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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T272 JMSMOT history

T272 JMS is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 289,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
289,178 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,439 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T272 JMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T272 JMS was last recorded at 289,178 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
289,126 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
2,439 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 289,178 miles
  • 2024 – 288,076 miles
  • 2023 – 286,405 miles
  • 2022 – 284,683 miles
  • 2021 – 283,551 miles
  • 2020 – 282,803 miles
  • 2019 – 281,510 miles
  • 2018 – 279,453 miles
  • 2017 – 276,708 miles
  • 2016 – 274,125 miles
  • 2015 – 271,760 miles
  • 2014 – 269,567 miles
  • 2013 – 266,865 miles
  • 2012 – 263,231 miles
  • 2011 – 259,247 miles
  • 2010 – 254,691 miles
  • 2009 – 249,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass289,178 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass289,178 miles (+52)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    289,178 miles
    Test number
    136962319895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail289,126 miles (+1,050)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    289,126 miles
    Test number
    365191499609
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass288,076 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    288,076 miles
    Test number
    601927847778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail288,075 miles (+1,670)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,075 miles
    Test number
    975470139023
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass286,405 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    286,405 miles
    Test number
    705616989694
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail286,404 miles (+1,721)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,404 miles
    Test number
    862917319132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system before flexi (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass284,683 miles (+1,132)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    284,683 miles
    Test number
    357011271845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass283,551 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    283,551 miles
    Test number
    482496590988
    • AdvisoryCoolant cap broken/insecure
    • AdvisoryDrive coupling(s) noisy
    • AdvisoryDriver's door upper hinge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill seam damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUneven wear on offside front tyre .
    • AdvisorySteering requires more effort on R/H lock .

  9. Fail283,548 miles (+745)2 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,548 miles
    Test number
    506881656630
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction driver's sun visor removed (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant cap broken/insecure
    • AdvisoryDrive coupling(s) noisy
    • AdvisoryDriver's door upper hinge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill seam damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUneven wear on offside front tyre .
    • AdvisorySteering requires more effort on R/H lock .

  10. Pass282,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    282,803 miles
    Test number
    670567032341
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail282,803 miles (+1,293)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,803 miles
    Test number
    942476305303
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass281,510 miles (+2,057)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    281,510 miles
    Test number
    939420820124
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake tight
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door hinges worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill rusty

  13. Pass279,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    279,453 miles
    Test number
    676178397554
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake just passes

  14. Fail279,453 miles (+2,745)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,453 miles
    Test number
    822985377148
    • DangerousOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass276,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    276,708 miles
    Test number
    208160861213
    • 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)

  16. Fail276,708 miles (+2,583)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,708 miles
    Test number
    877210386954
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  17. Pass274,125 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    274,125 miles
    Test number
    255143446378
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail274,124 miles (+2,364)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,124 miles
    Test number
    278908270278
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass271,760 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    271,760 miles
    Test number
    587662500751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail271,759 miles (+2,192)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,759 miles
    Test number
    259463799284
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort parking (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass269,567 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    269,567 miles
    Test number
    537613534298
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail269,567 miles (+2,702)13 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,567 miles
    Test number
    529791734216
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass266,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    266,865 miles
    Test number
    336575133417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail266,865 miles (+3,634)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,865 miles
    Test number
    879713033278
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass263,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    263,231 miles
    Test number
    659889022294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail263,231 miles (+3,984)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,231 miles
    Test number
    308448822454
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

  27. Pass259,247 miles (+4,556)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    259,247 miles
    Test number
    226028421209
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar link rubber bushes have slight play
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes are undersealed
    • NoteSteering colum has slight play

  28. Pass254,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    254,691 miles
    Test number
    150146110269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail254,691 miles (+4,723)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,691 miles
    Test number
    761685310278
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass249,968 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    249,968 miles
    Test number
    712419319230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail249,967 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,967 miles
    Test number
    924468119239
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T272 JMS

Does T272 JMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T272 JMS expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T272 JMS?
The MOT on T272 JMS expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T272 JMS done?
T272 JMS was recorded at 289,178 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 2,439 miles a year.
Has T272 JMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T272 JMS has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T272 JMS 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 T272 JMS find?
T272 JMS passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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