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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T868 YDUMOT history

T868 YDU is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 106,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,850 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T868 YDU
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
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T868 YDU was last recorded at 106,850 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 2,270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,580 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,270 miles
Average per year
4,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,850 miles
  • 2025 – 104,580 miles
  • 2024 – 100,097 miles
  • 2023 – 94,645 miles
  • 2022 – 84,204 miles
  • 2021 – 74,809 miles
  • 2019 – 70,910 miles
  • 2018 – 67,438 miles
  • 2017 – 60,235 miles
  • 2016 – 52,098 miles
  • 2015 – 41,289 miles
  • 2014 – 33,893 miles
  • 2013 – 30,252 miles
  • 2012 – 28,254 miles
  • 2011 – 26,766 miles
  • 2010 – 25,416 miles
  • 2009 – 24,868 miles
  • 2008 – 24,303 miles
  • 2007 – 23,717 miles
  • 2006 – 22,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,850 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGearbox noisy

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Emissions unable to be completed

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,850 miles (+2,270)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,850 miles
    Test number
    680944512151
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy

  2. Pass104,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    104,580 miles
    Test number
    412054897349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail104,580 miles (+4,483)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,580 miles
    Test number
    880730750488
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass100,097 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,097 miles
    Test number
    560883616205
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail100,092 miles (+5,447)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,092 miles
    Test number
    391847095453
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass94,645 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    404003859850
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear. (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,643 miles (+599)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,643 miles
    Test number
    658149459711
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear. (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail94,044 miles (+9,840)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,044 miles
    Test number
    625597574967
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall severely damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass84,204 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,204 miles
    Test number
    203446939079
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail84,203 miles (+239)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,203 miles
    Test number
    460619479578
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear both sides REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail83,964 miles (+9,155)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,964 miles
    Test number
    881401900638
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear both sides REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass74,809 miles (+3,899)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,809 miles
    Test number
    288219801838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass70,910 miles (+3,472)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,910 miles
    Test number
    180885476144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,438 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    67,438 miles
    Test number
    245576021363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail67,438 miles (+7,203)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,438 miles
    Test number
    922717734750
    • DangerousFront Upper Suspension component insecure and impairing directional stability shock absorber mountings,both. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass60,235 miles (+8,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    60,235 miles
    Test number
    890847273851
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some components

  17. Pass52,098 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    52,098 miles
    Test number
    914282521200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,056 miles (+10,767)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,056 miles
    Test number
    540271512405
    • FailureNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  19. Pass41,289 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,289 miles
    Test number
    335728360577
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread cracked! (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has severely perished sidewalls!
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has severely perished sidewalls!
    • AdvisoryOil leak!
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail41,289 miles (+7,396)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,289 miles
    Test number
    506360540218
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread cracked! (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has severely perished sidewalls!
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has severely perished sidewalls!
    • AdvisoryOil leak!
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass33,893 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,893 miles
    Test number
    479362904365
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Fail33,893 miles (+3,641)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,893 miles
    Test number
    837282504315
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass30,252 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,252 miles
    Test number
    116041223293
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake disc's lipped

  24. Fail30,252 miles (+1,998)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,252 miles
    Test number
    118561123299
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake disc's lipped

  25. Pass28,254 miles (+1,488)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    28,254 miles
    Test number
    239759842254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,766 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,766 miles
    Test number
    447259141225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,416 miles (+548)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    25,416 miles
    Test number
    824236040285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,868 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,868 miles
    Test number
    470802539262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,303 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,303 miles
    Test number
    954891148210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,717 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,717 miles
    Test number
    103716247276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,386 miles
    Test number
    251678846254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T868 YDU

Does T868 YDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T868 YDU is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T868 YDU?
The MOT on T868 YDU is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T868 YDU done?
T868 YDU was recorded at 106,850 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,210 miles a year.
Has T868 YDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T868 YDU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T868 YDU 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 T868 YDU find?
T868 YDU passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front console bushes; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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