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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

T23 JFDMOT history

T23 JFD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 146,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
146,066 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 JFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 JFD was last recorded at 146,066 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2023: 129,935 miles, lower than 136,192 miles on 31 Mar 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,066 miles · 30 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,066 miles
  • 2025 – 142,478 miles
  • 2024 – 137,156 miles
  • 2023 – 129,935 miles
  • 2022 – 136,192 miles
  • 2021 – 123,040 miles
  • 2020 – 120,917 miles
  • 2019 – 116,104 miles
  • 2018 – 109,767 miles
  • 2017 – 89,862 miles
  • 2016 – 72,593 miles
  • 2015 – 52,619 miles
  • 2014 – 42,100 miles
  • 2013 – 38,057 miles
  • 2012 – 33,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,066 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front fog light missing and bumper damaged.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front fog light missing and damage to bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Slight scratches to windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    146,066 miles
    Test number
    610814248572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail146,066 miles (+3,588)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,066 miles
    Test number
    173803119171
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working

  3. Pass142,478 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,478 miles
    Test number
    412587044520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail142,476 miles (+5,320)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,476 miles
    Test number
    360663035848
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryYellow airbag light on dash

  5. Pass137,156 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    137,156 miles
    Test number
    290769960523
    • AdvisoryYellow airbag light

  6. Fail137,154 miles (+7,219)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,154 miles
    Test number
    533254897965
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryYellow airbag light

  7. Pass129,935 miles (-6,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,935 miles
    Test number
    379089479983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged webbing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass136,192 miles (+13,152)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,192 miles
    Test number
    369258815359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass123,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,040 miles
    Test number
    711964876746
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail123,040 miles (+2,123)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,040 miles
    Test number
    183667693560
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure both sides (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low dip (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure heatsheild (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass120,917 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    120,917 miles
    Test number
    368391059376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail120,911 miles (+4,807)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,911 miles
    Test number
    607311744760
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass116,104 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    116,104 miles
    Test number
    540554489608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBolt missing from offside headlamp but not leaving lamp insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth upper bolts and fixing brackets missing from nearside headlamp but not leaving headlamp insecure

  14. Fail116,104 miles (+6,337)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,104 miles
    Test number
    488810062935
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBolt missing from offside headlamp but not leaving lamp insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth upper bolts and fixing brackets missing from nearside headlamp but not leaving headlamp insecure

  15. Pass109,767 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,767 miles
    Test number
    413182618457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light missing and bumper damaged.

  16. Fail109,688 miles (+19,826)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,688 miles
    Test number
    195817995800
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light missing and bumper damaged.

  17. Pass89,862 miles (+17,269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,862 miles
    Test number
    410755255956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper broken.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass72,593 miles (+148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,593 miles
    Test number
    643966085227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light missing and damage to bumper
    • AdvisorySlight scratches to windscreen

  19. Fail72,445 miles (+19,826)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,445 miles
    Test number
    940375700225
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light missing and damage to bumper
    • AdvisorySlight scratches to windscreen

  20. Pass52,619 miles (+10,519)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,619 miles
    Test number
    199603665045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,100 miles (+4,043)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,100 miles
    Test number
    879855164030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,057 miles (+4,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,057 miles
    Test number
    307786583083
    • 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)

  23. Pass33,660 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,660 miles
    Test number
    139248482061
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T23 JFD

Does T23 JFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 JFD is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 JFD?
The MOT on T23 JFD is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 JFD done?
T23 JFD was recorded at 146,066 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 8,025 miles a year.
Has T23 JFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 JFD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T23 JFD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T23 JFD find?
T23 JFD passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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