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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

T888 ECEMOT history

T888 ECE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
114,280 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 ECE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 ECE was last recorded at 114,280 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,280 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,280 miles
  • 2025 – 110,669 miles
  • 2024 – 106,659 miles
  • 2021 – 90,565 miles
  • 2020 – 87,264 miles
  • 2019 – 84,429 miles
  • 2018 – 81,148 miles
  • 2017 – 78,067 miles
  • 2016 – 75,224 miles
  • 2015 – 72,676 miles
  • 2014 – 70,098 miles
  • 2013 – 67,592 miles
  • 2012 – 62,776 miles
  • 2011 – 56,117 miles
  • 2010 – 50,148 miles
  • 2009 – 41,573 miles
  • 2008 – 32,913 miles
  • 2007 – 24,275 miles
  • 2006 – 14,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,280 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • N/s inner cv gaiter cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,280 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    114,280 miles
    Test number
    142408448067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  2. Fail114,280 miles (+3,611)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,280 miles
    Test number
    113013210149
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass110,669 miles (+4,010)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    110,669 miles
    Test number
    245558422274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,659 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,659 miles
    Test number
    549728684375
    • 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))
  5. Fail106,657 miles (+16,092)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,657 miles
    Test number
    435305111728
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  6. Pass90,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,565 miles
    Test number
    358552564010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,565 miles (+3,301)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,565 miles
    Test number
    355098568593
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass87,264 miles (+2,835)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,264 miles
    Test number
    775321469769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,429 miles (+3,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,429 miles
    Test number
    779502190774
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s front wheel bearing
  10. Pass81,148 miles (+3,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    953827294672
    • AdvisoryN/s inner cv gaiter cracking
  11. Pass78,067 miles (+2,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,067 miles
    Test number
    365769702814
    • AdvisorySlight play in both top suspension mounts
  12. Pass75,224 miles (+2,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,224 miles
    Test number
    730441717523
    • AdvisoryN/s inner cv gaiter cracking
  13. Pass72,676 miles (+2,578)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,676 miles
    Test number
    163858387508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,098 miles
    Test number
    265930654372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,098 miles (+2,506)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,098 miles
    Test number
    479310554365
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Pass67,592 miles (+4,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,592 miles
    Test number
    927824553351
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack end
  17. Pass62,776 miles (+6,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,776 miles
    Test number
    809322912206
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass56,117 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,117 miles
    Test number
    917574411209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,148 miles (+8,575)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,148 miles
    Test number
    463207330275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,573 miles (+8,660)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,573 miles
    Test number
    841022029277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,913 miles (+8,638)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,913 miles
    Test number
    300831548442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,275 miles
    Test number
    303610647408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,275 miles (+9,903)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,275 miles
    Test number
    471072137200
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
  24. Pass14,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,372 miles
    Test number
    644567786120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T888 ECE

Does T888 ECE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T888 ECE is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T888 ECE?
The MOT on T888 ECE is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T888 ECE done?
T888 ECE was recorded at 114,280 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 5,101 miles a year.
Has T888 ECE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 ECE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T888 ECE 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 T888 ECE find?
T888 ECE passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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