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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,300 cc

T440 JRTMOT history

T440 JRT is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 132,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2026
Mileage
132,220 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T440 JRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T440 JRT was last recorded at 132,220 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 1,859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2014: 102,871 miles, lower than 102,991 miles on 25 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
130,361 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,859 miles
Average per year
4,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,220 miles
  • 2025 – 130,361 miles
  • 2024 – 129,283 miles
  • 2022 – 127,286 miles
  • 2021 – 124,857 miles
  • 2020 – 124,390 miles
  • 2019 – 120,967 miles
  • 2018 – 119,159 miles
  • 2017 – 115,997 miles
  • 2016 – 111,436 miles
  • 2015 – 111,436 miles
  • 2014 – 102,871 miles
  • 2012 – 96,690 miles
  • 2011 – 91,928 miles
  • 2010 – 81,589 miles
  • 2009 – 73,746 miles
  • 2008 – 62,902 miles
  • 2007 – 56,663 miles
  • 2006 – 50,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,220 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested o/s front and rear brakes excessivly binding (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,220 miles (+1,859)1 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,220 miles
    Test number
    440931618071
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested o/s front and rear brakes excessivly binding (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,361 miles (+59)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    130,361 miles
    Test number
    883539152703
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail130,302 miles (+1,019)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,302 miles
    Test number
    213510052902
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Very corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering drum stick (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass129,283 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,283 miles
    Test number
    698938456165
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail129,281 miles (+1,995)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,281 miles
    Test number
    166364456777
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass127,286 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    127,286 miles
    Test number
    219816983173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail127,285 miles (+2,428)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,285 miles
    Test number
    868627985870
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass124,857 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,857 miles
    Test number
    812218323039
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail124,848 miles (+458)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,848 miles
    Test number
    136308494538
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing center (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass124,390 miles (+3,423)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,390 miles
    Test number
    979596244393
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger broken

  11. Pass120,967 miles4 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,967 miles
    Test number
    447730916483
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail120,967 miles (+1,808)1 repaired4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,967 miles
    Test number
    248944739790
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass119,159 miles (+3,162)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,159 miles
    Test number
    943621725755
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides + very worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass115,997 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,997 miles
    Test number
    724169915723
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre very worn and cracked on inner edge - no cords showing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail115,997 miles (+4,561)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,997 miles
    Test number
    608196949309
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre very worn and cracked on inner edge - no cords showing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass111,436 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,436 miles
    Test number
    315792734799
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracked & perished

  17. Fail111,436 miles (+8,565)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,436 miles
    Test number
    200623364947
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger broken

  18. Pass102,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,871 miles
    Test number
    196182304341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,871 miles (-120)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,871 miles
    Test number
    558132904317
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Fail102,991 miles (+6,301)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,991 miles
    Test number
    258386274175
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass96,690 miles (+4,762)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    96,690 miles
    Test number
    217312252386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,928 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    407735531304
    • NoteBrake discs suffering from wear and surface corrosion

  23. Fail91,928 miles (+10,339)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    448144631304
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBrake discs suffering from wear and surface corrosion

  24. Pass81,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    81,589 miles
    Test number
    244586780189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail81,581 miles (+7,835)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,581 miles
    Test number
    794726780185
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass73,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    830488489116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,746 miles (+10,844)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    733127389128
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass62,902 miles (+6,239)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,902 miles
    Test number
    260525188188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,663 miles (+6,104)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    56,663 miles
    Test number
    682374887179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass50,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    50,559 miles
    Test number
    761702676150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail50,559 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,559 miles
    Test number
    511292876199
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Questions about T440 JRT

Does T440 JRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T440 JRT expired on 14 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T440 JRT?
The MOT on T440 JRT expired on 14 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T440 JRT done?
T440 JRT was recorded at 132,220 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 4,031 miles a year.
Has T440 JRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T440 JRT has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T440 JRT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T440 JRT find?
T440 JRT failed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position, and 10 more.

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