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Green and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

T838 MLLMOT history

T838 MLL is a green and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 222,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2025
Mileage
222,226 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
7,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T838 MLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T838 MLL was last recorded at 222,226 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 2,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,440 miles · 2 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,786 miles
Average per year
7,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,226 miles
  • 2024 – 219,440 miles
  • 2023 – 216,926 miles
  • 2022 – 215,134 miles
  • 2021 – 213,550 miles
  • 2020 – 213,475 miles
  • 2019 – 209,481 miles
  • 2018 – 209,024 miles
  • 2017 – 207,605 miles
  • 2016 – 206,704 miles
  • 2015 – 205,279 miles
  • 2014 – 197,737 miles
  • 2013 – 189,458 miles
  • 2012 – 176,679 miles
  • 2011 – 161,267 miles
  • 2010 – 144,102 miles
  • 2009 – 123,143 miles
  • 2008 – 114,222 miles
  • 2007 – 94,062 miles
  • 2006 – 83,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail222,226 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

34 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail222,226 miles (+2,786)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,226 miles
    Test number
    149332428226
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass219,440 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    219,440 miles
    Test number
    402776533793
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fully under sealed. wheel arch on nearside and offside rear corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail219,440 miles (+2,514)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,440 miles
    Test number
    499698504169
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fully under sealed. wheel arch on nearside and offside rear corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass216,926 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    216,926 miles
    Test number
    935379559289
    • AdvisoryBOTH OFFSIDE TYRES AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE PERISHING ON SIDE WALL
    • AdvisoryEMMISSION TOOK TWO ADDATIVES AND A ROAD TESTED TO GET THROUGH TEST
    • AdvisoryGENARAL CORROSSION TO SUSPENSION AND REAR COIL SPRINGS

  5. Fail216,926 miles (+1,792)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,926 miles
    Test number
    952301743602
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH OFFSIDE TYRES AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE PERISHING ON SIDE WALL
    • AdvisoryEMMISSION TOOK TWO ADDATIVES AND A ROAD TESTED TO GET THROUGH TEST
    • AdvisoryGENARAL CORROSSION TO SUSPENSION AND REAR COIL SPRINGS

  6. Pass215,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    215,134 miles
    Test number
    282755951934
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body back plates and the likes

  7. Fail215,134 miles (+1,584)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,134 miles
    Test number
    586452118549
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass213,550 miles (+75)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    213,550 miles
    Test number
    126505844050
    • AdvisoryAll under body has had a total protection shultz done
    • AdvisoryCoil springs slight corrosion

  9. Pass213,475 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    213,475 miles
    Test number
    136725654104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail213,467 miles (+3,986)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,467 miles
    Test number
    964862227219
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid to rear section snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both upper suspension mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced anti roll bar mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSubframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides inner / outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass209,481 miles (+457)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    209,481 miles
    Test number
    334910714314
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION TO ALL PARTS
    • AdvisoryHEAVY CORROSION
    • AdvisoryHEAVY CORROSION TO UNDER BODY
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to steering pump

  12. Pass209,024 miles (+1,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    209,024 miles
    Test number
    863271135914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass207,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    207,605 miles
    Test number
    745894392971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail207,605 miles (+901)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,605 miles
    Test number
    552030568297
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryUnable to test due to wheel bearing

  15. Pass206,704 miles (+1,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    206,704 miles
    Test number
    956251065603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front stone chip

  16. Pass205,279 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    205,279 miles
    Test number
    186650415107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame 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 Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail205,279 miles (+7,542)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,279 miles
    Test number
    235456305498
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame 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 Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass197,737 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    197,737 miles
    Test number
    158790184030
    • NoteSlight distortion to both front brake disks

  19. Fail197,737 miles (+8,279)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,737 miles
    Test number
    566837074064
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureFront Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight distortion to both front brake disks

  20. Pass189,458 miles (+5)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    189,458 miles
    Test number
    676618353069
    • NoteExhaust mid and rear sections corroded
    • NoteFront (both) suspension top mounts worn
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear (both) brake flexys perishing

  21. Fail189,453 miles (+12,774)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,453 miles
    Test number
    185189043030
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteExhaust mid and rear sections corroded
    • NoteFront (both) suspension top mounts worn
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear (both) brake flexys perishing

  22. Pass176,679 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    176,679 miles
    Test number
    638983762082
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front suspension mount worn
    • NoteTyre wear pattons

  23. Fail176,679 miles (+15,412)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,679 miles
    Test number
    168932362082
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front suspension mount worn
    • NoteTyre wear pattons

  24. Pass161,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    161,267 miles
    Test number
    706776361085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail161,267 miles (+17,165)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,267 miles
    Test number
    886756361006
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearings

  26. Pass144,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    144,102 miles
    Test number
    720697870011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail144,102 miles (+20,959)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,102 miles
    Test number
    612216970075
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low

  28. Pass123,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    123,143 miles
    Test number
    634471479003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail123,143 miles (+8,921)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,143 miles
    Test number
    320614669005
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass114,222 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    114,222 miles
    Test number
    100793228198
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust

  31. Fail114,222 miles (+20,160)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,222 miles
    Test number
    672423928135
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust

  32. Pass94,062 miles (+10,143)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    94,062 miles
    Test number
    474208237199
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust in genral corrosion
    • NoteRear axle bush's starting to perish

  33. Fail83,919 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,919 miles
    Test number
    502312546187
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  34. Pass83,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    83,919 miles
    Test number
    930942446115
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T838 MLL

Does T838 MLL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T838 MLL expired on 1 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T838 MLL?
The MOT on T838 MLL expired on 1 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T838 MLL done?
T838 MLL was recorded at 222,226 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 7,337 miles a year.
Has T838 MLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T838 MLL has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T838 MLL 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 T838 MLL find?
T838 MLL failed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; stop lamp(s) all not working; nearside front service brake excessively binding, and 8 more.

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