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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T288 NKJMOT history

T288 NKJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 112,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
112,710 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T288 NKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T288 NKJ was last recorded at 112,710 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 4,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,834 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,876 miles
Average per year
4,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,710 miles
  • 2024 – 107,834 miles
  • 2023 – 103,344 miles
  • 2022 – 97,776 miles
  • 2021 – 93,002 miles
  • 2020 – 89,051 miles
  • 2019 – 84,008 miles
  • 2018 – 80,172 miles
  • 2017 – 77,692 miles
  • 2016 – 72,628 miles
  • 2015 – 66,385 miles
  • 2014 – 61,832 miles
  • 2013 – 52,580 miles
  • 2012 – 44,955 miles
  • 2011 – 39,377 miles
  • 2010 – 36,036 miles
  • 2009 – 33,079 miles
  • 2008 – 30,442 miles
  • 2007 – 27,519 miles
  • 2006 – 25,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,710 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside wing dented

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,710 miles (+4,876)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,710 miles
    Test number
    693003425927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside wing dented

  2. Pass107,834 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,834 miles
    Test number
    185788271230
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wing corroded

  3. Fail107,834 miles (+4,490)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,834 miles
    Test number
    468954678179
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wing corroded

  4. Pass103,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,344 miles
    Test number
    347977768220
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail103,344 miles (+5,568)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,344 miles
    Test number
    830912826490
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass97,776 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    308985170618
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail97,725 miles (+4,723)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,725 miles
    Test number
    260063829927
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass93,002 miles (+3,951)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    373712825903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass89,051 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    89,051 miles
    Test number
    343914151171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail89,051 miles (+5,043)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,051 miles
    Test number
    308219242764
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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 low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass84,008 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,008 miles
    Test number
    323038056905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail84,008 miles (+3,836)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,008 miles
    Test number
    367824112040
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass80,172 miles (+2,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,172 miles
    Test number
    418059435876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Pass77,692 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    271705622305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,690 miles (+5,062)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,690 miles
    Test number
    219705866936
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass72,628 miles (+6,243)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    72,628 miles
    Test number
    600509245166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,385 miles (+4,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,385 miles
    Test number
    703625647576
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low

  18. Pass61,832 miles (+9,252)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,832 miles
    Test number
    199871144208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt catch shroud broken

  19. Pass52,580 miles (+7,625)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,580 miles
    Test number
    849923233199
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  20. Pass44,955 miles (+5,578)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,955 miles
    Test number
    905429712131
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  21. Pass39,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,377 miles
    Test number
    927338411161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,377 miles (+3,341)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,377 miles
    Test number
    589108311134
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass36,036 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,036 miles
    Test number
    412429530107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail35,992 miles (+2,913)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,992 miles
    Test number
    281433630178
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass33,079 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,079 miles
    Test number
    882426329121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,442 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,442 miles
    Test number
    144134338179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,519 miles (+2,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,519 miles
    Test number
    754793927142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass25,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,241 miles
    Test number
    680410836105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T288 NKJ

Does T288 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T288 NKJ is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T288 NKJ?
The MOT on T288 NKJ is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T288 NKJ done?
T288 NKJ was recorded at 112,710 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 4,497 miles a year.
Has T288 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T288 NKJ has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T288 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 T288 NKJ find?
T288 NKJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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