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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T848 KGTMOT history

T848 KGT is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 137,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
137,635 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T848 KGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T848 KGT was last recorded at 137,635 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,635 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,635 miles
  • 2025 – 136,547 miles
  • 2024 – 133,270 miles
  • 2023 – 131,731 miles
  • 2022 – 130,681 miles
  • 2021 – 130,010 miles
  • 2020 – 129,273 miles
  • 2019 – 128,819 miles
  • 2018 – 128,760 miles
  • 2017 – 128,486 miles
  • 2016 – 127,379 miles
  • 2014 – 126,787 miles
  • 2013 – 114,096 miles
  • 2012 – 101,952 miles
  • 2011 – 96,726 miles
  • 2010 – 94,221 miles
  • 2009 – 90,593 miles
  • 2008 – 84,494 miles
  • 2007 – 77,398 miles
  • 2006 – 73,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,635 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,635 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    137,635 miles
    Test number
    681298540683
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail137,635 miles (+1,088)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,635 miles
    Test number
    385633024095
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,547 miles (+3,277)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    136,547 miles
    Test number
    782800104019
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass133,270 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,270 miles
    Test number
    602465158834
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail133,268 miles (+1,537)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,268 miles
    Test number
    369631642084
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass131,731 miles (+1,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    131,731 miles
    Test number
    796401206966
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,681 miles (+671)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,681 miles
    Test number
    317042293090
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass130,010 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,010 miles
    Test number
    800725992769
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail130,004 miles (+731)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,004 miles
    Test number
    835708852619
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass129,273 miles (+454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,273 miles
    Test number
    246475026222
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass128,819 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,819 miles
    Test number
    247528300683
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass128,760 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    128,760 miles
    Test number
    656163379378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded before hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail128,760 miles (+274)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,760 miles
    Test number
    726521447295
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21" (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded before hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass128,486 miles (+1,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    128,486 miles
    Test number
    764494882802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play track arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play track arm (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass127,379 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,379 miles
    Test number
    540568405322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail127,368 miles (+581)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,368 miles
    Test number
    184793023065
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass126,787 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    126,787 miles
    Test number
    139684744301
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pads getting low

  18. Fail126,787 miles (+12,691)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,787 miles
    Test number
    906336334371
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteN/s/r wheel binding

  19. Pass114,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    114,096 miles
    Test number
    767229033380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail114,096 miles (+12,144)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,096 miles
    Test number
    247598333336
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass101,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    101,952 miles
    Test number
    779250742386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail101,952 miles (+5,226)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,952 miles
    Test number
    779590642337
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass96,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,726 miles
    Test number
    365419431361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,726 miles (+2,505)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,726 miles
    Test number
    837639631305
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushies worn

  25. Pass94,221 miles (+3,628)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    94,221 miles
    Test number
    224425030316
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes worn but does not have excessive movement

  26. Pass90,593 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,593 miles
    Test number
    441522449362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  27. Fail90,593 miles (+6,099)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,593 miles
    Test number
    503219339317
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass84,494 miles (+3,922)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    84,494 miles
    Test number
    492505448461
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake mechanism not fully returning on caliper

  29. Pass80,572 miles (+3,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    80,572 miles
    Test number
    933151128083
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  30. Pass77,398 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,398 miles
    Test number
    444015727046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail77,374 miles (+4,179)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,374 miles
    Test number
    671390127002
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOsf tyre low on inner edge

  32. Pass73,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    73,195 miles
    Test number
    263299916094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T848 KGT

Does T848 KGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T848 KGT is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T848 KGT?
The MOT on T848 KGT is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T848 KGT done?
T848 KGT was recorded at 137,635 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,112 miles a year.
Has T848 KGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T848 KGT has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T848 KGT 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 T848 KGT find?
T848 KGT passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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