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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T281 JNGMOT history

T281 JNG is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 153,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2022
Mileage
153,320 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2021
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 JNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 JNG was last recorded at 153,320 miles on 22 Oct 2021, 3,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,967 miles · 28 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
3,353 miles
Average per year
4,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 153,320 miles
  • 2020 – 149,967 miles
  • 2019 – 145,534 miles
  • 2018 – 142,277 miles
  • 2017 – 137,810 miles
  • 2016 – 133,752 miles
  • 2015 – 129,513 miles
  • 2014 – 129,428 miles
  • 2013 – 125,807 miles
  • 2012 – 122,518 miles
  • 2011 – 118,481 miles
  • 2010 – 114,986 miles
  • 2009 – 106,444 miles
  • 2007 – 88,598 miles
  • 2006 – 78,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,320 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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,320 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    153,320 miles
    Test number
    219092583807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,967 miles (+4,433)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    149,967 miles
    Test number
    693826952017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass145,534 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,534 miles
    Test number
    353117973544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail145,531 miles (+3,254)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,531 miles
    Test number
    143718034371
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,277 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,277 miles
    Test number
    376954683731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail142,275 miles (+4,465)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,275 miles
    Test number
    601352538065
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass137,810 miles (+4,058)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    137,810 miles
    Test number
    969338120306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass133,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    133,752 miles
    Test number
    923833404899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail133,752 miles (+4,239)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,752 miles
    Test number
    876282102695
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  10. Pass129,513 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    129,513 miles
    Test number
    345358995049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,512 miles (+84)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,512 miles
    Test number
    447832495062
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Fail129,428 miles (+3,621)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,428 miles
    Test number
    475554944230
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel tank straps rusty
    • NoteSlight o/s/r brake bind

  13. Pass125,807 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    125,807 miles
    Test number
    349464453257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  14. Fail125,807 miles (+19)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,807 miles
    Test number
    425703853212
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  15. Fail125,788 miles (+3,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,788 miles
    Test number
    346105343269
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  16. Pass122,518 miles (+4,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    122,518 miles
    Test number
    386434742283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass118,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    118,481 miles
    Test number
    589942541278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail118,481 miles (+3,495)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,481 miles
    Test number
    939742341202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail114,986 miles5 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,986 miles
    Test number
    940886630206
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear suspension beam bushes deteriorating

  20. Pass114,986 miles (+8,542)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    114,986 miles
    Test number
    963686030296
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear suspension beam bushes deteriorating

  21. Pass106,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    106,444 miles
    Test number
    453472369076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail106,444 miles (+17,846)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,444 miles
    Test number
    362761369065
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass88,598 miles (+9,885)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    88,598 miles
    Test number
    501804167066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    78,713 miles
    Test number
    474096956013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 JNG

Does T281 JNG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T281 JNG expired on 27 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T281 JNG?
The MOT on T281 JNG expired on 27 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T281 JNG done?
T281 JNG was recorded at 153,320 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2021, an average of 4,766 miles a year.
Has T281 JNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 JNG has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T281 JNG 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 T281 JNG find?
T281 JNG passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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