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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T856 DUBMOT history

T856 DUB is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 145,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
145,214 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T856 DUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T856 DUB was last recorded at 145,214 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 3,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2025: 142,203 miles, lower than 144,834 miles on 30 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
142,203 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,011 miles
Average per year
4,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,214 miles
  • 2025 – 142,203 miles
  • 2023 – 144,834 miles
  • 2022 – 144,256 miles
  • 2021 – 142,552 miles
  • 2020 – 140,628 miles
  • 2019 – 132,564 miles
  • 2018 – 121,275 miles
  • 2017 – 112,871 miles
  • 2016 – 106,248 miles
  • 2015 – 100,419 miles
  • 2014 – 94,317 miles
  • 2013 – 87,883 miles
  • 2012 – 82,000 miles
  • 2011 – 74,540 miles
  • 2010 – 64,658 miles
  • 2009 – 59,454 miles
  • 2008 – 55,216 miles
  • 2007 – 52,253 miles
  • 2006 – 48,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,214 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoth N/S and O/S front hubs are corroded.
  • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank support straps are corroded.
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both N/s and O/S. (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear wiper arm is missing.

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,214 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    145,214 miles
    Test number
    165844072287
    • AdvisoryBoth N/S and O/S front hubs are corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank support straps are corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both N/s and O/S. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm is missing.

  2. Fail145,213 miles (+3,010)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,213 miles
    Test number
    565226200633
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBoth N/S and O/S front hubs are corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank support straps are corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both N/s and O/S. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm is missing.

  3. Fail142,203 miles (-2,631)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,203 miles
    Test number
    573611168772
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front hubs are corroded N/S and O/S.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both N/S and O/S. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass144,834 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,834 miles
    Test number
    946931486860
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail144,834 miles (+578)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,834 miles
    Test number
    854145448881
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass144,256 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    144,256 miles
    Test number
    381775866225
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail144,254 miles (+1,702)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,254 miles
    Test number
    991794165652
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass142,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,552 miles
    Test number
    595828334791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail142,552 miles (+1,924)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,552 miles
    Test number
    373781059706
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass140,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,628 miles
    Test number
    252132957286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,621 miles (+8,057)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,621 miles
    Test number
    506614024800
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass132,564 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,564 miles
    Test number
    139157059222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,482 miles (+11,207)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,482 miles
    Test number
    904391318688
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  14. Pass121,275 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    121,275 miles
    Test number
    361810714876
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket detached
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged

  15. Fail121,274 miles (+8,403)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,274 miles
    Test number
    177096638234
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket detached
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged

  16. Pass112,871 miles (+6,623)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,871 miles
    Test number
    978731348352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,248 miles (+5,829)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,248 miles
    Test number
    424791715763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,419 miles (+6,102)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,419 miles
    Test number
    527941615169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,317 miles (+6,434)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,317 miles
    Test number
    945923734114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,883 miles (+25)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,883 miles
    Test number
    938056433140
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken but system still suported

  21. Fail87,858 miles (+5,858)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,858 miles
    Test number
    187470633153
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken but system still suported

  22. Pass82,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,000 miles
    Test number
    437315022166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail82,000 miles (+7,460)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,000 miles
    Test number
    766493022119
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass74,540 miles (+9,882)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,540 miles
    Test number
    459955301104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,658 miles (+5,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,658 miles
    Test number
    194197720169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass59,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    59,454 miles
    Test number
    373678009322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  27. Fail59,453 miles (+1,798)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,453 miles
    Test number
    842078909344
    • FailureFront Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  28. Pass57,655 miles (+2,439)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,655 miles
    Test number
    461518229196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass55,216 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,216 miles
    Test number
    284415638175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail55,212 miles (+2,959)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,212 miles
    Test number
    682244438197
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  31. Pass52,253 miles (+3,881)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,253 miles
    Test number
    252614237149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,372 miles
    Test number
    320954026182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail48,372 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,372 miles
    Test number
    602164626191
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about T856 DUB

Does T856 DUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T856 DUB is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T856 DUB?
The MOT on T856 DUB is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T856 DUB done?
T856 DUB was recorded at 145,214 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 4,859 miles a year.
Has T856 DUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T856 DUB has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T856 DUB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T856 DUB find?
T856 DUB passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: both n/s and o/s front hubs are corroded.; both fuel tank support straps are corroded.; front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s., and 8 more.

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