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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T843 DWLMOT history

T843 DWL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
101,850 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T843 DWL
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 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T843 DWL was last recorded at 101,850 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 12,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,699 miles · 9 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
12,151 miles
Average per year
4,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,850 miles
  • 2024 – 89,699 miles
  • 2023 – 85,213 miles
  • 2022 – 81,131 miles
  • 2021 – 77,491 miles
  • 2020 – 74,554 miles
  • 2019 – 71,190 miles
  • 2018 – 66,786 miles
  • 2017 – 62,379 miles
  • 2015 – 54,099 miles
  • 2014 – 50,200 miles
  • 2013 – 45,179 miles
  • 2012 – 41,063 miles
  • 2011 – 37,834 miles
  • 2010 – 33,543 miles
  • 2009 – 28,608 miles
  • 2008 – 24,040 miles
  • 2007 – 18,533 miles
  • 2006 – 15,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,850 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • 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))

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.

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,850 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    101,850 miles
    Test number
    623398735606
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  2. Fail101,850 miles (+12,151)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,850 miles
    Test number
    300794372847
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  3. Pass89,699 miles (+4,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    256773820130
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass85,213 miles (+4,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    85,213 miles
    Test number
    502068015979
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,131 miles (+3,640)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,131 miles
    Test number
    477568423493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,491 miles (+2,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,491 miles
    Test number
    711848561670
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass74,554 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,554 miles
    Test number
    919057587379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,190 miles
    Test number
    548569122242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,190 miles (+4,404)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,190 miles
    Test number
    577794033232
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass66,786 miles (+4,407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,786 miles
    Test number
    414380442640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,379 miles (+8,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,379 miles
    Test number
    588391855239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  12. Pass54,099 miles (+3,899)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,099 miles
    Test number
    633236282188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,200 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,200 miles
    Test number
    229589204306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail50,146 miles (+4,967)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,146 miles
    Test number
    758254504389
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass45,179 miles (+4,116)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,179 miles
    Test number
    208489303382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,063 miles
    Test number
    115523712375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,063 miles (+3,229)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,063 miles
    Test number
    268882012395
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount split

  18. Pass37,834 miles (+4,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,834 miles
    Test number
    619061611326
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass33,543 miles (+4,935)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,543 miles
    Test number
    251957300365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,608 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,608 miles
    Test number
    970407509359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,040 miles (+5,507)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,040 miles
    Test number
    504893608319
    • NoteAll tyre/s have perish crack/s

  22. Pass18,533 miles (+1,012)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,533 miles
    Test number
    130089007349
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Fail17,521 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,521 miles
    Test number
    424694257052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass17,521 miles (+1,673)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    17,521 miles
    Test number
    454664457001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,848 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,848 miles
    Test number
    183295746405
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass15,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    15,848 miles
    Test number
    470435746082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T843 DWL

Does T843 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T843 DWL is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T843 DWL?
The MOT on T843 DWL is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T843 DWL done?
T843 DWL was recorded at 101,850 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 4,355 miles a year.
Has T843 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T843 DWL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T843 DWL 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 T843 DWL find?
T843 DWL passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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