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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T917 SNPMOT history

T917 SNP is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 160,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
160,537 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T917 SNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T917 SNP was last recorded at 160,537 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,532 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,537 miles
  • 2025 – 159,023 miles
  • 2024 – 157,289 miles
  • 2023 – 155,242 miles
  • 2022 – 152,708 miles
  • 2021 – 151,928 miles
  • 2020 – 150,510 miles
  • 2019 – 149,740 miles
  • 2018 – 148,453 miles
  • 2017 – 146,808 miles
  • 2016 – 141,956 miles
  • 2015 – 139,565 miles
  • 2014 – 133,166 miles
  • 2013 – 126,289 miles
  • 2012 – 126,258 miles
  • 2010 – 106,783 miles
  • 2009 – 99,079 miles
  • 2008 – 88,969 miles
  • 2007 – 82,935 miles
  • 2006 – 69,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,537 miles
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass160,537 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    160,537 miles
    Test number
    842620610272
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail160,532 miles (+1,509)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,532 miles
    Test number
    976981914196
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass159,023 miles (+1,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    159,023 miles
    Test number
    561490818071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass157,289 miles (+2,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    157,289 miles
    Test number
    489253996867
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass155,242 miles (+2,534)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    155,242 miles
    Test number
    955112252615
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,708 miles (+780)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    152,708 miles
    Test number
    683207653088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass151,928 miles (+1,418)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    151,928 miles
    Test number
    520162809832
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass150,510 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    150,510 miles
    Test number
    690380784241
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail150,509 miles (+769)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,509 miles
    Test number
    639283985078
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass149,740 miles (+79)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,740 miles
    Test number
    379187057458
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail149,661 miles (+1,208)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,661 miles
    Test number
    589925309459
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass148,453 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,453 miles
    Test number
    425944292762
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail148,439 miles (+1,631)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,439 miles
    Test number
    742108075037
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass146,808 miles (+4)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,808 miles
    Test number
    530290731561
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken - still secure
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both starting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake discs slight scored
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose just starting deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot starting deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt frayed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe starting slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking & perishing - 195 55 R16
    • AdvisoryNearside front & Both rear coil springs corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre starting - wear on very outer edge - no cords shown
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs rear pitted
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail146,804 miles (+4,848)1 dangerous5 failures16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,804 miles
    Test number
    532139386093
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking Brake caliper! (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken - still secure
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both starting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake discs slight scored
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose just starting deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot starting deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt frayed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe starting slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking & perishing - 195 55 R16
    • AdvisoryNearside front & Both rear coil springs corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre starting - wear on very outer edge - no cords shown
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs rear pitted
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass141,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    141,956 miles
    Test number
    110749602749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail141,956 miles (+2,391)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,956 miles
    Test number
    762933498085
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass139,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    139,565 miles
    Test number
    206493655495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail139,565 miles (+6,399)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,565 miles
    Test number
    957883045160
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Pass133,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    133,166 miles
    Test number
    506476934015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail133,166 miles (+6,877)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,166 miles
    Test number
    256376934038
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass126,289 miles (+31)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    126,289 miles
    Test number
    617922503069
    • NoteREAR TYRES CLOSE TO LIMITS

  23. Fail126,258 miles (+7,482)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,258 miles
    Test number
    626586662373
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteREAR TYRES CLOSE TO LIMITS

  24. Fail118,776 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,776 miles
    Test number
    265204502057
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass118,776 miles (+11,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    118,776 miles
    Test number
    988084502071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass106,783 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    106,783 miles
    Test number
    400662680239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs corroaded

  27. Fail106,783 miles (+7,704)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,783 miles
    Test number
    554812880238
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs corroaded

  28. Pass99,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    99,079 miles
    Test number
    122761689299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail99,079 miles (+10,110)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,079 miles
    Test number
    233525379210
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass88,969 miles (+6,034)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    88,969 miles
    Test number
    742522268116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  31. Pass82,935 miles (+13,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    82,935 miles
    Test number
    822259057156
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass69,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,612 miles
    Test number
    513918366123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T917 SNP

Does T917 SNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T917 SNP is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T917 SNP?
The MOT on T917 SNP is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T917 SNP done?
T917 SNP was recorded at 160,537 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,483 miles a year.
Has T917 SNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T917 SNP has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T917 SNP 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 T917 SNP find?
T917 SNP passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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