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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T208 HFJMOT history

T208 HFJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 91,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
91,575 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T208 HFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T208 HFJ was last recorded at 91,575 miles on 11 May 2026, 6,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
84,886 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,689 miles
Average per year
2,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,575 miles
  • 2025 – 84,886 miles
  • 2024 – 82,566 miles
  • 2022 – 82,530 miles
  • 2018 – 82,395 miles
  • 2016 – 82,339 miles
  • 2015 – 81,792 miles
  • 2014 – 80,689 miles
  • 2013 – 78,362 miles
  • 2012 – 76,494 miles
  • 2011 – 73,752 miles
  • 2010 – 71,070 miles
  • 2009 – 67,930 miles
  • 2008 – 63,972 miles
  • 2007 – 59,928 miles
  • 2006 – 55,113 miles
  • 2005 – 50,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,575 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    91,575 miles
    Test number
    588575873646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,575 miles (+6,689)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,575 miles
    Test number
    396171912733
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,886 miles (+2,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    84,886 miles
    Test number
    145920310784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,566 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,566 miles
    Test number
    642867051159
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass82,530 miles (+135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    82,530 miles
    Test number
    435445260676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass82,395 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,395 miles
    Test number
    984170240520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,339 miles
    Test number
    505617156855
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing inbetween tread

  8. Fail82,339 miles (+547)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,339 miles
    Test number
    327283787711
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing inbetween tread

  9. Pass81,792 miles (+1,103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    81,792 miles
    Test number
    731157035491
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Pass80,689 miles (+2,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,689 miles
    Test number
    507270734339
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass78,362 miles (+1,868)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,362 miles
    Test number
    408213023458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,494 miles
    Test number
    556416202339
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail76,494 miles (+2,742)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,494 miles
    Test number
    335656602361
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass73,752 miles (+2,682)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,752 miles
    Test number
    489973211475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,070 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,070 miles
    Test number
    560029620310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,930 miles (+3,958)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    67,930 miles
    Test number
    490798229341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,972 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    63,972 miles
    Test number
    470907218486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,928 miles (+4,815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    59,928 miles
    Test number
    612230827326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass55,113 miles (+4,677)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    55,113 miles
    Test number
    314670626393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    50,436 miles
    Test number
    641475525335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T208 HFJ

Does T208 HFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T208 HFJ is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T208 HFJ?
The MOT on T208 HFJ is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T208 HFJ done?
T208 HFJ was recorded at 91,575 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 2,010 miles a year.
Has T208 HFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T208 HFJ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T208 HFJ 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 T208 HFJ find?
T208 HFJ passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached; offside front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached.

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