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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1991 · 1,595 cc

J486 NJOMOT history

J486 NJO is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Nov 1991. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 107,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

J486 NJO red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
107,908 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J486 NJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
29 Nov 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J486 NJO was last recorded at 107,908 miles on 6 May 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,893 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
1,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,908 miles
  • 2025 – 107,554 miles
  • 2024 – 105,830 miles
  • 2023 – 103,932 miles
  • 2021 – 103,173 miles
  • 2019 – 101,980 miles
  • 2018 – 101,515 miles
  • 2017 – 98,836 miles
  • 2016 – 98,828 miles
  • 2015 – 98,819 miles
  • 2013 – 97,866 miles
  • 2012 – 93,888 miles
  • 2011 – 88,075 miles
  • 2010 – 86,449 miles
  • 2009 – 84,720 miles
  • 2008 – 82,637 miles
  • 2007 – 80,949 miles
  • 2006 – 69,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,908 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front arch trim insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,908 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    107,908 miles
    Test number
    913649303521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail107,893 miles (+339)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,893 miles
    Test number
    993743608409
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Position lamp missing both sides are working but are not visible (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass107,554 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    107,554 miles
    Test number
    511961914908
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arch trim insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,552 miles (+1,722)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,552 miles
    Test number
    820440330608
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arch trim insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,830 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,830 miles
    Test number
    257821994214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,932 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,932 miles
    Test number
    650739297792
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill slightly damaged

  7. Fail103,932 miles (+759)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,932 miles
    Test number
    466925419929
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryX2 rear exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated

  8. Pass103,173 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    103,173 miles
    Test number
    744983526064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also cracking up in treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also cracking up in treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also cracking up in treads (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail103,173 miles (+1,193)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,173 miles
    Test number
    704218123972
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also cracking up in treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also cracking up in treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also cracking up in treads (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,980 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,980 miles
    Test number
    195091163407
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail101,978 miles (+463)1 dangerous10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,978 miles
    Test number
    605926144232
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber mounts perished (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass101,515 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    101,515 miles
    Test number
    299794837404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail101,508 miles (+2,672)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,508 miles
    Test number
    521047122262
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass98,836 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    98,836 miles
    Test number
    345158981534
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft been rubbing chassis
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder side damaged

  15. Fail98,833 miles (+5)9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,833 miles
    Test number
    983063838901
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play both sides (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both sides (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driveshaft has rubbed chassie
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre rubbing inner arch
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel lines an chassis been scraping the floor

  16. Fail98,828 miles (+9)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,828 miles
    Test number
    413144668533
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass98,819 miles (+953)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    98,819 miles
    Test number
    908008975134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,866 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    97,866 miles
    Test number
    218332653272
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteExhaust leaking and fouling vehicle
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil over full

  19. Fail97,866 miles (+3,978)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,866 miles
    Test number
    435602653271
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteExhaust leaking and fouling vehicle
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil over full

  20. Pass93,888 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    93,888 miles
    Test number
    139091252240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteExhaust leak
    • NoteNSR Tyre perished
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteOSF drive shaft fouling body
    • NoteSlight play in osf strut top mounting
    • NoteWater leak

  21. Fail93,888 miles (+5,813)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,888 miles
    Test number
    416301552289
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteExhaust leak
    • NoteNSR Tyre perished
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteOSF drive shaft fouling body
    • NoteSlight play in osf strut top mounting
    • NoteWater leak

  22. Pass88,075 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    485277251216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front tracking requires attention.

  23. Fail88,075 miles (+1,626)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    915531651282
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass86,449 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,449 miles
    Test number
    292987390461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,720 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,720 miles
    Test number
    273720999167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass82,637 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    82,637 miles
    Test number
    334815108430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass80,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,949 miles
    Test number
    261395717238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail80,949 miles (+11,207)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,949 miles
    Test number
    331583217450
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass69,742 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    69,742 miles
    Test number
    994230786093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail69,741 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,741 miles
    Test number
    704544976059
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about J486 NJO

Does J486 NJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J486 NJO is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J486 NJO?
The MOT on J486 NJO is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J486 NJO done?
J486 NJO was recorded at 107,908 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 1,895 miles a year.
Has J486 NJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J486 NJO has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on J486 NJO 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 J486 NJO find?
J486 NJO passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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