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Black · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2017 · 1,395 cc

R8 TNJMOT history

R8 TNJ is a black hybrid electric (clean) Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 76,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

R8 TNJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
76,679 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R8 TNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
11 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R8 TNJ was last recorded at 76,679 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,678 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,679 miles
  • 2025 – 72,349 miles
  • 2024 – 66,952 miles
  • 2023 – 61,232 miles
  • 2022 – 56,082 miles
  • 2021 – 49,794 miles
  • 2020 – 46,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,679 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 8 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,679 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    76,679 miles
    Test number
    820678375693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail76,678 miles (+4,329)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,678 miles
    Test number
    795301512434
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass72,349 miles (+5,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,349 miles
    Test number
    313348178406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass66,952 miles (+5,720)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    66,952 miles
    Test number
    968082975972
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass61,232 miles (+5,150)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,232 miles
    Test number
    681661694021
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrodes (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass56,082 miles (+6,288)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    56,082 miles
    Test number
    403985879236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,794 miles (+3,051)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    49,794 miles
    Test number
    352736468657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,743 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    46,743 miles
    Test number
    727690662609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail46,738 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,738 miles
    Test number
    515075043189
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about R8 TNJ

Does R8 TNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R8 TNJ is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R8 TNJ?
The MOT on R8 TNJ is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R8 TNJ done?
R8 TNJ was recorded at 76,679 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,000 miles a year.
Has R8 TNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R8 TNJ has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R8 TNJ 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 R8 TNJ find?
R8 TNJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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