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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T877 ABLMOT history

T877 ABL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
142,307 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T877 ABL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T877 ABL was last recorded at 142,307 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,307 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,307 miles
  • 2024 – 141,050 miles
  • 2023 – 140,670 miles
  • 2022 – 139,700 miles
  • 2021 – 137,284 miles
  • 2020 – 135,540 miles
  • 2019 – 134,404 miles
  • 2018 – 132,230 miles
  • 2017 – 128,920 miles
  • 2016 – 124,931 miles
  • 2015 – 123,217 miles
  • 2014 – 118,965 miles
  • 2013 – 110,599 miles
  • 2012 – 103,550 miles
  • 2011 – 95,815 miles
  • 2010 – 88,166 miles
  • 2009 – 82,627 miles
  • 2008 – 79,040 miles
  • 2007 – 71,397 miles
  • 2006 – 61,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,307 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,307 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    142,307 miles
    Test number
    538248851714
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail142,307 miles (+1,257)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,307 miles
    Test number
    707559561362
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass141,050 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    141,050 miles
    Test number
    798010058897
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail141,040 miles (+370)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,040 miles
    Test number
    721808356653
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,670 miles (+970)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,670 miles
    Test number
    961922835094
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass139,700 miles (+2,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    139,700 miles
    Test number
    133409926063
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn both sides tyres 2X (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass137,284 miles (+1,744)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,284 miles
    Test number
    537151119971
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Brake pad(s) wearing thin all sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass135,540 miles (+1,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    135,540 miles
    Test number
    152965978284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass134,404 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,404 miles
    Test number
    621553454867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass132,230 miles (+3,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,230 miles
    Test number
    348202932089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass128,920 miles (+3,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    128,920 miles
    Test number
    520651163195
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass124,931 miles (+1,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    124,931 miles
    Test number
    979932152335
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail123,217 miles (+4,252)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,217 miles
    Test number
    819495275118
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass118,965 miles (+8,366)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    118,965 miles
    Test number
    285822384462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass110,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    110,599 miles
    Test number
    309232763102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,598 miles (+7,048)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,598 miles
    Test number
    498812363103
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)

  17. Pass103,550 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,550 miles
    Test number
    208997862416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail103,550 miles (+7,735)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,550 miles
    Test number
    388187062182
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass95,815 miles (+7,649)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    95,815 miles
    Test number
    858792371110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass88,166 miles (+5,539)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    88,166 miles
    Test number
    380225170192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,627 miles (+3,587)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,627 miles
    Test number
    240912669430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass79,040 miles (+7,643)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,040 miles
    Test number
    241866388411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,397 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    71,397 miles
    Test number
    513829147105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail71,268 miles (+9,979)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,268 miles
    Test number
    893436247154
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass61,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    61,289 miles
    Test number
    262804466158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T877 ABL

Does T877 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T877 ABL is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T877 ABL?
The MOT on T877 ABL is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T877 ABL done?
T877 ABL was recorded at 142,307 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 4,099 miles a year.
Has T877 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T877 ABL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T877 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 T877 ABL find?
T877 ABL passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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