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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

T888 TREMOT history

T888 TRE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 201,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
201,668 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 TRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 TRE was last recorded at 201,668 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Mar 2019: 156,778 miles, lower than 165,778 miles on 6 Mar 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
201,662 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,668 miles
  • 2025 – 196,845 miles
  • 2024 – 192,203 miles
  • 2023 – 187,559 miles
  • 2022 – 181,773 miles
  • 2021 – 176,238 miles
  • 2020 – 171,501 miles
  • 2019 – 156,778 miles
  • 2018 – 160,102 miles
  • 2017 – 154,581 miles
  • 2016 – 147,406 miles
  • 2015 – 141,397 miles
  • 2014 – 135,037 miles
  • 2013 – 128,960 miles
  • 2012 – 122,542 miles
  • 2011 – 111,657 miles
  • 2010 – 99,464 miles
  • 2009 – 89,191 miles
  • 2008 – 80,105 miles
  • 2007 – 69,815 miles
  • 2006 – 60,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,668 miles
  • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge drivers/passengers 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,668 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    201,668 miles
    Test number
    207755980056
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail201,662 miles (+4,817)2 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,662 miles
    Test number
    201510133226
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass196,845 miles (+4,642)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    196,845 miles
    Test number
    758152253303
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass192,203 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    192,203 miles
    Test number
    423187006856
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge drivers/passengers 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded drivers/passengers (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail192,196 miles (+4,637)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,196 miles
    Test number
    662630433434
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge drivers/passengers 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded drivers/passengers (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass187,559 miles (+5,786)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    187,559 miles
    Test number
    609455243536
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Drivers/Passengers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass181,773 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    181,773 miles
    Test number
    553279940556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail181,770 miles (+5,532)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,770 miles
    Test number
    336684814744
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass176,238 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    176,238 miles
    Test number
    971404374489
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail176,238 miles (+4,737)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,238 miles
    Test number
    964807700823
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass171,501 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    171,501 miles
    Test number
    759933953391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod has slight movement

  12. Fail171,444 miles (+14,666)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,444 miles
    Test number
    465424873333
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod has slight movement

  13. Pass156,778 miles (-9,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    156,778 miles
    Test number
    607593540050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail165,778 miles (+5,676)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,778 miles
    Test number
    806138325141
    • MajorNearside Power steering ram leaking from rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass160,102 miles (+114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    160,102 miles
    Test number
    956819254643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail159,988 miles (+5,407)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,988 miles
    Test number
    248991409459
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass154,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    154,581 miles
    Test number
    499776651361
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear axle beam

  18. Fail154,581 miles (+7,175)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,581 miles
    Test number
    280280420978
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear axle beam

  19. Pass147,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    147,406 miles
    Test number
    508642606056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail147,406 miles (+6,009)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,406 miles
    Test number
    546498513014
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass141,397 miles (+6,360)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    141,397 miles
    Test number
    767054655063
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass135,037 miles (+6,077)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    135,037 miles
    Test number
    598524024021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp not working

  23. Pass128,960 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    128,960 miles
    Test number
    105525323435
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  24. Fail128,957 miles (+6,415)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,957 miles
    Test number
    866914523062
    • FailureBrake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Pass122,542 miles (+10,885)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    122,542 miles
    Test number
    639622282026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass111,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    111,657 miles
    Test number
    927300681088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail111,657 miles (+12,193)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,657 miles
    Test number
    899940181083
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  28. Pass99,464 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,464 miles
    Test number
    471035070021
    • NoteSlight play in offside end of steering rack

  29. Fail99,464 miles (+10,273)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,464 miles
    Test number
    710584870099
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlight play in offside end of steering rack

  30. Pass89,191 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,191 miles
    Test number
    161545179474
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail89,188 miles (+9,083)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,188 miles
    Test number
    192645979011
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass80,105 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,105 miles
    Test number
    603094778059
    • NoteEngine covers fitted visibility reduced.
    • NoteNearside front tyre Dunlop 195/65R15 5-6-5 mm
    • NoteNearside rear tyre Dunlop 195/65R15 5-6-6 mm
    • NoteOffside front tyre 195/65R15 6-6-5 mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre Dunlop 195/65R15 6-5-3 mm
    • NoteUnder vehicle covers fitted visibility reduced.

  33. Fail80,105 miles (+10,290)3 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,105 miles
    Test number
    890404378050
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted visibility reduced.
    • NoteNearside front tyre Dunlop 195/65R15 5-6-5 mm
    • NoteNearside rear tyre Dunlop 195/65R15 5-6-6 mm
    • NoteOffside front tyre 195/65R15 6-6-5 mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre Dunlop 195/65R15 6-5-3 mm
    • NoteUnder vehicle covers fitted visibility reduced.

  34. Pass69,815 miles (+9,407)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,815 miles
    Test number
    894485477055
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  35. Pass60,408 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    60,408 miles
    Test number
    113004396425
    • NoteFront wipers smearing slightly.

Questions about T888 TRE

Does T888 TRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T888 TRE is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T888 TRE?
The MOT on T888 TRE is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T888 TRE done?
T888 TRE was recorded at 201,668 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 7,047 miles a year.
Has T888 TRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 TRE has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T888 TRE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T888 TRE find?
T888 TRE passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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