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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T353 BJRMOT history

T353 BJR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,007 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 BJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T353 BJR was last recorded at 87,007 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 3,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,928 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,079 miles
Average per year
2,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,007 miles
  • 2025 – 83,928 miles
  • 2022 – 83,896 miles
  • 2017 – 82,521 miles
  • 2015 – 77,317 miles
  • 2014 – 69,463 miles
  • 2013 – 63,404 miles
  • 2012 – 61,096 miles
  • 2011 – 59,899 miles
  • 2010 – 57,104 miles
  • 2009 – 51,820 miles
  • 2008 – 46,951 miles
  • 2007 – 43,028 miles
  • 2006 – 36,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,007 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear stub axle corroded
  • AdvisoryUnder trays covers fitted time of test

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,007 miles (+3,079)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,007 miles
    Test number
    539229522342
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear stub axle corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays covers fitted time of test

  2. Pass83,928 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    151685277000
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail83,928 miles (+32)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    869611276431
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working Both (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass83,896 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,896 miles
    Test number
    294611743740
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering rack slight play

  5. Fail83,893 miles (+1,372)1 dangerous5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,893 miles
    Test number
    292688979619
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering rack slight play

  6. Pass82,521 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,521 miles
    Test number
    103708436774
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment o/s & n/s (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail82,521 miles (+5,204)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,521 miles
    Test number
    117695792236
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment o/s & n/s (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass77,317 miles (+7,854)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,317 miles
    Test number
    419036316559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre cracks outer edge

  9. Pass69,463 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,463 miles
    Test number
    686691554200
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyre cracks inner edge

  10. Pass69,463 miles (+6,059)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,463 miles
    Test number
    688534644204
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOffside front wing and bumper damage, but no sharp edges.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass63,404 miles (+2,308)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,404 miles
    Test number
    157556753251
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass61,096 miles (+1,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,096 miles
    Test number
    277388622283
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass59,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,899 miles
    Test number
    109227061206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,898 miles (+2,794)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,898 miles
    Test number
    138427961256
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass57,104 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,104 miles
    Test number
    440591560268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,820 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,820 miles
    Test number
    350295649490
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Fail51,820 miles (+4,869)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,820 miles
    Test number
    831765549295
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  18. Pass46,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,951 miles
    Test number
    472179748227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,951 miles (+3,923)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,951 miles
    Test number
    712308548257
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSemaphore indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.4.C.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  20. Fail43,028 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,028 miles
    Test number
    283790637283
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass43,028 miles (+6,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,028 miles
    Test number
    480610837245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass36,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,398 miles
    Test number
    652407036216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T353 BJR

Does T353 BJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T353 BJR is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T353 BJR?
The MOT on T353 BJR is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T353 BJR done?
T353 BJR was recorded at 87,007 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,577 miles a year.
Has T353 BJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 BJR has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T353 BJR 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 T353 BJR find?
T353 BJR passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear stub axle corroded, and 1 more.

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