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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T245 JGNMOT history

T245 JGN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 126,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
126,412 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 JGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T245 JGN was last recorded at 126,412 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,393 miles · 13 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
3,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,412 miles
  • 2024 – 126,393 miles
  • 2023 – 126,334 miles
  • 2022 – 125,837 miles
  • 2021 – 124,631 miles
  • 2020 – 124,201 miles
  • 2019 – 123,364 miles
  • 2018 – 121,086 miles
  • 2017 – 118,715 miles
  • 2016 – 113,994 miles
  • 2015 – 107,858 miles
  • 2014 – 100,576 miles
  • 2013 – 94,650 miles
  • 2012 – 90,080 miles
  • 2011 – 84,973 miles
  • 2010 – 81,542 miles
  • 2009 – 76,229 miles
  • 2008 – 71,931 miles
  • 2007 – 66,023 miles
  • 2006 – 56,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,412 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryBrake pad light on dash on but pads all look ok ?
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pad light on but pads ok

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,412 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    126,412 miles
    Test number
    199231666722
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on dash on but pads all look ok ?
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  2. Fail126,412 miles (+19)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,412 miles
    Test number
    215569642570
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on dash on but pads all look ok ?
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  3. Pass126,393 miles (+59)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    571385715846
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  4. Pass126,334 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    126,334 miles
    Test number
    737394707395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on but pads ok
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  5. Fail126,334 miles (+497)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,334 miles
    Test number
    299739675986
    • DangerousCentral Front Undertray likely to become detached under car (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on but pads ok
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  6. Pass125,837 miles (+1,206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,837 miles
    Test number
    481907859913
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  7. Pass124,631 miles (+430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,631 miles
    Test number
    273409824377
    • AdvisoryBrake hoses perishing,ferrules,suspension mounts/components corroded

  8. Pass124,201 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,201 miles
    Test number
    234756474842
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail124,201 miles (+837)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,201 miles
    Test number
    649081686376
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass123,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    123,364 miles
    Test number
    201887058504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded

  11. Fail123,364 miles (+2,278)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,364 miles
    Test number
    393982539476
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded

  12. Pass121,086 miles (+2,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,086 miles
    Test number
    883906012810
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass118,715 miles (+4,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,715 miles
    Test number
    731848116843
    • AdvisoryPlay front top shock mounts

  14. Pass113,994 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,994 miles
    Test number
    493469312566
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  15. Fail113,994 miles (+6,136)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,994 miles
    Test number
    894075540350
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  16. Pass107,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    107,858 miles
    Test number
    566358005228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail107,858 miles (+7,282)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,858 miles
    Test number
    219218505276
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak,corrosion to subframes,suspension mounts/arms/coilsprings,servo,ferrules

  18. Pass100,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,576 miles
    Test number
    927981714220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail100,576 miles (+5,926)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,576 miles
    Test number
    416621314211
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail94,650 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,650 miles
    Test number
    307107013299
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCoilsprings corroded

  21. Pass94,650 miles (+4,570)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,650 miles
    Test number
    309037813435
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCoilsprings corroded

  22. Pass90,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    90,080 miles
    Test number
    535575212232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail90,080 miles (+5,107)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,080 miles
    Test number
    155745212235
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low

  24. Pass84,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,973 miles
    Test number
    327350311490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail84,973 miles (+3,431)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,973 miles
    Test number
    225169401231
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on tread

  26. Pass81,542 miles (+5,313)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,542 miles
    Test number
    133554720228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass76,229 miles (+4,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,229 miles
    Test number
    352152219273
    • NoteFront tyres getting low

  28. Pass71,931 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,931 miles
    Test number
    344425408455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,023 miles (+9,131)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    182630927262
    • NoteOffside rear tyre nail in tread
    • NoteWiper motor slow

  30. Pass56,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,892 miles
    Test number
    930006526283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail56,892 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,892 miles
    Test number
    773836626257
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about T245 JGN

Does T245 JGN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T245 JGN expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T245 JGN?
The MOT on T245 JGN expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T245 JGN done?
T245 JGN was recorded at 126,412 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 3,672 miles a year.
Has T245 JGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 JGN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T245 JGN 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 T245 JGN find?
T245 JGN passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; brake pad light on dash on but pads all look ok ?, and 1 more.

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