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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T97 RHWMOT history

T97 RHW is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2026
Mileage
97,454 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T97 RHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T97 RHW was last recorded at 97,454 miles on 7 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,454 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,454 miles
  • 2024 – 97,038 miles
  • 2020 – 97,031 miles
  • 2019 – 96,185 miles
  • 2018 – 95,207 miles
  • 2017 – 93,947 miles
  • 2016 – 93,401 miles
  • 2014 – 90,348 miles
  • 2013 – 88,136 miles
  • 2012 – 86,941 miles
  • 2011 – 84,706 miles
  • 2010 – 78,890 miles
  • 2009 – 74,721 miles
  • 2008 – 70,150 miles
  • 2007 – 65,525 miles
  • 2006 – 61,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,454 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,454 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,454 miles
    Test number
    188043871912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail97,454 miles (+416)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,454 miles
    Test number
    747631292955
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass97,038 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    538350144270
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail97,036 miles (+5)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,036 miles
    Test number
    445022275874
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,031 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,031 miles
    Test number
    584809164111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail97,031 miles (+846)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,031 miles
    Test number
    793911816791
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,185 miles
    Test number
    182074887494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail96,185 miles (+978)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,185 miles
    Test number
    370641987584
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,207 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,207 miles
    Test number
    457863098527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,947 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,947 miles
    Test number
    105811256483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,401 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,401 miles
    Test number
    579479822344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    90,348 miles
    Test number
    805501434309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,348 miles (+2,212)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,348 miles
    Test number
    895879524300
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass88,136 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    88,136 miles
    Test number
    475846723446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,941 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    86,941 miles
    Test number
    187061432381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,706 miles (+5,816)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,706 miles
    Test number
    617725021397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall,but not deep enough to reach inner ply or cords.

  17. Pass78,890 miles (+4,169)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,890 miles
    Test number
    264688650418
    • NoteRear no.plate delaminating.

  18. Pass74,721 miles (+4,571)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,721 miles
    Test number
    944189559134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,150 miles (+4,625)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    730071558176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,525 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    65,525 miles
    Test number
    933404967115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    61,160 miles
    Test number
    953740366133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T97 RHW

Does T97 RHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T97 RHW expired on 6 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T97 RHW?
The MOT on T97 RHW expired on 6 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T97 RHW done?
T97 RHW was recorded at 97,454 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 1,919 miles a year.
Has T97 RHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T97 RHW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T97 RHW 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 T97 RHW find?
T97 RHW passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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