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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

T8 TSUMOT history

T8 TSU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 127,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
127,200 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 TSU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 TSU was last recorded at 127,200 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,689 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,511 miles
Average per year
4,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,200 miles
  • 2025 – 124,689 miles
  • 2024 – 122,134 miles
  • 2023 – 119,656 miles
  • 2022 – 118,375 miles
  • 2021 – 117,436 miles
  • 2020 – 116,575 miles
  • 2019 – 116,127 miles
  • 2018 – 115,267 miles
  • 2017 – 114,192 miles
  • 2016 – 103,228 miles
  • 2015 – 94,250 miles
  • 2014 – 84,927 miles
  • 2013 – 80,276 miles
  • 2012 – 76,576 miles
  • 2011 – 73,892 miles
  • 2010 – 69,514 miles
  • 2009 – 61,230 miles
  • 2008 – 53,124 miles
  • 2007 – 47,887 miles
  • 2006 – 43,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,200 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,200 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    127,200 miles
    Test number
    731642566985
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail127,200 miles (+2,511)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,200 miles
    Test number
    503424821977
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass124,689 miles (+2,555)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    124,689 miles
    Test number
    846131252637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,134 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,134 miles
    Test number
    413795675340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass119,656 miles (+1,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    119,656 miles
    Test number
    480819234360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass118,375 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,375 miles
    Test number
    577801370721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    117,436 miles
    Test number
    417859693622
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail117,436 miles (+861)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,436 miles
    Test number
    985963204354
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,575 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,575 miles
    Test number
    275140226669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,127 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,127 miles
    Test number
    776552575346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,267 miles (+1,075)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,267 miles
    Test number
    848290945603
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass114,192 miles (+10,964)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    114,192 miles
    Test number
    303395470479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass103,228 miles (+8,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    103,228 miles
    Test number
    322504232146
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass94,250 miles (+9,323)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,250 miles
    Test number
    919186238188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,927 miles (+4,651)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,927 miles
    Test number
    425542574299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,276 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,276 miles
    Test number
    175834973229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,576 miles (+2,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,576 miles
    Test number
    525485252237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass73,892 miles (+4,378)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,892 miles
    Test number
    756294771226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,514 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,514 miles
    Test number
    390235340258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,507 miles (+8,277)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,507 miles
    Test number
    974464740245
    • DangerousNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Fail61,230 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,230 miles
    Test number
    884335259298
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass61,230 miles (+8,106)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,230 miles
    Test number
    893095059251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    53,124 miles
    Test number
    321033968119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    821968258180
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  25. Pass47,887 miles (+4,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    47,887 miles
    Test number
    540685237134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass43,851 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,851 miles
    Test number
    661187236150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres treads on 3mm (1.6mm legal limit)
    • NoteNail in tyre
    • NoteSlight cracking on n/s/r outer wall

Questions about T8 TSU

Does T8 TSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 TSU is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 TSU?
The MOT on T8 TSU is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 TSU done?
T8 TSU was recorded at 127,200 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 4,087 miles a year.
Has T8 TSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 TSU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 TSU 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 TSU find?
T8 TSU passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded all; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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