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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T489 JNCMOT history

T489 JNC is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 80,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2023
Mileage
80,316 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2022
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 JNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T489 JNC was last recorded at 80,316 miles on 6 Jul 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,316 miles · 2 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,316 miles
  • 2021 – 79,775 miles
  • 2020 – 79,456 miles
  • 2019 – 78,797 miles
  • 2018 – 77,692 miles
  • 2017 – 77,474 miles
  • 2016 – 72,977 miles
  • 2015 – 64,728 miles
  • 2014 – 56,270 miles
  • 2013 – 54,632 miles
  • 2012 – 52,432 miles
  • 2011 – 50,406 miles
  • 2010 – 48,471 miles
  • 2009 – 46,089 miles
  • 2008 – 43,883 miles
  • 2007 – 41,750 miles
  • 2006 – 39,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,316 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Rear Axle Has signs of age

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,316 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,316 miles
    Test number
    359675844850
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail80,316 miles (+541)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,316 miles
    Test number
    435553031041
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass79,775 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,775 miles
    Test number
    379697118494
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Has signs of age

  4. Fail79,758 miles (+302)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,758 miles
    Test number
    223174858134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Has signs of age

  5. Pass79,456 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,456 miles
    Test number
    273958855910
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail79,456 miles (+659)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,456 miles
    Test number
    729207676817
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass78,797 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    78,797 miles
    Test number
    127261089990
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail78,760 miles (+1,068)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,760 miles
    Test number
    544180137562
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass77,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    279722053375
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel ball joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail77,673 miles (+199)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,673 miles
    Test number
    971091000887
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel ball joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass77,474 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,474 miles
    Test number
    227281077480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail77,432 miles (+4,455)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,432 miles
    Test number
    673833552880
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass72,977 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,977 miles
    Test number
    232349241820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,937 miles (+8,209)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,937 miles
    Test number
    318225122873
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass64,728 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,728 miles
    Test number
    806463675164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,524 miles (+8,254)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,524 miles
    Test number
    647944165152
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass56,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,270 miles
    Test number
    566686174168
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail56,267 miles (+1,635)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,267 miles
    Test number
    218716074147
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass54,632 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,632 miles
    Test number
    148453843224
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorating
    • NoteInspection light on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner sidewall damage
    • NotePower steering pipes corroding
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack

  20. Fail54,632 miles (+2,200)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,632 miles
    Test number
    355972043426
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorating
    • NoteInspection light on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner sidewall damage
    • NotePower steering pipes corroding
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack

  21. Pass52,432 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,432 miles
    Test number
    915836722229
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail52,432 miles (+2,026)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,432 miles
    Test number
    349256222410
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2mm and tread starting to lift

  23. Pass50,406 miles (+1,935)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,406 miles
    Test number
    859176631297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,471 miles
    Test number
    431916740234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,471 miles (+2,382)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,471 miles
    Test number
    312424840426
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

  26. Pass46,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,089 miles
    Test number
    361366039223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,089 miles (+2,206)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,089 miles
    Test number
    924523639269
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass43,883 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,883 miles
    Test number
    381370128465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,750 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,750 miles
    Test number
    561341047285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail41,728 miles (+2,174)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,728 miles
    Test number
    543130547275
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  31. Pass39,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,554 miles
    Test number
    783339816220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T489 JNC

Does T489 JNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T489 JNC expired on 5 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T489 JNC?
The MOT on T489 JNC expired on 5 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T489 JNC done?
T489 JNC was recorded at 80,316 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2022, an average of 2,562 miles a year.
Has T489 JNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 JNC has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T489 JNC 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 T489 JNC find?
T489 JNC passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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