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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T83 TAUMOT history

T83 TAU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 108,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,226 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T83 TAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T83 TAU was last recorded at 108,226 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,812 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,414 miles
Average per year
3,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,226 miles
  • 2025 – 106,812 miles
  • 2023 – 100,048 miles
  • 2013 – 99,905 miles
  • 2012 – 99,284 miles
  • 2011 – 88,904 miles
  • 2010 – 78,386 miles
  • 2009 – 72,404 miles
  • 2008 – 64,206 miles
  • 2007 – 50,366 miles
  • 2006 – 45,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,226 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,226 miles (+1,414)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,226 miles
    Test number
    459745859866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,812 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    106,812 miles
    Test number
    891582622588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail106,804 miles (+6,756)5 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,804 miles
    Test number
    299945277763
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  4. Pass100,048 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,048 miles
    Test number
    874849115308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,905 miles (+621)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,905 miles
    Test number
    695059373155
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass99,284 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,284 miles
    Test number
    139386092144
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail99,282 miles (+10,378)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,282 miles
    Test number
    587499182184
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass88,904 miles (+10,518)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    118763681144
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll tyres fitted slightly stretched
    • NoteNearside front steering arm has slight play

  9. Pass78,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,386 miles
    Test number
    444441680108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,386 miles (+5,982)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,386 miles
    Test number
    742511880141
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass72,404 miles (+8,198)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,404 miles
    Test number
    884666379140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,206 miles (+13,840)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    64,206 miles
    Test number
    950183078182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,366 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,366 miles
    Test number
    772759877180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,672 miles
    Test number
    592403776166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T83 TAU

Does T83 TAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T83 TAU is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T83 TAU?
The MOT on T83 TAU is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T83 TAU done?
T83 TAU was recorded at 108,226 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,090 miles a year.
Has T83 TAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T83 TAU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T83 TAU 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 T83 TAU find?
T83 TAU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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