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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T262 NKJMOT history

T262 NKJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2024
Mileage
167,862 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T262 NKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T262 NKJ was last recorded at 167,862 miles on 25 Mar 2024, 6,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,790 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,072 miles
Average per year
5,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 167,862 miles
  • 2023 – 161,790 miles
  • 2022 – 152,645 miles
  • 2021 – 148,109 miles
  • 2020 – 145,795 miles
  • 2019 – 141,858 miles
  • 2018 – 137,346 miles
  • 2017 – 133,079 miles
  • 2016 – 127,651 miles
  • 2015 – 121,906 miles
  • 2014 – 115,882 miles
  • 2013 – 110,127 miles
  • 2012 – 103,859 miles
  • 2011 – 97,070 miles
  • 2010 – 90,651 miles
  • 2009 – 84,264 miles
  • 2008 – 77,429 miles
  • 2007 – 70,005 miles
  • 2006 – 62,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail167,862 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blade defective

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail167,862 miles (+6,072)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,862 miles
    Test number
    148291870453
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade defective

  2. Pass161,790 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    161,790 miles
    Test number
    217199302347
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail161,780 miles (+9,135)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,780 miles
    Test number
    226921714475
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass152,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    152,645 miles
    Test number
    469135071756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail152,640 miles (+4,531)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,640 miles
    Test number
    402867572524
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass148,109 miles (+10)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    148,109 miles
    Test number
    519331447229
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front ...only just acceptable (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer sills corroded

  7. Fail148,099 miles (+2,304)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,099 miles
    Test number
    783575753260
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front ...only just acceptable (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer sills corroded

  8. Pass145,795 miles (+3,937)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    145,795 miles
    Test number
    923382031980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension components

  9. Pass141,858 miles (+4,512)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    141,858 miles
    Test number
    993007870205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti roll bar bushes worn offside front and nearside front
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam heavily corroded offside rear

  10. Pass137,346 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    137,346 miles
    Test number
    478463170639
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension mountings worn
    • AdvisorySigns of rear brakes getting hot
    • AdvisorySome wear to the front anti roll bar link bushes
    • AdvisorySome wear to the front anti roll bar link bushes

  11. Fail137,334 miles (+4,255)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,334 miles
    Test number
    341596351634
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension mountings worn
    • AdvisorySigns of rear brakes getting hot
    • AdvisorySome wear to the front anti roll bar link bushes
    • AdvisorySome wear to the front anti roll bar link bushes

  12. Pass133,079 miles (+5,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    133,079 miles
    Test number
    664517793662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm wearing to inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm wearing to inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass127,651 miles (+5,745)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,651 miles
    Test number
    749663609309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,906 miles (+6,024)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,906 miles
    Test number
    687336155019
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  15. Fail115,882 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,882 miles
    Test number
    148731554039
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak.
    • NoteScreen marked.

  16. Pass115,882 miles (+5,755)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    115,882 miles
    Test number
    428681654013
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak.
    • NoteScreen marked.

  17. Pass110,127 miles (+6,268)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    110,127 miles
    Test number
    546594963016
    • NoteEmissions only just passedkk
    • NoteEngine appears to be running poorly at idle and will require attention.
    • NoteScreen marked by wipers.
    • NoteN/s/r shock absorber deteriorated.

  18. Pass103,859 miles (+6,789)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    103,859 miles
    Test number
    815379962066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteScreen marked.

  19. Pass97,070 miles (+6,419)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,070 miles
    Test number
    346487861016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass90,651 miles (+6,387)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,651 miles
    Test number
    813072160026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass84,264 miles (+6,835)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    84,264 miles
    Test number
    630300379074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,429 miles
    Test number
    411268158015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,429 miles (+7,424)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,429 miles
    Test number
    911398158003
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass70,005 miles (+7,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    70,005 miles
    Test number
    171887567404
    • 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)

  25. Pass62,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,783 miles
    Test number
    854088166079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T262 NKJ

Does T262 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T262 NKJ expired on 20 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T262 NKJ?
The MOT on T262 NKJ expired on 20 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T262 NKJ done?
T262 NKJ was recorded at 167,862 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2024, an average of 5,823 miles a year.
Has T262 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T262 NKJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T262 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 T262 NKJ find?
T262 NKJ failed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2024 with 10 major defects and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 15 more.

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