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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

J9 WSHMOT history

J9 WSH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 128,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

J9 WSH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
128,191 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 WSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 WSH was last recorded at 128,191 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 10,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,729 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,462 miles
Average per year
5,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,191 miles
  • 2025 – 117,729 miles
  • 2024 – 106,318 miles
  • 2023 – 96,121 miles
  • 2022 – 84,874 miles
  • 2021 – 80,919 miles
  • 2020 – 78,670 miles
  • 2019 – 76,873 miles
  • 2018 – 75,140 miles
  • 2017 – 73,375 miles
  • 2016 – 71,247 miles
  • 2015 – 66,744 miles
  • 2014 – 63,694 miles
  • 2013 – 57,273 miles
  • 2012 – 52,105 miles
  • 2011 – 45,585 miles
  • 2010 – 39,442 miles
  • 2009 – 34,830 miles
  • 2008 – 28,215 miles
  • 2007 – 22,369 miles
  • 2006 – 16,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,191 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension components flaking/corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both front tyres worn on outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,191 miles (+10,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    128,191 miles
    Test number
    228212726057
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components flaking/corroded

  2. Pass117,729 miles (+11,411)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    117,729 miles
    Test number
    871449718373
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components flaking/corroded

  3. Pass106,318 miles (+10,197)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    106,318 miles
    Test number
    999903047914
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension components flaking/corroded

  4. Pass96,121 miles (+11,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,121 miles
    Test number
    119064250046
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass84,874 miles (+3,955)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    84,874 miles
    Test number
    853640007038
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass80,919 miles (+2,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,919 miles
    Test number
    210576238208
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass78,670 miles (+1,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,670 miles
    Test number
    272570402337
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexi's (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass76,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,873 miles
    Test number
    495478636260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,873 miles (+1,733)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,873 miles
    Test number
    646041405194
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  10. Pass75,140 miles (+1,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    75,140 miles
    Test number
    632303556010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm rear bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs badly worn and corroded

  11. Pass73,375 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,375 miles
    Test number
    733719689629
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  12. Fail73,375 miles (+2,128)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,375 miles
    Test number
    366966223106
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  13. Pass71,247 miles (+4,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,247 miles
    Test number
    525580483758
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn and corroded

  14. Pass66,744 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,744 miles
    Test number
    555200885172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,694 miles
    Test number
    249344554161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,694 miles (+6,421)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,694 miles
    Test number
    227113154420
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass57,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,273 miles
    Test number
    627057453113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,273 miles (+5,168)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,273 miles
    Test number
    728057353130
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass52,105 miles (+6,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,105 miles
    Test number
    268813362443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass45,585 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,585 miles
    Test number
    255725041450
    • NoteN/S/F suspension arm rear bush deteriorated
    • NoteO/S/F suspension arm rear bush deteriorated

  21. Fail45,585 miles (+6,143)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,585 miles
    Test number
    517685141158
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteN/S/F suspension arm rear bush deteriorated
    • NoteO/S/F suspension arm rear bush deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  22. Pass39,442 miles (+4,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,442 miles
    Test number
    834519600163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass34,830 miles (+6,615)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    34,830 miles
    Test number
    944057419111
    • NoteFront numberplate

  24. Pass28,215 miles (+5,846)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,215 miles
    Test number
    522638388021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,369 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    824054397026
    • NoteAs previous test

  26. Fail22,360 miles (+5,459)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,360 miles
    Test number
    334072997088
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass16,901 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    16,901 miles
    Test number
    221445216106
    • NoteN/s front tyre and both rear tyres worn on inside edge
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about J9 WSH

Does J9 WSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 WSH is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 WSH?
The MOT on J9 WSH is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 WSH done?
J9 WSH was recorded at 128,191 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 5,435 miles a year.
Has J9 WSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 WSH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on J9 WSH 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 J9 WSH find?
J9 WSH passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased; suspension components flaking/corroded.

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