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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T494 AGJMOT history

T494 AGJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 125,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
125,771 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T494 AGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T494 AGJ was last recorded at 125,771 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,749 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
2,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,771 miles
  • 2024 – 125,049 miles
  • 2023 – 124,141 miles
  • 2022 – 123,258 miles
  • 2021 – 122,421 miles
  • 2020 – 121,083 miles
  • 2019 – 119,860 miles
  • 2016 – 118,860 miles
  • 2015 – 116,945 miles
  • 2014 – 114,140 miles
  • 2012 – 112,615 miles
  • 2011 – 103,180 miles
  • 2010 – 94,287 miles
  • 2009 – 86,921 miles
  • 2008 – 78,941 miles
  • 2007 – 74,860 miles
  • 2006 – 69,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,771 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel corroded hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing from buckle (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel large hole corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat back lever missing
  • AdvisoryBoth front seats looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine drive belt crackingRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Centre exhaust baffles broken

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,771 miles (+22)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    125,771 miles
    Test number
    462030814282
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel corroded hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing from buckle (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel large hole corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat back lever missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front seats loose
    • AdvisoryEngine drive belt cracking

  2. Fail125,749 miles (+700)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,749 miles
    Test number
    892611052701
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel corroded hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing from buckle (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel large hole corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver seat back lever missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front seats loose
    • AdvisoryEngine drive belt cracking
    • AdvisoryPower steering juddering on full lock

  3. Pass125,049 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,049 miles
    Test number
    228143107257
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both)(Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail125,046 miles (+905)2 dangerous1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,046 miles
    Test number
    866833029007
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Brake hose bulging (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both)(Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass124,141 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    124,141 miles
    Test number
    910108043725
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail124,138 miles (+880)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,138 miles
    Test number
    961900391642
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,258 miles (+837)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,258 miles
    Test number
    266458694611
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,421 miles (+1,338)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    122,421 miles
    Test number
    844749942757
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush split (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass121,083 miles (+1,223)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,083 miles
    Test number
    768580182823
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass119,860 miles (+8)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,860 miles
    Test number
    346623832315
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust baffles broken

  11. Fail119,852 miles (+4)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,852 miles
    Test number
    641855044548
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits running rough (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust baffles broken

  12. Fail119,848 miles (+988)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,848 miles
    Test number
    599334028074
    • DangerousBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail both rear (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust baffles broken

  13. Pass118,860 miles (+55)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    118,860 miles
    Test number
    710923194417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST HARD AGAINST BODY

  14. Fail118,805 miles (+1,860)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,805 miles
    Test number
    682942722750
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass116,945 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,945 miles
    Test number
    349682765138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Fail116,945 miles (+2,805)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,945 miles
    Test number
    267582355441
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Pass114,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,140 miles
    Test number
    317494454188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,140 miles (+1,525)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,140 miles
    Test number
    665603654124
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass112,615 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    112,615 miles
    Test number
    269077122240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail112,588 miles (+9,408)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,588 miles
    Test number
    349514122478
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  21. Pass103,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    103,180 miles
    Test number
    177849241274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail103,180 miles (+8,893)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,180 miles
    Test number
    928778141296
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass94,287 miles (+7,366)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    94,287 miles
    Test number
    991365440296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass86,921 miles (+804)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    86,921 miles
    Test number
    232239819225
    • NoteCoolant leak

  25. Pass86,117 miles (+7,176)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    86,117 miles
    Test number
    254124509253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  26. Pass78,941 miles (+4,081)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    78,941 miles
    Test number
    433403708228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,860 miles (+4,942)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,860 miles
    Test number
    472339917278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,918 miles
    Test number
    990066156125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail69,913 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,913 miles
    Test number
    440896156146
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T494 AGJ

Does T494 AGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T494 AGJ expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T494 AGJ?
The MOT on T494 AGJ expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T494 AGJ done?
T494 AGJ was recorded at 125,771 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 2,911 miles a year.
Has T494 AGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T494 AGJ has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T494 AGJ 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 T494 AGJ find?
T494 AGJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with 7 advisories: brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads low; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel corroded hole; nearside rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing from buckle, and 4 more.

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