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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T245 NKJMOT history

T245 NKJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 166,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2026
Mileage
166,712 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 NKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T245 NKJ was last recorded at 166,712 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,711 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,712 miles
  • 2024 – 159,993 miles
  • 2023 – 153,468 miles
  • 2022 – 147,648 miles
  • 2020 – 141,671 miles
  • 2019 – 134,141 miles
  • 2018 – 125,567 miles
  • 2017 – 119,857 miles
  • 2016 – 113,816 miles
  • 2015 – 109,500 miles
  • 2014 – 105,927 miles
  • 2013 – 98,429 miles
  • 2012 – 90,874 miles
  • 2011 – 85,152 miles
  • 2010 – 80,820 miles
  • 2009 – 76,699 miles
  • 2008 – 71,363 miles
  • 2007 – 64,046 miles
  • 2006 – 57,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,712 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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,712 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    166,712 miles
    Test number
    108665599843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail166,711 miles (+6,718)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,711 miles
    Test number
    567292486364
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass159,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    159,993 miles
    Test number
    817458190034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail159,993 miles (+6,525)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,993 miles
    Test number
    912227885512
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass153,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    153,468 miles
    Test number
    302615380675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail153,468 miles (+5,820)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,468 miles
    Test number
    156136012164
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

  7. Pass147,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    147,648 miles
    Test number
    881958469323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail147,648 miles (+5,977)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,648 miles
    Test number
    909318447335
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass141,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,671 miles
    Test number
    689098687816
    • AdvisoryNearside play in steering rack

  10. Fail141,671 miles (+7,530)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,671 miles
    Test number
    439202198752
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside play in steering rack

  11. Pass134,141 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,141 miles
    Test number
    485298984467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail134,140 miles (+8,573)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,140 miles
    Test number
    741886993704
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass125,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,567 miles
    Test number
    739132194816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,567 miles (+5,710)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,567 miles
    Test number
    932342541331
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass119,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    119,857 miles
    Test number
    677100718195
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail119,857 miles (+6,041)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,857 miles
    Test number
    247777187183
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported mount broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort handbrake (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  17. Pass113,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,816 miles
    Test number
    587749930316
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished and worn low inner edge

  18. Fail113,816 miles (+4,316)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,816 miles
    Test number
    635252285240
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished and worn low inner edge

  19. Pass109,500 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,500 miles
    Test number
    717862745649
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and n/s/r damage to inner wall
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes poor

  20. Fail109,486 miles (+3,559)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,486 miles
    Test number
    749180552997
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and n/s/r damage to inner wall
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes poor

  21. Pass105,927 miles (+7,498)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    105,927 miles
    Test number
    327667364253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and cracked
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring slightly corroded

  22. Pass98,429 miles8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    98,429 miles
    Test number
    477726653227
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Fail98,428 miles (+7,554)1 failure8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,428 miles
    Test number
    487056753269
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass90,874 miles (+5,722)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,874 miles
    Test number
    347932752288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,152 miles (+4,332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,152 miles
    Test number
    329123261490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass80,820 miles (+4,121)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    80,820 miles
    Test number
    690248760233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass76,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,699 miles
    Test number
    351297149294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,699 miles (+5,336)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,699 miles
    Test number
    780167949258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass71,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    71,363 miles
    Test number
    833596258210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail71,363 miles (+7,317)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,363 miles
    Test number
    184016258234
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  31. Pass64,046 miles (+6,077)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    461580727299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass57,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    57,969 miles
    Test number
    521437616366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail57,969 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,969 miles
    Test number
    344687716341
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T245 NKJ

Does T245 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T245 NKJ expired on 26 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T245 NKJ?
The MOT on T245 NKJ expired on 26 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T245 NKJ done?
T245 NKJ was recorded at 166,712 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 5,945 miles a year.
Has T245 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 NKJ has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T245 NKJ 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 NKJ find?
T245 NKJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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