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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T43 GJHMOT history

T43 GJH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 162,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
162,028 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T43 GJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T43 GJH was last recorded at 162,028 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 2,574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,454 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,574 miles
Average per year
4,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,028 miles
  • 2025 – 159,454 miles
  • 2024 – 154,862 miles
  • 2023 – 149,454 miles
  • 2022 – 142,740 miles
  • 2017 – 140,506 miles
  • 2016 – 133,221 miles
  • 2015 – 127,160 miles
  • 2014 – 120,302 miles
  • 2013 – 114,753 miles
  • 2012 – 110,271 miles
  • 2011 – 103,147 miles
  • 2010 – 97,577 miles
  • 2009 – 92,484 miles
  • 2008 – 85,271 miles
  • 2007 – 77,151 miles
  • 2006 – 67,475 miles
  • 2005 – 60,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,028 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,028 miles (+2,574)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    162,028 miles
    Test number
    110835244839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass159,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    159,454 miles
    Test number
    947259670298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail159,454 miles (+4,592)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,454 miles
    Test number
    536300223765
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture over fuel tank (1.1.11 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass154,862 miles (+5,408)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    154,862 miles
    Test number
    885081913605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass149,454 miles (+6,714)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    149,454 miles
    Test number
    765652150243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass142,740 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,740 miles
    Test number
    832336020207
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded not excessive

  7. Fail142,738 miles (+2,232)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,738 miles
    Test number
    419637190352
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded not excessive

  8. Pass140,506 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    140,506 miles
    Test number
    302351083179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail140,504 miles (+7,283)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,504 miles
    Test number
    440196653062
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass133,221 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    133,221 miles
    Test number
    591265583585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail133,221 miles (+6,061)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,221 miles
    Test number
    672524429337
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass127,160 miles (+6,858)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    127,160 miles
    Test number
    358209276989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    120,302 miles
    Test number
    917805594275
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Fail120,302 miles (+5,549)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,302 miles
    Test number
    609303794212
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass114,753 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    114,753 miles
    Test number
    418879693230
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty and pitted

  16. Fail114,753 miles (+294)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,753 miles
    Test number
    439889393213
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty and pitted

  17. Fail114,459 miles (+4,188)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,459 miles
    Test number
    306247283496
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe cover bubbling(n/s)
    • NoteN/s floor slight damage
    • NoteO/s/r shocker reduced damping

  18. Pass110,271 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    110,271 miles
    Test number
    137557372237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail110,271 miles (+7,124)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,271 miles
    Test number
    649346772211
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass103,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    103,147 miles
    Test number
    526071991246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,147 miles (+5,570)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,147 miles
    Test number
    179050291279
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass97,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    97,577 miles
    Test number
    264893790215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail97,577 miles (+5,093)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,577 miles
    Test number
    480158680231
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteRear mudguard insecure
    • NoteBoth n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipe to flexi cover bubbling
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  24. Pass92,484 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    92,484 miles
    Test number
    141161489243
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Fail92,484 miles (+7,213)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,484 miles
    Test number
    172210589209
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Pass85,271 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    363500688234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn.
    • NoteRear side lights slightly dim.

  27. Fail85,271 miles (+8,120)2 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    792427078228
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn.
    • NoteRear side lights slightly dim.

  28. Pass77,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,151 miles
    Test number
    213781987257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail77,151 miles (+9,676)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,151 miles
    Test number
    311311787262
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass67,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    67,475 miles
    Test number
    354953596274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail67,475 miles (+6,851)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,475 miles
    Test number
    622362496277
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  32. Pass60,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    60,624 miles
    Test number
    824531605367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail60,624 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,624 miles
    Test number
    943371305337
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn. †Under trays loose and damaged. †Engine oil level low. †Service light on. †Doors drop. †Cup holder broken.

Questions about T43 GJH

Does T43 GJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T43 GJH is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T43 GJH?
The MOT on T43 GJH is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T43 GJH done?
T43 GJH was recorded at 162,028 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,864 miles a year.
Has T43 GJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T43 GJH has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T43 GJH 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 T43 GJH find?
T43 GJH passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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