
    Test number
    573496460116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,755 miles (+4,537)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,755 miles
    Test number
    882806560191
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass74,218 miles (+5,485)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    74,218 miles
    Test number
    362077789153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,733 miles (+5,750)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,733 miles
    Test number
    712279768100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,983 miles (+4,519)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    62,983 miles
    Test number
    890334167193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass58,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,464 miles
    Test number
    831864966124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail58,464 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,464 miles
    Test number
    884169356136
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T818 TPU

Does T818 TPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T818 TPU expired on 27 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T818 TPU?
The MOT on T818 TPU expired on 27 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T818 TPU done?
T818 TPU was recorded at 127,079 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2025, an average of 3,617 miles a year.
Has T818 TPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T818 TPU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T818 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 T818 TPU find?
T818 TPU passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged, and 3 more.

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