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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T857 LTWMOT history

T857 LTW is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 139,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2026
Mileage
139,518 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T857 LTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T857 LTW was last recorded at 139,518 miles on 3 Mar 2025, 3,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,320 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,198 miles
Average per year
5,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,518 miles
  • 2024 – 136,320 miles
  • 2023 – 130,540 miles
  • 2022 – 126,086 miles
  • 2021 – 125,531 miles
  • 2020 – 124,344 miles
  • 2019 – 122,369 miles
  • 2018 – 120,346 miles
  • 2017 – 116,991 miles
  • 2016 – 113,236 miles
  • 2015 – 108,860 miles
  • 2014 – 99,974 miles
  • 2013 – 89,067 miles
  • 2012 – 79,575 miles
  • 2011 – 72,146 miles
  • 2010 – 67,429 miles
  • 2009 – 63,210 miles
  • 2008 – 56,605 miles
  • 2007 – 47,431 miles
  • 2006 – 37,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,518 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

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.

  • Central Exhaust clamp corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,518 miles (+3,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    139,518 miles
    Test number
    886899667313
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  2. Pass136,320 miles (+5,780)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    136,320 miles
    Test number
    942315423777
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,540 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,540 miles
    Test number
    248399673205
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust clamp corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail130,540 miles (+4,454)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,540 miles
    Test number
    259217307208
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust clamp corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,086 miles (+555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,086 miles
    Test number
    942087069355
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,531 miles (+1,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    125,531 miles
    Test number
    410276906115
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass124,344 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    124,344 miles
    Test number
    794742722499
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged

  8. Pass122,369 miles (+2,023)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,369 miles
    Test number
    194945723770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rear wish bone bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front roll bar link bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel

  9. Pass120,346 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,346 miles
    Test number
    735759536204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f steering rack slight play

  10. Fail120,337 miles (+3,346)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,337 miles
    Test number
    785732198583
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f steering rack slight play

  11. Pass116,991 miles (+79)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,991 miles
    Test number
    969449744985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rears (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail116,912 miles (+3,676)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,912 miles
    Test number
    183898628678
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rears (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass113,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,236 miles
    Test number
    928137122737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,236 miles (+4,376)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,236 miles
    Test number
    953255075351
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass108,860 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,860 miles
    Test number
    276761795107
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass broken
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  16. Fail108,860 miles (+8,886)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,860 miles
    Test number
    286181595427
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass broken
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  17. Pass99,974 miles (+54)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,974 miles
    Test number
    605832114244
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass damaged

  18. Fail99,920 miles (+10,853)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,920 miles
    Test number
    329840714246
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass damaged

  19. Pass89,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,067 miles
    Test number
    825243693147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail89,067 miles (+9,492)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,067 miles
    Test number
    225963893128
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail79,575 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,575 miles
    Test number
    185381592161
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass79,575 miles (+7,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,575 miles
    Test number
    299071792178
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass72,146 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    417137491159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,429 miles (+4,219)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,429 miles
    Test number
    924751890137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,210 miles (+6,605)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,210 miles
    Test number
    304569199194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,605 miles (+9,174)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,605 miles
    Test number
    861031808261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,431 miles (+9,540)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    47,431 miles
    Test number
    931049797162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    37,891 miles
    Test number
    811653206246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T857 LTW

Does T857 LTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T857 LTW expired on 2 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T857 LTW?
The MOT on T857 LTW expired on 2 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T857 LTW done?
T857 LTW was recorded at 139,518 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2025, an average of 5,460 miles a year.
Has T857 LTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T857 LTW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T857 LTW 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 T857 LTW find?
T857 LTW passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; underside corrosion.

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