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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T859 FPPMOT history

T859 FPP is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 179,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
179,742 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T859 FPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T859 FPP was last recorded at 179,742 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Sept 2014: 163,259 miles, lower than 163,932 miles on 22 Aug 2014.

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
179,736 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,742 miles
  • 2025 – 179,736 miles
  • 2018 – 179,029 miles
  • 2017 – 172,760 miles
  • 2015 – 172,677 miles
  • 2014 – 163,259 miles
  • 2013 – 155,938 miles
  • 2012 – 149,010 miles
  • 2011 – 139,985 miles
  • 2010 – 131,825 miles
  • 2009 – 121,420 miles
  • 2008 – 113,233 miles
  • 2006 – 92,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,742 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,742 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    179,742 miles
    Test number
    302725916258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass179,736 miles (+707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    179,736 miles
    Test number
    465526304874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass179,029 miles (+6,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    179,029 miles
    Test number
    765182593800
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass172,760 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    172,760 miles
    Test number
    462646771249
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  5. Pass172,677 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    172,677 miles
    Test number
    331130560211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from rad.

  6. Fail172,677 miles (+9,418)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,677 miles
    Test number
    165084625762
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from rad.

  7. Pass163,259 miles (-673)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    163,259 miles
    Test number
    817321854287
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteCentre silencer mount broken.

  8. Fail163,932 miles (+7,994)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,932 miles
    Test number
    406794734268
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside handbrake lever siezed

  9. Pass155,938 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    155,938 miles
    Test number
    346503443424
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail155,932 miles (+6,922)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,932 miles
    Test number
    675765833244
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass149,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    149,010 miles
    Test number
    907912542243
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail149,010 miles (+9,025)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,010 miles
    Test number
    116191242287
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  13. Pass139,985 miles (+112)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    139,985 miles
    Test number
    458309931224
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts have slight play
    • NoteOffside rear axle bush has slight play

  14. Fail139,873 miles (+8,048)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,873 miles
    Test number
    955216031213
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront top suspension mounts have slight play
    • NoteOffside rear axle bush has slight play

  15. Pass131,825 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    131,825 miles
    Test number
    333627330451
    • NoteRear discs pitted

  16. Fail131,824 miles (+10,404)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,824 miles
    Test number
    323746030268
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteRear discs pitted

  17. Pass121,420 miles (+8,187)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    300853229428
    • NoteSlight oil leak from power steering rack area

  18. Pass113,233 miles (+7,071)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    113,233 miles
    Test number
    361079438296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    106,162 miles
    Test number
    160949218486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,162 miles (+13,315)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,162 miles
    Test number
    484138618074
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass92,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    92,847 miles
    Test number
    123886986005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,847 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,847 miles
    Test number
    364566186067
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T859 FPP

Does T859 FPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T859 FPP is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T859 FPP?
The MOT on T859 FPP is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T859 FPP done?
T859 FPP was recorded at 179,742 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 4,366 miles a year.
Has T859 FPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T859 FPP has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on T859 FPP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Sept 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T859 FPP find?
T859 FPP passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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