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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,590 cc

J8 GDJMOT history

J8 GDJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 81,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

J8 GDJ red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
81,179 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 GDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 GDJ was last recorded at 81,179 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,117 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
3,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,179 miles
  • 2025 – 79,753 miles
  • 2024 – 76,858 miles
  • 2023 – 72,959 miles
  • 2022 – 66,311 miles
  • 2021 – 61,166 miles
  • 2020 – 59,076 miles
  • 2019 – 51,586 miles
  • 2018 – 40,559 miles
  • 2017 – 31,940 miles
  • 2016 – 31,376 miles
  • 2015 – 30,618 miles
  • 2014 – 29,429 miles
  • 2013 – 27,259 miles
  • 2012 – 26,440 miles
  • 2011 – 25,539 miles
  • 2010 – 24,061 miles
  • 2009 – 20,870 miles
  • 2008 – 18,691 miles
  • 2007 – 15,076 miles
  • 2006 – 12,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,179 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))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 Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,179 miles (+62)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    81,179 miles
    Test number
    831077039158
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail81,117 miles (+1,364)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,117 miles
    Test number
    453163453334
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leaking and engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Engine misfiring (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,753 miles (+2,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    79,753 miles
    Test number
    930640707200
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis and suspension corroded

  4. Pass76,858 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,858 miles
    Test number
    250509857908
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail76,858 miles (+3,899)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,858 miles
    Test number
    712940952375
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass72,959 miles (+6,648)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    72,959 miles
    Test number
    153316973750
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass66,311 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    901110246372
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  8. Fail66,311 miles (+5,145)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    146916342763
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  9. Pass61,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,166 miles
    Test number
    598671705688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail61,166 miles (+2,090)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,166 miles
    Test number
    433510124423
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass59,076 miles (+7,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    59,076 miles
    Test number
    332769695161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass51,586 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,586 miles
    Test number
    317962329392
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mounting welds broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail51,585 miles (+11,026)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,585 miles
    Test number
    101275977469
    • MajorBrake servo damaged and function impaired servo hose split and leaking in 2 places (1.1.3 (e))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo hose (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mounting welds broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass40,559 miles (+8,619)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,559 miles
    Test number
    278137978439
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass31,940 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,940 miles
    Test number
    217741692357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,376 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    31,376 miles
    Test number
    544643226396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    30,618 miles
    Test number
    149393125256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,618 miles (+1,189)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,618 miles
    Test number
    347213025409
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass29,429 miles (+2,170)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,429 miles
    Test number
    575345224278
    • NoteFront exhaust mount corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking around tread

  20. Pass27,259 miles (+819)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,259 miles
    Test number
    317945423244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,440 miles (+901)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,440 miles
    Test number
    295381122214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,539 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,539 miles
    Test number
    965506211212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,061 miles (+3,191)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,061 miles
    Test number
    330978530255
    • NoteBoth front tyres are slightly perished

  24. Pass20,870 miles (+2,179)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,870 miles
    Test number
    382092729466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,691 miles (+3,615)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,691 miles
    Test number
    962845748241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,076 miles (+2,649)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    15,076 miles
    Test number
    634563797156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    12,427 miles
    Test number
    441698796110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 GDJ

Does J8 GDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 GDJ is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 GDJ?
The MOT on J8 GDJ is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 GDJ done?
J8 GDJ was recorded at 81,179 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 3,402 miles a year.
Has J8 GDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 GDJ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 GDJ 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 J8 GDJ find?
J8 GDJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn inner edge, and 4 more.

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