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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

T88 WENMOT history

T88 WEN is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
117,415 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 WEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 WEN was last recorded at 117,415 miles on 20 May 2026, 2,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,078 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,337 miles
Average per year
4,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,415 miles
  • 2025 – 115,078 miles
  • 2024 – 113,226 miles
  • 2023 – 112,512 miles
  • 2022 – 111,213 miles
  • 2021 – 109,380 miles
  • 2020 – 106,366 miles
  • 2019 – 99,959 miles
  • 2018 – 93,824 miles
  • 2017 – 88,711 miles
  • 2016 – 82,696 miles
  • 2015 – 77,695 miles
  • 2014 – 70,415 miles
  • 2013 – 61,872 miles
  • 2012 – 55,533 miles
  • 2011 – 51,858 miles
  • 2010 – 47,132 miles
  • 2009 – 41,067 miles
  • 2008 – 33,717 miles
  • 2007 – 28,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,415 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,415 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    117,415 miles
    Test number
    786204295191
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail117,413 miles (+2,335)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,413 miles
    Test number
    310065482652
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass115,078 miles (+1,852)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    115,078 miles
    Test number
    770204726113
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass113,226 miles (+714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    113,226 miles
    Test number
    717169177688
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass112,512 miles (+1,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,512 miles
    Test number
    133564998668
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass111,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    111,213 miles
    Test number
    918459761257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail111,212 miles (+1,832)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,212 miles
    Test number
    301437243261
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass109,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,380 miles
    Test number
    678962450276
    • 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))
  9. Fail109,379 miles (+3,013)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,379 miles
    Test number
    251501788182
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
  10. Pass106,366 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    106,366 miles
    Test number
    263348484255
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail106,366 miles (+6,407)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,366 miles
    Test number
    436186885517
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass99,959 miles (+6,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    99,959 miles
    Test number
    487545866995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass93,824 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,824 miles
    Test number
    409914029792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,353 miles (+4,642)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,353 miles
    Test number
    292744854405
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNail in o/side rear tyre
  15. Pass88,711 miles (+6,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,711 miles
    Test number
    101331495605
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass82,696 miles (+5,001)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,696 miles
    Test number
    492546509118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,695 miles
    Test number
    425582445173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,695 miles (+7,280)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,695 miles
    Test number
    536631745121
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brakes binding on slightly
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on outside edges
  19. Pass70,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,415 miles
    Test number
    308712444159
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail70,415 miles (+8,543)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,415 miles
    Test number
    599982244136
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass61,872 miles (+6,339)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,872 miles
    Test number
    616399243191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,533 miles (+3,675)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,533 miles
    Test number
    168266652466
    • NoteSlight distortion in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteWiper blades in poor condition
  23. Pass51,858 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,858 miles
    Test number
    629594251016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,132 miles (+6,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,132 miles
    Test number
    933161820032
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass41,067 miles (+7,350)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,067 miles
    Test number
    442383329080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,717 miles (+5,153)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,717 miles
    Test number
    523588628081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,564 miles
    Test number
    893949827083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T88 WEN

Does T88 WEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 WEN is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 WEN?
The MOT on T88 WEN is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T88 WEN done?
T88 WEN was recorded at 117,415 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 4,603 miles a year.
Has T88 WEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 WEN has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T88 WEN 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 WEN find?
T88 WEN passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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