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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T861 ELGMOT history

T861 ELG is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
111,493 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T861 ELG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T861 ELG was last recorded at 111,493 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 3,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,175 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,318 miles
Average per year
4,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,493 miles
  • 2025 – 108,175 miles
  • 2024 – 107,787 miles
  • 2023 – 107,526 miles
  • 2022 – 107,149 miles
  • 2021 – 106,370 miles
  • 2020 – 105,768 miles
  • 2019 – 102,346 miles
  • 2018 – 96,995 miles
  • 2017 – 91,282 miles
  • 2016 – 85,819 miles
  • 2015 – 81,078 miles
  • 2014 – 76,579 miles
  • 2013 – 66,077 miles
  • 2012 – 53,859 miles
  • 2011 – 45,639 miles
  • 2010 – 42,516 miles
  • 2009 – 38,295 miles
  • 2008 – 34,653 miles
  • 2007 – 30,905 miles
  • 2006 – 27,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,493 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on outer adges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on outer adges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suppension is rusty

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,493 miles (+3,318)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    111,493 miles
    Test number
    117538364750
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on outer adges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on outer adges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suppension is rusty

  2. Pass108,175 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    108,175 miles
    Test number
    944749972423
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail108,175 miles (+388)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,175 miles
    Test number
    822936828051
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,787 miles (+261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    107,787 miles
    Test number
    315960588289
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,526 miles (+377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,526 miles
    Test number
    602033361055
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass107,149 miles (+779)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    107,149 miles
    Test number
    602022382317
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front & rear suspension component's

  7. Pass106,370 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    106,370 miles
    Test number
    287408811827
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside, front and rear suspension

  8. Fail106,370 miles (+602)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,370 miles
    Test number
    775384633086
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside, front and rear suspension

  9. Pass105,768 miles (+3,422)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    105,768 miles
    Test number
    181562737213
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Mounting bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass102,346 miles (+5,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,346 miles
    Test number
    907058015610
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid section support bracket missing!
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass96,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,995 miles
    Test number
    559451864458
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail96,995 miles (+5,713)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,995 miles
    Test number
    882729364427
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass91,282 miles (+5,463)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,282 miles
    Test number
    912576281663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,819 miles
    Test number
    603683585471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,819 miles (+4,741)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,819 miles
    Test number
    961678983638
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass81,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,078 miles
    Test number
    828569695048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,078 miles (+4,499)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,078 miles
    Test number
    515769395099
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass76,579 miles (+6)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,579 miles
    Test number
    146282314155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Fail76,573 miles (+10,496)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,573 miles
    Test number
    475666904133
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass66,077 miles (+12,218)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,077 miles
    Test number
    479728893036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass53,859 miles (+8,220)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,859 miles
    Test number
    455413302186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear tyres cracked

  22. Pass45,639 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,639 miles
    Test number
    286595191093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,516 miles (+4,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,516 miles
    Test number
    211449500400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass38,295 miles (+3,642)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,295 miles
    Test number
    233097709105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth front wipers and rear wiper smearing

  25. Pass34,653 miles (+3,748)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,653 miles
    Test number
    753118408153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn but no excessive movement

  26. Pass30,905 miles (+3,723)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,905 miles
    Test number
    800413717193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,182 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,182 miles
    Test number
    291760916182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T861 ELG

Does T861 ELG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T861 ELG is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T861 ELG?
The MOT on T861 ELG is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T861 ELG done?
T861 ELG was recorded at 111,493 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 4,177 miles a year.
Has T861 ELG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T861 ELG has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T861 ELG 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 ELG find?
T861 ELG passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front coil spring corroded both; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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