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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T426 WGJMOT history

T426 WGJ is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 214,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
214,625 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T426 WGJ
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
9 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T426 WGJ was last recorded at 214,625 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 7,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,571 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,054 miles
Average per year
6,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,625 miles
  • 2025 – 207,571 miles
  • 2024 – 193,753 miles
  • 2023 – 175,998 miles
  • 2022 – 161,553 miles
  • 2021 – 151,802 miles
  • 2020 – 143,051 miles
  • 2019 – 135,610 miles
  • 2018 – 129,331 miles
  • 2017 – 124,390 miles
  • 2016 – 118,735 miles
  • 2015 – 111,357 miles
  • 2014 – 106,482 miles
  • 2013 – 101,098 miles
  • 2012 – 97,914 miles
  • 2011 – 94,770 miles
  • 2010 – 91,825 miles
  • 2009 – 87,837 miles
  • 2008 – 83,347 miles
  • 2007 – 78,683 miles
  • 2006 – 74,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,625 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm of pad left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm of pad left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users intake pipe has had a repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,625 miles (+7,054)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    214,625 miles
    Test number
    462211220796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm of pad left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm of pad left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass207,571 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    207,571 miles
    Test number
    819121844396
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail207,571 miles (+13,818)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,571 miles
    Test number
    167094743331
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wiper blade (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass193,753 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    193,753 miles
    Test number
    777336390513
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle - subframes, suspension components, arches, front wings to sills, arches taped

  5. Fail193,749 miles (+17,751)1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,749 miles
    Test number
    355808056233
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle - subframes, suspension components, arches, front wings to sills, arches taped

  6. Pass175,998 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    175,998 miles
    Test number
    979630645612
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront arches/wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail175,995 miles (+14,442)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,995 miles
    Test number
    785449983836
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid offside jet not working, nearside jet is weak (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront arches/wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass161,553 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    161,553 miles
    Test number
    577105954218
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users intake pipe has had a repair (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and various outer arches corroded

  9. Fail161,545 miles (+9,743)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,545 miles
    Test number
    426043360037
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users intake pipe has had a repair (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and various outer arches corroded

  10. Pass151,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    151,802 miles
    Test number
    388503198638
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both covers/bump stops damaged (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail151,801 miles (+8,750)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,801 miles
    Test number
    302211543791
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both covers/bump stops damaged (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass143,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,051 miles
    Test number
    591003341910
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail143,049 miles (+7,439)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,049 miles
    Test number
    820004244327
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass135,610 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    135,610 miles
    Test number
    402483895858
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail135,607 miles (+6,276)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,607 miles
    Test number
    528842873469
    • DangerousNearside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  16. Pass129,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    129,331 miles
    Test number
    660697171834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail129,326 miles (+4,936)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,326 miles
    Test number
    519184472463
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

  18. Pass124,390 miles (+5,655)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,390 miles
    Test number
    635874324264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,735 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,735 miles
    Test number
    389495407553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,357 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    111,357 miles
    Test number
    106907695117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail106,482 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,482 miles
    Test number
    189782414288
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass106,482 miles (+5,384)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    106,482 miles
    Test number
    408662214229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass101,098 miles (+3,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,098 miles
    Test number
    325046793119
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass97,914 miles (+3,144)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,914 miles
    Test number
    789495502229
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass94,770 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    94,770 miles
    Test number
    538433611202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass91,825 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,825 miles
    Test number
    373297000265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass87,837 miles (+4,490)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    87,837 miles
    Test number
    563518309264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAuxillary belt shreaded
    • NoteOffside number plate lamp loose

  28. Pass83,347 miles (+4,664)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    83,347 miles
    Test number
    843324408231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc inner surface pitted

  29. Pass78,683 miles (+3,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    78,683 miles
    Test number
    114188997136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass74,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    74,905 miles
    Test number
    893559116263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T426 WGJ

Does T426 WGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T426 WGJ is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T426 WGJ?
The MOT on T426 WGJ is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T426 WGJ done?
T426 WGJ was recorded at 214,625 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 6,979 miles a year.
Has T426 WGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T426 WGJ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T426 WGJ 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 T426 WGJ find?
T426 WGJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm of pad left; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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