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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

T8 MDKMOT history

T8 MDK is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 158,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
158,386 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 MDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 MDK was last recorded at 158,386 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 3,725 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,661 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,725 miles
Average per year
6,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,386 miles
  • 2024 – 154,661 miles
  • 2023 – 149,339 miles
  • 2022 – 146,416 miles
  • 2021 – 142,944 miles
  • 2020 – 135,526 miles
  • 2019 – 127,881 miles
  • 2018 – 111,810 miles
  • 2017 – 95,938 miles
  • 2016 – 94,945 miles
  • 2015 – 90,520 miles
  • 2014 – 85,244 miles
  • 2012 – 75,995 miles
  • 2011 – 71,036 miles
  • 2009 – 62,592 miles
  • 2008 – 60,222 miles
  • 2007 – 50,812 miles
  • 2006 – 35,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,386 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,386 miles (+3,725)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    158,386 miles
    Test number
    859212708880
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,661 miles (+5,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    154,661 miles
    Test number
    960429110121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass149,339 miles (+2,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    149,339 miles
    Test number
    386067108173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass146,416 miles (+3,472)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,416 miles
    Test number
    539480076954
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass142,944 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,944 miles
    Test number
    981436349654
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo hoses (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail142,943 miles (+7,417)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,943 miles
    Test number
    992177737491
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo hoses (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass135,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,526 miles
    Test number
    569767440084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,526 miles (+7,645)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,526 miles
    Test number
    195261293893
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass127,881 miles (+130)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,881 miles
    Test number
    989755201512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Recommend attention soon
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail127,751 miles (+15,941)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,751 miles
    Test number
    765936258043
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Recommend attention soon
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass111,810 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,810 miles
    Test number
    698976546499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail111,810 miles (+15,872)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,810 miles
    Test number
    580086920138
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass95,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,938 miles
    Test number
    722851209967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,938 miles (+993)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,938 miles
    Test number
    340122282918
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads and discs worn

  15. Pass94,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,945 miles
    Test number
    778402614438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,945 miles (+4,425)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,945 miles
    Test number
    283059124145
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass90,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,520 miles
    Test number
    738894655186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,520 miles (+5,276)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,520 miles
    Test number
    538073155168
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Pass85,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,244 miles
    Test number
    768863324197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,244 miles (+9,249)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,244 miles
    Test number
    747952024189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  21. Pass75,995 miles (+72)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,995 miles
    Test number
    458172372131
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAir baglight stayon.
    • NoteManagementlight stay on.

  22. Fail75,923 miles (+4,887)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,923 miles
    Test number
    445558962158
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAir baglight stayon.
    • NoteManagementlight stay on.

  23. Pass71,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    269760761129
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail71,036 miles (+8,444)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    297730161497
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass62,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,592 miles
    Test number
    682443859331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail62,592 miles (+2,370)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,592 miles
    Test number
    983962759310
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  27. Pass60,222 miles (+9,410)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    60,222 miles
    Test number
    934779358368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,812 miles (+15,085)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    50,812 miles
    Test number
    562750447394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass35,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    35,727 miles
    Test number
    432509546349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 MDK

Does T8 MDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 MDK is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T8 MDK?
The MOT on T8 MDK is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 MDK done?
T8 MDK was recorded at 158,386 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 6,455 miles a year.
Has T8 MDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 MDK has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T8 MDK 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 T8 MDK find?
T8 MDK passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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