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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S779 JMJMOT history

S779 JMJ is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 143,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2022.

S779 JMJ green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2024
Mileage
143,448 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S779 JMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S779 JMJ was last recorded at 143,448 miles on 5 Dec 2022, 7,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,489 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7,959 miles
Average per year
5,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,448 miles
  • 2021 – 135,489 miles
  • 2020 – 126,010 miles
  • 2019 – 112,777 miles
  • 2018 – 103,039 miles
  • 2017 – 93,054 miles
  • 2016 – 87,003 miles
  • 2015 – 82,219 miles
  • 2014 – 77,920 miles
  • 2012 – 73,141 miles
  • 2011 – 68,963 miles
  • 2010 – 63,992 miles
  • 2009 – 59,736 miles
  • 2008 – 54,821 miles
  • 2006 – 48,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,448 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,448 miles (+7,959)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    143,448 miles
    Test number
    940395969387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass135,489 miles (+9,479)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,489 miles
    Test number
    924993528054
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass126,010 miles (+13,233)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,010 miles
    Test number
    101247551174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,777 miles (+9,738)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,777 miles
    Test number
    454695028245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,039 miles (+9,985)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    103,039 miles
    Test number
    605899633298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,054 miles (+6,051)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,054 miles
    Test number
    763876111639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,003 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,003 miles
    Test number
    461360196547
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail87,003 miles (+4,784)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,003 miles
    Test number
    757056084198
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass82,219 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    257288065050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  10. Fail82,219 miles (+4,299)4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    787488665034
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  11. Pass77,920 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    77,920 miles
    Test number
    965110324094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail77,908 miles (+4,767)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,908 miles
    Test number
    298771614054
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass73,141 miles (+4,178)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,141 miles
    Test number
    906115202314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass68,963 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    68,963 miles
    Test number
    267076181215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,992 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,992 miles
    Test number
    212800340435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,736 miles
    Test number
    634738219104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail59,735 miles (+4,914)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,735 miles
    Test number
    144508319177
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass54,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,821 miles
    Test number
    151509058408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,821 miles (+5,940)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,821 miles
    Test number
    720099658035
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass48,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,881 miles
    Test number
    342963666490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S779 JMJ

Does S779 JMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S779 JMJ expired on 1 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S779 JMJ?
The MOT on S779 JMJ expired on 1 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S779 JMJ done?
S779 JMJ was recorded at 143,448 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2022, an average of 5,835 miles a year.
Has S779 JMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S779 JMJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on S779 JMJ 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 S779 JMJ find?
S779 JMJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration, and 1 more.

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