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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T189 LKJMOT history

T189 LKJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2024
Mileage
123,618 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T189 LKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T189 LKJ was last recorded at 123,618 miles on 22 Feb 2023, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,514 miles · 17 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
5,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,618 miles
  • 2022 – 114,589 miles
  • 2019 – 113,673 miles
  • 2017 – 113,569 miles
  • 2016 – 104,781 miles
  • 2015 – 99,729 miles
  • 2014 – 94,873 miles
  • 2013 – 89,607 miles
  • 2012 – 84,693 miles
  • 2011 – 79,059 miles
  • 2010 – 77,276 miles
  • 2009 – 59,724 miles
  • 2007 – 46,684 miles
  • 2006 – 33,831 miles
  • 2005 – 29,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,618 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And mount inscure (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Possibly manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (195/65 15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake effort lower
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE BADLY WORN ON INER EDGE

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,618 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,618 miles
    Test number
    224618247457
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And mount inscure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Possibly manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (195/65 15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake effort lower
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail123,618 miles (+104)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,618 miles
    Test number
    216700180573
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And mount inscure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Possibly manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (195/65 15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake effort lower
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail123,514 miles (+8,925)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,514 miles
    Test number
    458305391136
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass114,589 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    114,589 miles
    Test number
    862267669134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,673 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,673 miles
    Test number
    728668703890
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt and buckle not fitted a time of test
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively Power steering belt; borderline (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded; borderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded Heavy corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbing; 2.2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box hanger corroded

  6. Fail113,673 miles (+104)1 repaired1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,673 miles
    Test number
    611702070329
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt and buckle not fitted a time of test
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively Power steering belt; borderline (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded; borderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded Heavy corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbing; 2.2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box hanger corroded

  7. Pass113,569 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,569 miles
    Test number
    695774075244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,567 miles (+8,786)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,567 miles
    Test number
    604324032976
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass104,781 miles (+5,052)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,781 miles
    Test number
    632536514562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    99,729 miles
    Test number
    546809935173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail99,729 miles (+4,856)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,729 miles
    Test number
    738749735148
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass94,873 miles (+5,266)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,873 miles
    Test number
    225612844143
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding

  13. Fail89,607 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,607 miles
    Test number
    588212953146
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass89,607 miles (+4,914)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,607 miles
    Test number
    768212653172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,693 miles (+140)1 dangerous5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    84,693 miles
    Test number
    387631782119
    • DangerousOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE BADLY WORN ON INER EDGE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCENTER EXHUST MOUNT SNAPPED
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE BADLY PERISHED

  16. Fail84,553 miles (+5,494)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,553 miles
    Test number
    916624972107
    • DangerousOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE BADLY WORN ON INER EDGE
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCENTER EXHUST MOUNT SNAPPED
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE BADLY PERISHED

  17. Pass79,059 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,059 miles
    Test number
    335711381169
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT INNER CV gaitor is insecure
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR brake disc is corroded
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR brake is slightly binding

  18. Fail79,059 miles (+1,783)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,059 miles
    Test number
    845721181182
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT INNER CV gaitor is insecure
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR brake disc is corroded
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR brake is slightly binding

  19. Pass77,276 miles (+7,450)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    77,276 miles
    Test number
    513539490290
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass69,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    131606830440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,826 miles (+10,102)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    700776830071
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteLower engine cover in poor condition

  22. Pass59,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,724 miles
    Test number
    690567939097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,724 miles (+13,040)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,724 miles
    Test number
    714467639038
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass46,684 miles (+12,853)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    46,684 miles
    Test number
    470493507410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,831 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,831 miles
    Test number
    541408026239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    29,329 miles
    Test number
    851728195224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T189 LKJ

Does T189 LKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T189 LKJ expired on 24 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T189 LKJ?
The MOT on T189 LKJ expired on 24 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T189 LKJ done?
T189 LKJ was recorded at 123,618 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2023, an average of 5,441 miles a year.
Has T189 LKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T189 LKJ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T189 LKJ 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 T189 LKJ find?
T189 LKJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2023 with 11 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and mount inscure; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases possibly manifold area; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes, and 8 more.

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