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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T861 ABLMOT history

T861 ABL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2025
Mileage
148,653 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T861 ABL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T861 ABL was last recorded at 148,653 miles on 10 Apr 2024, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,618 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
5,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,653 miles
  • 2023 – 145,671 miles
  • 2022 – 143,351 miles
  • 2021 – 138,459 miles
  • 2020 – 130,365 miles
  • 2019 – 120,965 miles
  • 2018 – 116,286 miles
  • 2017 – 112,743 miles
  • 2016 – 108,287 miles
  • 2015 – 100,898 miles
  • 2014 – 95,941 miles
  • 2013 – 90,775 miles
  • 2012 – 85,643 miles
  • 2011 – 78,398 miles
  • 2010 – 70,624 miles
  • 2009 – 67,505 miles
  • 2008 – 64,938 miles
  • 2007 – 49,942 miles
  • 2006 – 43,553 miles
  • 2005 – 38,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,653 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,653 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    148,653 miles
    Test number
    679339294961
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail148,618 miles (+2,947)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,618 miles
    Test number
    726409047894
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,671 miles (+58)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    145,671 miles
    Test number
    904862813119
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  4. Fail145,613 miles (+2,262)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,613 miles
    Test number
    202368429291
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,351 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,351 miles
    Test number
    891189258212
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail143,351 miles (+4,892)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,351 miles
    Test number
    363517357716
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    138,459 miles
    Test number
    660129498180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror glass damaged

  8. Fail138,459 miles (+8,094)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,459 miles
    Test number
    272169906211
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror glass damaged

  9. Pass130,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,365 miles
    Test number
    359308876771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,364 miles (+9,399)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,364 miles
    Test number
    506657932650
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass120,965 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    120,965 miles
    Test number
    795092923938
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail120,959 miles (+4,673)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,959 miles
    Test number
    835456698330
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass116,286 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,286 miles
    Test number
    771752732506
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail116,281 miles (+3,538)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,281 miles
    Test number
    249446160246
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass112,743 miles (+4,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,743 miles
    Test number
    581934020802
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass108,287 miles (+7,389)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    108,287 miles
    Test number
    390563958839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,898 miles (+4,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    100,898 miles
    Test number
    166401535478
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass95,941 miles (+5,166)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    95,941 miles
    Test number
    726543254062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes split,advise soon
    • NoteBoth righthand tyres worn to 3mm
    • NoteNail in righthand rear tyre

  19. Pass90,775 miles (+5,132)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    90,775 miles
    Test number
    249923343087
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs are becoming corroded at base [monitor]
    • NoteNs front lower arm rear bush is splitting [monitor movement]

  20. Pass85,643 miles (+7,245)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,643 miles
    Test number
    818202642041
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs becoming corroded at base

  21. Pass78,398 miles (+7,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,398 miles
    Test number
    415956931003
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass70,624 miles (+3,119)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    70,624 miles
    Test number
    820946850033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror casing slightly damaged

  23. Pass67,505 miles (+2,567)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,505 miles
    Test number
    660010659054
    • NoteEngine bay oil leak
    • NoteFront brake reaction bushes cracking

  24. Pass64,938 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,938 miles
    Test number
    534056938177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre treads down to 3mm.

  25. Fail64,938 miles (+14,996)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,938 miles
    Test number
    153483028114
    • FailureFront Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre treads down to 3mm.

  26. Pass49,942 miles (+6,389)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    49,942 miles
    Test number
    381826507187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,553 miles
    Test number
    193761916188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail43,553 miles (+4,986)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,553 miles
    Test number
    960799606127
    • FailureInner Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass38,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    104372165160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    910372165165
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T861 ABL

Does T861 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T861 ABL expired on 10 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T861 ABL?
The MOT on T861 ABL expired on 10 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T861 ABL done?
T861 ABL was recorded at 148,653 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2024, an average of 5,846 miles a year.
Has T861 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T861 ABL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T861 ABL 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 T861 ABL find?
T861 ABL passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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