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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T865 MLLMOT history

T865 MLL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 204,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2026
Mileage
204,054 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T865 MLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T865 MLL was last recorded at 204,054 miles on 28 Jan 2025, 184,879 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Feb 2021: 19,175 miles, lower than 179,214 miles on 13 Feb 2019.

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
19,175 miles · 9 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
184,879 miles
Average per year
5,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 204,054 miles
  • 2021 – 19,175 miles
  • 2019 – 179,214 miles
  • 2016 – 162,098 miles
  • 2015 – 158,930 miles
  • 2014 – 155,923 miles
  • 2013 – 151,434 miles
  • 2012 – 145,756 miles
  • 2011 – 140,224 miles
  • 2010 – 133,910 miles
  • 2009 – 125,238 miles
  • 2008 – 119,692 miles
  • 2007 – 116,403 miles
  • 2006 – 110,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,054 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to rear box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes heavily perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneralized corrosion to body and underneath vehicle
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,054 miles2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    204,054 miles
    Test number
    979166295936
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes heavily perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneralized corrosion to body and underneath vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    119084210875
    • 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    234125880685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    185894686106
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass19,175 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    19,175 miles
    Test number
    583341533337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    504626278592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass179,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    179,214 miles
    Test number
    718882341576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758000397645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    499045265604
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass162,098 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    162,098 miles
    Test number
    378534252702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perrished

  11. Fail162,084 miles (+3,154)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,084 miles
    Test number
    149105861960
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perrished

  12. Pass158,930 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    158,930 miles
    Test number
    366897895003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail158,929 miles (+3,006)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,929 miles
    Test number
    107617895402
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass155,923 miles (+4,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    155,923 miles
    Test number
    235804894050
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass151,434 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    151,434 miles
    Test number
    149929293424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail151,434 miles (+5,678)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,434 miles
    Test number
    586119393092
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass145,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    145,756 miles
    Test number
    769347102144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail145,756 miles (+5,532)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,756 miles
    Test number
    275317702141
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass140,224 miles (+6,314)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    140,224 miles
    Test number
    268742831478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass133,910 miles (+8,672)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    133,910 miles
    Test number
    383467310157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass125,238 miles (+5,546)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    125,238 miles
    Test number
    143424239167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass119,692 miles (+3,289)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    119,692 miles
    Test number
    953057838174
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePower steering pipe damp [at rear of gearbox]

  23. Pass116,403 miles (+6,255)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    116,403 miles
    Test number
    522416267164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass110,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    110,148 miles
    Test number
    480051116172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T865 MLL

Does T865 MLL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T865 MLL expired on 27 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T865 MLL?
The MOT on T865 MLL expired on 27 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T865 MLL done?
T865 MLL was recorded at 204,054 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2025, an average of 5,002 miles a year.
Has T865 MLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T865 MLL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T865 MLL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T865 MLL find?
T865 MLL passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 17 advisories: nearside front tyre obviously under inflated; offside front tyre obviously under inflated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear box, and 16 more.

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