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Volkswagen Golf

Orange · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S78 JJMMOT history

S78 JJM is an orange petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2024.

S78 JJM orange Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2025
Mileage
91,968 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 JJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 JJM was last recorded at 91,968 miles on 17 Jun 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,965 miles · 11 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,968 miles
  • 2023 – 87,137 miles
  • 2022 – 84,766 miles
  • 2021 – 82,356 miles
  • 2020 – 81,732 miles
  • 2019 – 79,574 miles
  • 2018 – 78,279 miles
  • 2017 – 77,102 miles
  • 2016 – 73,730 miles
  • 2014 – 60,885 miles
  • 2013 – 51,020 miles
  • 2012 – 44,764 miles
  • 2011 – 35,504 miles
  • 2009 – 26,800 miles
  • 2008 – 19,213 miles
  • 2007 – 12,939 miles
  • 2006 – 10,591 miles
  • 2005 – 10,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,968 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,968 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,968 miles
    Test number
    245780867973
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail91,965 miles (+4,828)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,965 miles
    Test number
    286564362187
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,137 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    87,137 miles
    Test number
    805364009502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,766 miles (+2,410)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,766 miles
    Test number
    818220380006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,356 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    82,356 miles
    Test number
    501469501836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,732 miles (+2,158)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,732 miles
    Test number
    630905403279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,574 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,574 miles
    Test number
    601532258301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail79,563 miles (+1,284)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,563 miles
    Test number
    861670548528
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure Under Bonnet (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Is Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Middle Box Bracket Is Broken But Still System Is Secured With other Brackets
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  9. Pass78,279 miles (+1,177)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,279 miles
    Test number
    697257186647
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Wishbone Bushes Are Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Is Corroded & Middle Box Bracket Is Broken But Still System Is Secured
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Is Perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil N/S/R & O/S/F (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To Inspect Testable Item

  10. Pass77,102 miles (+3,372)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,102 miles
    Test number
    152772229180
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of a possible small fuel leak at fuel filter none seen at time of test advise investigation
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  11. Pass73,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,730 miles
    Test number
    574460834876
    • 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)

  12. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    218139755070
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rocker cover

  13. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    649849055071
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rocker cover

  14. Pass60,885 miles (+9,865)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,885 miles
    Test number
    229577804439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,020 miles (+6,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,020 miles
    Test number
    498886943036
    • 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)

  16. Pass44,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,764 miles
    Test number
    606901122133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,764 miles (+9,260)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,764 miles
    Test number
    265411122198
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass35,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,504 miles
    Test number
    447562411004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,504 miles (+8,704)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,504 miles
    Test number
    987222911058
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass26,800 miles (+7,587)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,800 miles
    Test number
    764404849343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass19,213 miles (+6,274)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,213 miles
    Test number
    941217248321
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on side wall
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres wearing on inner edges

  22. Pass12,939 miles (+2,348)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    12,939 miles
    Test number
    222684347387
    • NoteAll four tyres have various ripples to i/o/walls

  23. Pass10,591 miles (+584)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    10,591 miles
    Test number
    293758336374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    10,007 miles
    Test number
    931417785203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 JJM

Does S78 JJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S78 JJM expired on 16 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S78 JJM?
The MOT on S78 JJM expired on 16 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S78 JJM done?
S78 JJM was recorded at 91,968 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2024, an average of 4,389 miles a year.
Has S78 JJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 JJM has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S78 JJM 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 S78 JJM find?
S78 JJM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2024 with 1 advisory: rear coil spring corroded.

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