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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T37 HFJMOT history

T37 HFJ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 185,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
185,036 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T37 HFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T37 HFJ was last recorded at 185,036 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 4,855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,181 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,855 miles
Average per year
5,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,036 miles
  • 2024 – 180,181 miles
  • 2021 – 178,220 miles
  • 2020 – 172,488 miles
  • 2019 – 167,836 miles
  • 2018 – 167,763 miles
  • 2016 – 165,305 miles
  • 2015 – 158,365 miles
  • 2014 – 150,123 miles
  • 2013 – 142,465 miles
  • 2012 – 134,761 miles
  • 2011 – 126,501 miles
  • 2010 – 119,702 miles
  • 2009 – 111,899 miles
  • 2008 – 104,153 miles
  • 2007 – 95,945 miles
  • 2006 – 87,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,036 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.

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,036 miles (+4,855)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    185,036 miles
    Test number
    274442328068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass180,181 miles (+1,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    180,181 miles
    Test number
    634176581896
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass178,220 miles (+5,732)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    178,220 miles
    Test number
    673095172374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,488 miles (+4,652)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    172,488 miles
    Test number
    102103591310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,836 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    167,836 miles
    Test number
    969022848121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass167,763 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    167,763 miles
    Test number
    706007008716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass165,305 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    165,305 miles
    Test number
    213316531601
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Fail165,305 miles (+6,940)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,305 miles
    Test number
    458321723276
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass158,365 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    158,365 miles
    Test number
    427620675146
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  10. Fail158,365 miles (+8,242)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,365 miles
    Test number
    245879265130
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  11. Pass150,123 miles (+7,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    150,123 miles
    Test number
    297793054488
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  12. Pass142,465 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    142,465 miles
    Test number
    475969943154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail142,465 miles (+7,704)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,465 miles
    Test number
    999099143104
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass134,761 miles (+8,260)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    134,761 miles
    Test number
    686429552175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass126,501 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    126,501 miles
    Test number
    586662451137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Fail126,501 miles (+6,799)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,501 miles
    Test number
    689202551167
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass119,702 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    119,702 miles
    Test number
    961067340152
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  18. Fail119,702 miles (+7,803)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,702 miles
    Test number
    141447540156
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  19. Pass111,899 miles (+7,746)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    111,899 miles
    Test number
    633534559153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,153 miles (+8,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    104,153 miles
    Test number
    341721478133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass95,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    95,945 miles
    Test number
    434076267117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,945 miles (+8,435)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,945 miles
    Test number
    992685367106
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteExhaust mounting rubbers streched

  23. Fail87,510 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,510 miles
    Test number
    830485166168
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass87,510 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    87,510 miles
    Test number
    871475766102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about T37 HFJ

Does T37 HFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T37 HFJ is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T37 HFJ?
The MOT on T37 HFJ is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T37 HFJ done?
T37 HFJ was recorded at 185,036 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 5,002 miles a year.
Has T37 HFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T37 HFJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2016.
Has the mileage on T37 HFJ 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 T37 HFJ find?
T37 HFJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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