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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T220 JLSMOT history

T220 JLS is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 296,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
296,122 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
9,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T220 JLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T220 JLS was last recorded at 296,122 miles on 5 May 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
296,099 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
9,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 296,122 miles
  • 2025 – 293,956 miles
  • 2024 – 290,407 miles
  • 2023 – 286,543 miles
  • 2022 – 283,189 miles
  • 2021 – 283,121 miles
  • 2020 – 277,776 miles
  • 2019 – 266,669 miles
  • 2018 – 256,113 miles
  • 2017 – 245,799 miles
  • 2016 – 235,825 miles
  • 2015 – 224,695 miles
  • 2014 – 213,562 miles
  • 2013 – 203,456 miles
  • 2012 – 185,655 miles
  • 2011 – 158,796 miles
  • 2010 – 146,688 miles
  • 2009 – 137,547 miles
  • 2008 – 127,898 miles
  • 2007 – 118,365 miles
  • 2006 – 105,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass296,122 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front outer sillRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass296,122 miles (+23)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    296,122 miles
    Test number
    807472595076
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail296,099 miles (+2,143)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    296,099 miles
    Test number
    902135822486
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass293,956 miles (+119)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    293,956 miles
    Test number
    768612882202
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front outer sill

  4. Fail293,837 miles (+3,430)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,837 miles
    Test number
    387790102247
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front outer sill

  5. Pass290,407 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    290,407 miles
    Test number
    698233938845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail290,298 miles (+3,755)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    290,298 miles
    Test number
    234000236916
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass286,543 miles (+59)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    286,543 miles
    Test number
    584550118649
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail286,484 miles (+3,295)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,484 miles
    Test number
    732039724755
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass283,189 miles (+68)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    283,189 miles
    Test number
    423592942604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting in wheel arches
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met requirements (16%) may need some adjustment/repair
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass283,121 miles (+5,345)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    283,121 miles
    Test number
    286825914429
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting in outer sills/wings
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Pass277,776 miles (+138)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    277,776 miles
    Test number
    574296229152
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front outer sill
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Fail277,638 miles (+10,969)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,638 miles
    Test number
    118888461560
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front outer sill
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  13. Pass266,669 miles (+10,556)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    266,669 miles
    Test number
    136714446257
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass256,113 miles (+198)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    256,113 miles
    Test number
    843837037414
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake showing signs of over heating
    • AdvisorySoot around turbo
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail255,915 miles (+10,116)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,915 miles
    Test number
    421581361902
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake showing signs of over heating
    • AdvisorySoot around turbo
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass245,799 miles (+152)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    245,799 miles
    Test number
    760555737810
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance Bulb dim (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail245,647 miles (+9,822)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,647 miles
    Test number
    363200282181
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance Bulb dim (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance Bulb dim (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass235,825 miles (+37)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    235,825 miles
    Test number
    761849917581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail235,788 miles (+11,093)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,788 miles
    Test number
    119564183185
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass224,695 miles (+109)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    224,695 miles
    Test number
    629392475014
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Fail224,586 miles (+11,024)5 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,586 miles
    Test number
    849600675007
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass213,562 miles (+10,106)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    213,562 miles
    Test number
    689619354012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass203,456 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    203,456 miles
    Test number
    885284673074
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  24. Fail203,456 miles (+17,801)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,456 miles
    Test number
    145414173411
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  25. Pass185,655 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    185,655 miles
    Test number
    447891782019
    • NoteBattery loose
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront suspension bottom arm bushes weak

  26. Fail185,655 miles (+26,859)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,655 miles
    Test number
    209651882058
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery loose
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront suspension bottom arm bushes weak

  27. Pass158,796 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    158,796 miles
    Test number
    346986171043
    • NoteOffside front strut top slight wear
    • NoteOffside headlight glass broken

  28. Fail158,796 miles (+12,108)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,796 miles
    Test number
    156696571055
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front strut top slight wear
    • NoteOffside headlight glass broken

  29. Pass146,688 miles (+9,141)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    146,688 miles
    Test number
    401853780019
    • NoteBoth front tyres are under inflated
    • NoteChild seats fitted to rear seat
    • NoteEngine cover fitted
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm rear bush is debonding
    • NoteN/s/r brake is binding slightly
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake lever is not returning to its stop
    • NoteRear axel bushes are debonding
    • NoteWipers are smeary

  30. Pass137,547 miles (+9,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    137,547 miles
    Test number
    571025719193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass127,898 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    127,898 miles
    Test number
    552160968093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. FailMileage not read3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    523808858081
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass118,365 miles (+12,429)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    118,365 miles
    Test number
    354501547039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass105,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    105,936 miles
    Test number
    110482446424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail105,936 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,936 miles
    Test number
    114492046025
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Questions about T220 JLS

Does T220 JLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T220 JLS is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T220 JLS?
The MOT on T220 JLS is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T220 JLS done?
T220 JLS was recorded at 296,122 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 9,402 miles a year.
Has T220 JLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T220 JLS has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T220 JLS 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 T220 JLS find?
T220 JLS passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust mounting defective; corrosion in offside front outer sill, and 2 more.

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