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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

T88 NBCMOT history

T88 NBC is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
127,310 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 NBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 NBC was last recorded at 127,310 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 9,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,249 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,061 miles
Average per year
6,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,310 miles
  • 2025 – 118,249 miles
  • 2024 – 110,487 miles
  • 2023 – 95,329 miles
  • 2022 – 88,935 miles
  • 2020 – 87,345 miles
  • 2019 – 80,614 miles
  • 2018 – 70,484 miles
  • 2017 – 60,638 miles
  • 2016 – 57,702 miles
  • 2015 – 53,821 miles
  • 2014 – 50,214 miles
  • 2013 – 45,997 miles
  • 2012 – 40,127 miles
  • 2011 – 33,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,310 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    127,310 miles
    Test number
    555337255055
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail127,310 miles (+9,061)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,310 miles
    Test number
    842741725491
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,249 miles (+7,762)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    118,249 miles
    Test number
    435326639038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    110,487 miles
    Test number
    322301543982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,487 miles (+15,158)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,487 miles
    Test number
    991767726301
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass95,329 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,329 miles
    Test number
    505330291679
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail95,329 miles (+6,394)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,329 miles
    Test number
    694858503350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass88,935 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,935 miles
    Test number
    145018634716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,924 miles (+1,579)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,924 miles
    Test number
    188652248080
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  10. Pass87,345 miles (+6,731)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,345 miles
    Test number
    263877770731
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass80,614 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,614 miles
    Test number
    439503473770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail80,592 miles (+10,108)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,592 miles
    Test number
    923744038079
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass70,484 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,484 miles
    Test number
    160140735865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight dampness (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderside shields restricting view

  14. Fail70,484 miles (+9,846)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,484 miles
    Test number
    798370226912
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight dampness (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderside shields restricting view

  15. Pass60,638 miles (+2,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,638 miles
    Test number
    313630166252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slightly damp (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass57,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,702 miles
    Test number
    123633052564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  17. Fail57,702 miles (+3,881)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,702 miles
    Test number
    260448707424
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  18. Pass53,821 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,821 miles
    Test number
    805153925220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,214 miles (+4,217)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,214 miles
    Test number
    358584924440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,997 miles (+5,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,997 miles
    Test number
    519328113241
    • 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)

  21. Pass40,127 miles (+6,458)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,127 miles
    Test number
    175229222208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,669 miles
    Test number
    575775641263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T88 NBC

Does T88 NBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 NBC is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 NBC?
The MOT on T88 NBC is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T88 NBC done?
T88 NBC was recorded at 127,310 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 6,236 miles a year.
Has T88 NBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 NBC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T88 NBC 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 T88 NBC find?
T88 NBC passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: coil spring corroded all.

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