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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T165 BJOMOT history

T165 BJO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 48,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
48,586 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T165 BJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T165 BJO was last recorded at 48,586 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,586 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,586 miles
  • 2024 – 44,935 miles
  • 2023 – 41,161 miles
  • 2022 – 39,802 miles
  • 2021 – 38,297 miles
  • 2020 – 36,163 miles
  • 2019 – 33,592 miles
  • 2018 – 31,634 miles
  • 2016 – 27,188 miles
  • 2015 – 23,960 miles
  • 2014 – 18,695 miles
  • 2013 – 13,564 miles
  • 2012 – 11,259 miles
  • 2011 – 10,596 miles
  • 2010 – 9,678 miles
  • 2009 – 8,960 miles
  • 2008 – 8,275 miles
  • 2007 – 7,768 miles
  • 2006 – 7,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,586 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Central Front Exhaust mounting defective flange joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened complete

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,586 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    48,586 miles
    Test number
    759161344314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail48,586 miles (+3,651)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,586 miles
    Test number
    265353095963
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass44,935 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    44,935 miles
    Test number
    430154049273
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective flange joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened complete (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail44,935 miles (+3,774)4 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,935 miles
    Test number
    645285720742
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective flange joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened complete (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass41,161 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    41,161 miles
    Test number
    383234349069
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rear most to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside( rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail41,161 miles (+1,359)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,161 miles
    Test number
    998355264575
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rear most to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside( rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass39,802 miles (+1,505)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    39,802 miles
    Test number
    776277334433
    • MinorOffside Front Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (rear most) (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper slight movement in top strut mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass38,297 miles (+2,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    38,297 miles
    Test number
    198864748812
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust support broken but system is still supported

  9. Pass36,163 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    36,163 miles
    Test number
    692244123027
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail36,163 miles (+2,571)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,163 miles
    Test number
    719400515970
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass33,592 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,592 miles
    Test number
    741541216641
    • AdvisoryBoth inner front gaitors leaking grease
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre mount rusted off
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Fail33,592 miles (+1,958)2 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,592 miles
    Test number
    887187921672
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 53% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner front gaitors leaking grease
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre mount rusted off
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass31,634 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    31,634 miles
    Test number
    572264348960
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre pipe mount rusted off but adequately supported
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on outer edge and close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Fail31,634 miles (+4,446)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,634 miles
    Test number
    555990671485
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre pipe mount rusted off but adequately supported
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on outer edge and close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass27,188 miles (+3,228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    27,188 miles
    Test number
    921183605063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass23,960 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,960 miles
    Test number
    886616525100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,695 miles (+5,131)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,695 miles
    Test number
    538256524138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,564 miles (+2,305)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    13,564 miles
    Test number
    565401423130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • 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)

  19. Pass11,259 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    11,259 miles
    Test number
    249603302184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail10,596 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,596 miles
    Test number
    215392101194
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass10,596 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    10,596 miles
    Test number
    608272301119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail9,678 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,678 miles
    Test number
    151326190453
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

  23. Pass9,678 miles (+718)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    9,678 miles
    Test number
    871206590068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,960 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    8,960 miles
    Test number
    252096809164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,275 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    8,275 miles
    Test number
    741550108120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,768 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    7,768 miles
    Test number
    254492807430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass7,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    7,081 miles
    Test number
    102062306103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail7,081 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,081 miles
    Test number
    723052306125
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Questions about T165 BJO

Does T165 BJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T165 BJO is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T165 BJO?
The MOT on T165 BJO is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T165 BJO done?
T165 BJO was recorded at 48,586 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 2,130 miles a year.
Has T165 BJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T165 BJO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T165 BJO 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 T165 BJO find?
T165 BJO passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front outer sill damaged, and 5 more.

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