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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T455 WYJMOT history

T455 WYJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 216,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
216,485 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T455 WYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T455 WYJ was last recorded at 216,485 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 9,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,515 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
9,970 miles
Average per year
7,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,485 miles
  • 2023 – 206,515 miles
  • 2022 – 193,457 miles
  • 2021 – 181,478 miles
  • 2020 – 170,472 miles
  • 2019 – 169,031 miles
  • 2018 – 165,666 miles
  • 2017 – 162,428 miles
  • 2016 – 158,509 miles
  • 2015 – 154,980 miles
  • 2014 – 150,262 miles
  • 2013 – 140,244 miles
  • 2012 – 123,996 miles
  • 2011 – 117,520 miles
  • 2010 – 109,145 miles
  • 2009 – 99,675 miles
  • 2008 – 88,028 miles
  • 2007 – 75,586 miles
  • 2006 – 66,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,485 miles
  • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Bump stop damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,485 miles (+9,970)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    216,485 miles
    Test number
    302190196878
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass206,515 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    206,515 miles
    Test number
    379274768672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail206,515 miles (+13,058)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,515 miles
    Test number
    793821626990
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass193,457 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    193,457 miles
    Test number
    186735137887
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail193,457 miles (+11,979)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,457 miles
    Test number
    901848710653
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass181,478 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    181,478 miles
    Test number
    919358419566
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail181,478 miles (+11,006)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,478 miles
    Test number
    495267095209
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass170,472 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    170,472 miles
    Test number
    526384121211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass169,031 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,031 miles
    Test number
    637806989521
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread low and tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread low tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 nearside and offside rear bump stops worn

  10. Fail169,028 miles (+3,362)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,028 miles
    Test number
    311496245043
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread low and tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread low tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 nearside and offside rear bump stops worn

  11. Pass165,666 miles (+3,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    165,666 miles
    Test number
    719968036397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside bump stops worn

  12. Pass162,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    162,428 miles
    Test number
    564312059849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,428 miles (+3,919)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,428 miles
    Test number
    372286682482
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at cat (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass158,509 miles (+51)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    158,509 miles
    Test number
    566395981680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop damaged

  15. Fail158,458 miles (+3,478)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,458 miles
    Test number
    647245108085
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop damaged

  16. Pass154,980 miles (+4,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    154,980 miles
    Test number
    852146192105
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass150,262 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    150,262 miles
    Test number
    358948364466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail150,206 miles (+9,962)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,206 miles
    Test number
    896689334299
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear bump stop damaged

  19. Pass140,244 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    140,244 miles
    Test number
    686021243286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail140,238 miles (+16,242)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,238 miles
    Test number
    519960543257
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass123,996 miles (+6,476)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    123,996 miles
    Test number
    447389882058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUndertray loose

  22. Pass117,520 miles (+8,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    117,520 miles
    Test number
    768008211153
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass109,145 miles (+9,470)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    109,145 miles
    Test number
    704228710197
    • NoteNearside front track rod end dust cover split
    • NoteOffside front track rod end dust cover split

  24. Pass99,675 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    99,675 miles
    Test number
    230988899071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,653 miles (+11,625)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,653 miles
    Test number
    264337599088
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass88,028 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    88,028 miles
    Test number
    341055818179
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront registration plate slight damage

  27. Fail88,025 miles (+12,439)2 dangerous2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,025 miles
    Test number
    241544918154
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront registration plate slight damage

  28. Pass75,586 miles (+8,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,586 miles
    Test number
    920146907114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass66,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,712 miles
    Test number
    722889016199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail66,704 miles2 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,704 miles
    Test number
    292729116430
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T455 WYJ

Does T455 WYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T455 WYJ expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T455 WYJ?
The MOT on T455 WYJ expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T455 WYJ done?
T455 WYJ was recorded at 216,485 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 7,812 miles a year.
Has T455 WYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T455 WYJ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T455 WYJ 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 T455 WYJ find?
T455 WYJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; front windscreen wiper blade defective both; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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