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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T47 JDTMOT history

T47 JDT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 124,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
124,625 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 JDT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T47 JDT was last recorded at 124,625 miles on 21 May 2026, 3,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,451 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,174 miles
Average per year
4,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,625 miles
  • 2025 – 121,451 miles
  • 2024 – 116,428 miles
  • 2023 – 113,311 miles
  • 2022 – 111,120 miles
  • 2021 – 111,063 miles
  • 2020 – 110,966 miles
  • 2019 – 110,786 miles
  • 2018 – 110,491 miles
  • 2017 – 110,229 miles
  • 2016 – 109,025 miles
  • 2015 – 108,636 miles
  • 2014 – 107,808 miles
  • 2013 – 106,820 miles
  • 2012 – 103,150 miles
  • 2011 – 90,202 miles
  • 2010 – 76,920 miles
  • 2009 – 64,138 miles
  • 2008 – 51,373 miles
  • 2007 – 37,532 miles
  • 2006 – 24,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,625 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

36 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,625 miles (+3,174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    124,625 miles
    Test number
    183112755782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass121,451 miles (+5,023)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    121,451 miles
    Test number
    311396340747
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracked and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil and coolant light on dash

  3. Pass116,428 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,428 miles
    Test number
    693868968777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil & Coolant warning lights on dash

  4. Fail116,428 miles (+3,117)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,428 miles
    Test number
    994453189428
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil & Coolant warning lights on dash

  5. Pass113,311 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,311 miles
    Test number
    106370608902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,310 miles (+2,190)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,310 miles
    Test number
    414622125984
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front engine cover insecure

  7. Pass111,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,120 miles
    Test number
    215082144429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,120 miles (+57)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,120 miles
    Test number
    719061851608
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main run (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass111,063 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,063 miles
    Test number
    377211924745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,018 miles (+52)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,018 miles
    Test number
    331400766446
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,966 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,966 miles
    Test number
    311884415847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,786 miles
    Test number
    478385650503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,784 miles (+293)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,784 miles
    Test number
    221244609420
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass110,491 miles (+262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,491 miles
    Test number
    693490272943
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroding o/s n/s

  15. Pass110,229 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,229 miles
    Test number
    107043874444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,206 miles (+1,181)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,206 miles
    Test number
    913027975694
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass109,025 miles (+389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    109,025 miles
    Test number
    403494499082
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slightly binding but not showing on roller brake tester

  18. Pass108,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    108,636 miles
    Test number
    137771945460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,636 miles (+828)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,636 miles
    Test number
    159441745435
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  20. Pass107,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    107,808 miles
    Test number
    359167434037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail107,807 miles (+987)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,807 miles
    Test number
    138697834070
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass106,820 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    106,820 miles
    Test number
    227102043030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail106,818 miles (+3,668)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,818 miles
    Test number
    329219533025
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass103,150 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    103,150 miles
    Test number
    735911732071
    • NoteLow tone horn inop (high tone still working)

  25. Fail103,148 miles (+12,946)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,148 miles
    Test number
    109635922456
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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)
    • NoteLow tone horn inop (high tone still working)

  26. Pass90,202 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    90,202 miles
    Test number
    626132031057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront and rear discs in a poor condition
    • NoteOffside headlight bracket broken

  27. Fail90,201 miles (+13,281)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,201 miles
    Test number
    379162331025
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront and rear discs in a poor condition
    • NoteOffside headlight bracket broken

  28. Pass76,920 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,920 miles
    Test number
    350086030005
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth headlight protectors scratched slightly affecing beam patern

  29. Fail76,920 miles (+12,782)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,920 miles
    Test number
    324856030023
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass64,138 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    64,138 miles
    Test number
    561852549058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Fail64,138 miles (+12,765)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,138 miles
    Test number
    551541549034
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  32. Fail51,373 miles5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,373 miles
    Test number
    621334648092
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass51,373 miles (+13,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,373 miles
    Test number
    784234848071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass37,532 miles (+13,276)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,532 miles
    Test number
    490823847047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass24,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    24,256 miles
    Test number
    814878846028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail24,256 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,256 miles
    Test number
    703098146002
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T47 JDT

Does T47 JDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T47 JDT is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T47 JDT?
The MOT on T47 JDT is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T47 JDT done?
T47 JDT was recorded at 124,625 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,955 miles a year.
Has T47 JDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 JDT has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T47 JDT 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 T47 JDT find?
T47 JDT passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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