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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T279 JUTMOT history

T279 JUT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
144,441 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 JUT
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
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 JUT was last recorded at 144,441 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,379 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
5,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,441 miles
  • 2025 – 140,662 miles
  • 2024 – 133,817 miles
  • 2023 – 128,478 miles
  • 2020 – 127,399 miles
  • 2019 – 124,409 miles
  • 2018 – 119,389 miles
  • 2017 – 115,912 miles
  • 2016 – 112,496 miles
  • 2015 – 96,839 miles
  • 2014 – 88,790 miles
  • 2013 – 81,586 miles
  • 2012 – 73,092 miles
  • 2011 – 66,863 miles
  • 2010 – 59,926 miles
  • 2009 – 52,843 miles
  • 2008 – 46,415 miles
  • 2007 – 40,358 miles
  • 2006 – 35,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,441 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking on central joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair O/S Lagging in operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S Low in efficiency - 41% Imbalance

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Temporary repair to centre exhaust silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Condition n/s/f inner anti roll bar bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Condition n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,441 miles (+62)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    144,441 miles
    Test number
    315570287211
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking on central joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Fail144,379 miles (+3,717)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,379 miles
    Test number
    695086452278
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Axle trailing arm excessively corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking on central joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass140,662 miles (+6,845)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    140,662 miles
    Test number
    454380263328
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From central joint (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass133,817 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,817 miles
    Test number
    939735093419
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (Incorrectly mounted to strut, likely to rub through, very strongly advise) (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (Flexy incorrectly mounted to strut, likely to rub through, very strongly advise) (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking on joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also slightly worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail133,816 miles (+5,338)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,816 miles
    Test number
    350824395326
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (Incorrectly mounted to strut, likely to rub through, very strongly advise) (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (Flexy incorrectly mounted to strut, likely to rub through, very strongly advise) (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking on joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also slightly worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,478 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    128,478 miles
    Test number
    953640553154
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail128,478 miles (+1,079)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,478 miles
    Test number
    356644690621
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass127,399 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,399 miles
    Test number
    314206565110
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair O/S Lagging in operation (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S Low in efficiency - 41% Imbalance (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to centre exhaust silencer

  9. Fail127,397 miles (+2,988)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,397 miles
    Test number
    457262867740
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair O/S Lagging in operation (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S Low in efficiency - 41% Imbalance (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to centre exhaust silencer

  10. Pass124,409 miles (+5,020)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,409 miles
    Test number
    833638841822
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% - O/S Efficiency low (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect O/S & N/S (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass119,389 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,389 miles
    Test number
    553587959097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner band (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail119,389 miles (+3,477)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,389 miles
    Test number
    644531417775
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. O/S & N/S - Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner band (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass115,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,912 miles
    Test number
    110964688689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,912 miles (+3,416)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,912 miles
    Test number
    796069374559
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass112,496 miles (+4,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,496 miles
    Test number
    329408094816
    • AdvisoryWear n/s rack end borderline
    • AdvisoryWear on front brake discs

  16. Pass107,743 miles (+353)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,743 miles
    Test number
    829230665773
    • AdvisoryCondition n/s/f inner anti roll bar bush worn
    • AdvisoryCondition n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipes
    • AdvisoryCondition of both front brake disc's
    • AdvisoryCondition rear part of both main brake pipe's to flexi hose
    • AdvisoryLift in both front top suspension mounting's
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack n/s

  17. Fail107,390 miles (+10,551)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,390 miles
    Test number
    338934907312
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCondition n/s/f inner anti roll bar bush worn
    • AdvisoryCondition n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipes
    • AdvisoryCondition of both front brake disc's
    • AdvisoryCondition rear part of both main brake pipe's to flexi hose
    • AdvisoryLift in both front top suspension mounting's
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack n/s

  18. Pass96,839 miles (+8,049)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,839 miles
    Test number
    216843165033
    • NoteO/s/f indicator fading
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush splitting
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack n/s

  19. Pass88,790 miles (+7,204)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,790 miles
    Test number
    687512664049
    • NoteLift in both front top shocker mountings
    • NoteO/s/f indicator fading

  20. Pass81,586 miles (+8,494)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,586 miles
    Test number
    348483673086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,092 miles (+6,229)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,092 miles
    Test number
    647522572073
    • NoteRear brakes binding
    • NoteWear in rack n/s borderline
    • NoteWear on front brake disc's

  22. Pass66,863 miles (+6,937)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,863 miles
    Test number
    985839051099
    • NoteWear in both front top shocker mounting

  23. Pass59,926 miles (+7,083)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,926 miles
    Test number
    122417060098
    • NoteWear in steering rack n/s

  24. Pass52,843 miles (+6,428)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,843 miles
    Test number
    602969169079
    • NoteFront number plate illegal
    • NoteWear o/s/f top shocker mounting

  25. Fail46,415 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,415 miles
    Test number
    271316158051
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust rear box taken out

  26. Pass46,415 miles (+6,057)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,415 miles
    Test number
    493236758070
    • NoteExhaust rear box taken out

  27. Pass40,358 miles (+5,042)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,358 miles
    Test number
    584288767016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,316 miles
    Test number
    160345976414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 JUT

Does T279 JUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T279 JUT is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T279 JUT?
The MOT on T279 JUT is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T279 JUT done?
T279 JUT was recorded at 144,441 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 5,470 miles a year.
Has T279 JUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 JUT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T279 JUT 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 T279 JUT find?
T279 JUT passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly chafed; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking on central joint; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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