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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T523 JGPMOT history

T523 JGP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,873 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T523 JGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T523 JGP was last recorded at 89,873 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,872 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,873 miles
  • 2025 – 88,118 miles
  • 2024 – 87,834 miles
  • 2023 – 85,778 miles
  • 2022 – 79,608 miles
  • 2021 – 75,719 miles
  • 2020 – 75,220 miles
  • 2019 – 71,919 miles
  • 2018 – 69,072 miles
  • 2017 – 66,225 miles
  • 2016 – 64,509 miles
  • 2015 – 63,265 miles
  • 2014 – 62,394 miles
  • 2013 – 61,730 miles
  • 2012 – 59,890 miles
  • 2011 – 59,004 miles
  • 2010 – 56,839 miles
  • 2009 – 54,362 miles
  • 2008 – 53,122 miles
  • 2007 – 49,932 miles
  • 2006 – 47,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,873 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 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 Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,873 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,873 miles
    Test number
    896480663477
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail89,872 miles (+1,754)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,872 miles
    Test number
    752750867238
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass88,118 miles (+284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,118 miles
    Test number
    720375869805
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass87,834 miles (+2,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,834 miles
    Test number
    696987517600
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass85,778 miles (+6,170)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    85,778 miles
    Test number
    284895073448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    842825118863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,606 miles (+3,887)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,606 miles
    Test number
    596589426055
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass75,719 miles (+499)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    75,719 miles
    Test number
    774494874147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,220 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,220 miles
    Test number
    666657611181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail75,189 miles (+3,270)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,189 miles
    Test number
    192523023650
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,919 miles
    Test number
    652383446531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,919 miles (+2,847)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,919 miles
    Test number
    353754989955
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass69,072 miles (+2,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,072 miles
    Test number
    548178670972
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass66,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,225 miles
    Test number
    249110776869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,214 miles (+1,705)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    107274625220
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass64,509 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,509 miles
    Test number
    615523101721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,497 miles (+1,232)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    561048923770
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass63,265 miles (+871)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,265 miles
    Test number
    867038645065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,394 miles (+664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,394 miles
    Test number
    429669344025
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass61,730 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,730 miles
    Test number
    247846953066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,890 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,890 miles
    Test number
    678034352044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,889 miles (+885)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,889 miles
    Test number
    459611652065
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  23. Pass59,004 miles (+2,165)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,004 miles
    Test number
    276113851077
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service 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

  24. Pass56,839 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,839 miles
    Test number
    532930460091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,362 miles (+1,240)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,362 miles
    Test number
    941604349088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail53,122 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,122 miles
    Test number
    472895668081
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass53,122 miles (+3,190)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,122 miles
    Test number
    531545668018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,932 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,932 miles
    Test number
    564087537012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,382 miles
    Test number
    990425766002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T523 JGP

Does T523 JGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T523 JGP is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T523 JGP?
The MOT on T523 JGP is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T523 JGP done?
T523 JGP was recorded at 89,873 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 2,132 miles a year.
Has T523 JGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T523 JGP has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T523 JGP 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 T523 JGP find?
T523 JGP passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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