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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T425 XJLMOT history

T425 XJL is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 69,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
69,831 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T425 XJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T425 XJL was last recorded at 69,831 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,831 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,831 miles
  • 2025 – 58,509 miles
  • 2024 – 55,929 miles
  • 2023 – 46,516 miles
  • 2022 – 35,251 miles
  • 2021 – 26,730 miles
  • 2019 – 24,667 miles
  • 2018 – 20,389 miles
  • 2017 – 18,265 miles
  • 2013 – 18,181 miles
  • 2006 – 18,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,831 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    69,831 miles
    Test number
    205712568202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail69,831 miles (+11,322)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,831 miles
    Test number
    655953626852
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,509 miles (+2,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    58,509 miles
    Test number
    874743165342
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS LIGHTLY CORRODED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass55,929 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    55,929 miles
    Test number
    438706451419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL DAMAGED (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL DAMAGED (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail55,927 miles (+9,411)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,927 miles
    Test number
    382966004549
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm rear bush worn/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer lower sill deformed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Service brake requirements only just met at 63 percent (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass46,516 miles (+11,265)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    46,516 miles
    Test number
    940698834225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,251 miles (+8,521)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    35,251 miles
    Test number
    419584532456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    26,730 miles
    Test number
    873747834438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail26,730 miles (+2,063)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,730 miles
    Test number
    549850797680
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass24,667 miles (+4,278)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    24,667 miles
    Test number
    737009242572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,389 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    20,389 miles
    Test number
    403043403580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,265 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    18,265 miles
    Test number
    455950999627
    • AdvisoryBrake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated

  13. Pass18,181 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    18,181 miles
    Test number
    298569433221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,172 miles
    Test number
    401594216202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T425 XJL

Does T425 XJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T425 XJL is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T425 XJL?
The MOT on T425 XJL is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T425 XJL done?
T425 XJL was recorded at 69,831 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 2,638 miles a year.
Has T425 XJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T425 XJL has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T425 XJL 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 T425 XJL find?
T425 XJL passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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