
Volkswagen Golf
Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc
T456 WYJMOT history
T456 WYJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 78,741 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 11 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 78,741 mi
- At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 21 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 2,661 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T456 WYJ
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,600 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 31 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 9 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T456 WYJ was last recorded at 78,741 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 6,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 71,767 miles · 7 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 6,974 miles
- Average per year
- 2,661 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 78,741 miles
- 2025 – 71,767 miles
- 2024 – 66,267 miles
- 2023 – 62,619 miles
- 2022 – 58,152 miles
- 2021 – 58,118 miles
- 2020 – 58,025 miles
- 2019 – 50,385 miles
- 2018 – 44,251 miles
- 2017 – 43,359 miles
- 2016 – 42,309 miles
- 2015 – 41,184 miles
- 2014 – 38,970 miles
- 2013 – 37,284 miles
- 2012 – 36,089 miles
- 2011 – 34,425 miles
- 2010 – 33,208 miles
- 2009 – 31,754 miles
- 2008 – 29,498 miles
- 2007 – 27,334 miles
- 2006 – 25,971 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
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.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2017
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Offside Front Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019
Full MOT history
28 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass78,741 miles3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 78,741 miles
- Test number
- 303319907289
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 brake back plates corroded
Fail78,741 miles (+6,974)1 repaired3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,741 miles
- Test number
- 258193635606
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 brake back plates corroded
Pass71,767 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 71,767 miles
- Test number
- 560820721238
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail71,767 miles (+5,500)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,767 miles
- Test number
- 828008666626
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass66,267 miles (+21)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 66,267 miles
- Test number
- 208464670423
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail66,246 miles (+3,627)4 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,246 miles
- Test number
- 707564311659
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass62,619 miles (+4,467)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 62,619 miles
- Test number
- 111303475731
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass58,152 miles (+34)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 58,152 miles
- Test number
- 436868726110
- AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under vehicle
Pass58,118 miles (+93)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 58,118 miles
- Test number
- 322741676842
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail58,025 miles (+7,640)2 dangerous1 major2 minor16 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,025 miles
- Test number
- 423123921654
- DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront lower bumper valance missing
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryEngine breather pipe split
- AdvisoryPlastic brake servo pipe deteriorated
Pass50,385 miles (+6,134)3 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 50,385 miles
- Test number
- 634593572808
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (slightly deteriorated) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (chip in screen) (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both front) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (both front to rear pipes slight corrosion) (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (both rear pipes slight corrosion) (1.1.11 (c))
Pass44,251 miles (+892)3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 44,251 miles
- Test number
- 244022905372
- MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated driveshaft gaitor perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements stop lamp intermittent fault/delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp lens stone chip protector cover damaged
- AdvisoryGeneral surface corossion to front and rear suspension components
- AdvisoryMetal brake pipes slightly corodded
- AdvisoryPlastic servo pipe deterioating but not leaking
Pass43,359 miles (+1,050)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 43,359 miles
- Test number
- 434908958057
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear have powdery deposits (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryGeneral surface corossion in underbody suspension components
- AdvisoryPlastic brake servo pipe starting to crack around one way union(not yet leaking)
- AdvisoryPlastic covers obscuring some testable components
Pass42,309 miles (+1,125)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 42,309 miles
- Test number
- 550913921443
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded general underbody pipes powerdy (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp mask cover damaged
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryCovers obscuring some testable components
- AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low on tread
- AdvisoryGeneral corossion underbody suspension compoinents
Pass41,184 miles (+2,214)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 41,184 miles
- Test number
- 746588112893
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on suspension components
Pass38,970 miles (+1,686)7 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 38,970 miles
- Test number
- 886470654378
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteFront reg plate cracked
- NoteRear beam axle rusty
Pass37,284 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 37,284 miles
- Test number
- 345252253302
- AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Fail37,284 miles (+1,195)2 failures2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,284 miles
- Test number
- 818661753335
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Pass36,089 miles (+1,664)4 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 36,089 miles
- Test number
- 495465842344
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteAdvise rear registation plate condition could be better
- NoteAir bag warning lamp on
- NoteFront brakes showing slight imbalace
- NoteFront reg plate cracked
- NoteNearside headlamp lens protector damaged
Pass34,425 miles (+1,217)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 34,425 miles
- Test number
- 468269831302
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteAir bag warning lamp on
- NoteFront registration plate cracked
- NoteNearside headlamp/stone chip protector cracked
Pass33,208 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 33,208 miles
- Test number
- 481792940336
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail33,208 miles (+1,454)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 33,208 miles
- Test number
- 823232240365
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass31,754 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 31,754 miles
- Test number
- 352928649338
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail31,754 miles (+2,256)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,754 miles
- Test number
- 374168649361
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass29,498 miles (+2,164)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 29,498 miles
- Test number
- 301498038390
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,334 miles (+1,363)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 27,334 miles
- Test number
- 330087947388
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass25,971 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 25,971 miles
- Test number
- 604455746399
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass25,971 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 25,971 miles
- Test number
- 903375446342
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about T456 WYJ
- Does T456 WYJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T456 WYJ is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T456 WYJ?
- The MOT on T456 WYJ is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T456 WYJ done?
- T456 WYJ was recorded at 78,741 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 2,661 miles a year.
- Has T456 WYJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T456 WYJ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
- Has the mileage on T456 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 T456 WYJ find?
- T456 WYJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 7 more.
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