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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T203 WYJMOT history

T203 WYJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
117,170 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T203 WYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T203 WYJ was last recorded at 117,170 miles on 15 Nov 2025, 156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,014 miles · 16 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
156 miles
Average per year
3,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,170 miles
  • 2024 – 117,014 miles
  • 2023 – 117,001 miles
  • 2022 – 116,956 miles
  • 2021 – 116,634 miles
  • 2020 – 116,456 miles
  • 2019 – 115,541 miles
  • 2018 – 114,250 miles
  • 2017 – 111,650 miles
  • 2016 – 106,971 miles
  • 2015 – 102,431 miles
  • 2014 – 99,059 miles
  • 2013 – 96,111 miles
  • 2012 – 92,259 miles
  • 2011 – 83,133 miles
  • 2010 – 77,806 miles
  • 2009 – 73,104 miles
  • 2008 – 66,768 miles
  • 2007 – 61,199 miles
  • 2006 – 55,852 miles
  • 2005 – 50,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,170 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,170 miles (+156)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    117,170 miles
    Test number
    710475492227
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass117,014 miles (+13)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,014 miles
    Test number
    735203971672
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle corroded slightly

  3. Pass117,001 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,001 miles
    Test number
    293270167319
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass116,956 miles (+322)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,956 miles
    Test number
    766005481474
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass116,634 miles (+178)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,634 miles
    Test number
    218310146590
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass116,456 miles (+915)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,456 miles
    Test number
    778672837203
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass115,541 miles (+1,291)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,541 miles
    Test number
    807157319083
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,250 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,250 miles
    Test number
    692647507600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,650 miles (+4,679)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    111,650 miles
    Test number
    266617249863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,971 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    106,971 miles
    Test number
    581088334783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,431 miles (+3,372)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,431 miles
    Test number
    976818168428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,059 miles (+2,948)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,059 miles
    Test number
    255446314367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,111 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,111 miles
    Test number
    408717113341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,068 miles (+3,809)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,068 miles
    Test number
    795922313397
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass92,259 miles (+9,126)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    92,259 miles
    Test number
    619269812323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,133 miles (+5,327)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,133 miles
    Test number
    565371981203
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass77,806 miles (+4,702)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    250191610232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrishing

  18. Pass73,104 miles (+6,336)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,104 miles
    Test number
    654073309209
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear & nearside front tyre sidewalls perishing

  19. Pass66,768 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    66,768 miles
    Test number
    814955278164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,377 miles (+5,178)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,377 miles
    Test number
    261094358189
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  21. Pass61,199 miles (+5,347)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,199 miles
    Test number
    952899177146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,852 miles (+5,056)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,852 miles
    Test number
    431543206228
    • NoteBoth inner driveshaft boots loose & leaking

  23. Fail50,796 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,796 miles
    Test number
    913357025236
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag lamp stays on....
    • NoteWindscreen stonechipped....

  24. Pass50,796 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    50,796 miles
    Test number
    990377125256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag lamp stays on....
    • NoteWindscreen stonechipped....

Questions about T203 WYJ

Does T203 WYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T203 WYJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T203 WYJ?
The MOT on T203 WYJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T203 WYJ done?
T203 WYJ was recorded at 117,170 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2025, an average of 3,277 miles a year.
Has T203 WYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T203 WYJ has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2013.
Has the mileage on T203 WYJ 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 T203 WYJ find?
T203 WYJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 6 more.

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