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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,792 cc

P490 SJDMOT history

P490 SJD is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 101,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

P490 SJD green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
101,505 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P490 SJD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
7 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P490 SJD was last recorded at 101,505 miles on 8 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,505 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,505 miles
  • 2024 – 101,016 miles
  • 2023 – 100,097 miles
  • 2009 – 95,572 miles
  • 2008 – 90,404 miles
  • 2007 – 81,464 miles
  • 2006 – 73,945 miles
  • 2005 – 68,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,505 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAbs removedRecorded 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.

  • Power steering pipes rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,505 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,505 miles
    Test number
    602188274967
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAbs removed

  2. Fail101,505 miles (+489)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,505 miles
    Test number
    791334059779
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAbs removed

  3. Pass101,016 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    101,016 miles
    Test number
    256537705826
    • AdvisoryAbs removed
    • AdvisoryBrake discs rusted
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses condition
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe slightly rusted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes rusted

  4. Fail101,016 miles (+919)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,016 miles
    Test number
    461598979509
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Side repeater not working nearside and offside (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes rusted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusted

  5. Pass100,097 miles (+10)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    100,097 miles
    Test number
    522038069658
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail100,087 miles (+4,515)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,087 miles
    Test number
    283132109038
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail95,572 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,572 miles
    Test number
    310969409357
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front struts corroded

  8. Pass95,572 miles (+5,168)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    95,572 miles
    Test number
    774779509353
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front struts corroded

  9. Pass90,404 miles (+8,940)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    90,404 miles
    Test number
    454899718300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass81,464 miles (+7,519)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    81,464 miles
    Test number
    654172637384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass73,945 miles (+5,798)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    73,945 miles
    Test number
    114323906320
    • NoteFront tyres low †exhaust baffles noisy? †n/s head lamp stone chipped

  12. Pass68,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    68,147 miles
    Test number
    900946315320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P490 SJD

Does P490 SJD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P490 SJD is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P490 SJD?
The MOT on P490 SJD is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P490 SJD done?
P490 SJD was recorded at 101,505 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 1,628 miles a year.
Has P490 SJD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P490 SJD has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P490 SJD 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 P490 SJD find?
P490 SJD passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted; abs removed.

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