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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T525 JKOMOT history

T525 JKO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 40,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2026
Mileage
40,484 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T525 JKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T525 JKO was last recorded at 40,484 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,031 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
453 miles
Average per year
1,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 40,484 miles
  • 2024 – 40,031 miles
  • 2023 – 39,382 miles
  • 2022 – 38,742 miles
  • 2021 – 38,326 miles
  • 2020 – 38,118 miles
  • 2019 – 37,143 miles
  • 2018 – 34,930 miles
  • 2017 – 32,021 miles
  • 2016 – 28,398 miles
  • 2015 – 23,891 miles
  • 2014 – 19,669 miles
  • 2013 – 16,317 miles
  • 2012 – 13,817 miles
  • 2011 – 12,581 miles
  • 2010 – 12,023 miles
  • 2009 – 11,394 miles
  • 2008 – 10,586 miles
  • 2007 – 9,474 miles
  • 2006 – 9,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,484 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under shields fitted obscuring certain test items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,484 miles (+453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    40,484 miles
    Test number
    671517053784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass40,031 miles (+649)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    40,031 miles
    Test number
    879152859884
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass39,382 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    245995159315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass38,742 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    38,742 miles
    Test number
    171437200797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass38,326 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    38,326 miles
    Test number
    383553710489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,118 miles (+975)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    38,118 miles
    Test number
    186123941346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    37,143 miles
    Test number
    456680338913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail37,143 miles (+2,213)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,143 miles
    Test number
    994867231786
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  9. Pass34,930 miles (+2,909)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    34,930 miles
    Test number
    417538485519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,021 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,021 miles
    Test number
    690622861765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted obscuring certain test items

  11. Fail32,020 miles (+3,622)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,020 miles
    Test number
    494124291510
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted obscuring certain test items

  12. Pass28,398 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    28,398 miles
    Test number
    305765024578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,391 miles (+4,500)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,391 miles
    Test number
    305658324640
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

  14. Pass23,891 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    23,891 miles
    Test number
    295393465493
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked and worn
    • NoteNearside rear rtyre cracked

  15. Fail23,890 miles (+4,221)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,890 miles
    Test number
    947523665166
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked and worn
    • NoteNearside rear rtyre cracked

  16. Pass19,669 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    19,669 miles
    Test number
    218607864196
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNsf tyre cracking side walls

  17. Fail19,669 miles (+3,352)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,669 miles
    Test number
    976017664169
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNsf tyre cracking side walls

  18. Pass16,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,317 miles
    Test number
    535341173143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail16,317 miles (+2,500)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,317 miles
    Test number
    338130973111
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass13,817 miles (+1,236)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    13,817 miles
    Test number
    498852772134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass12,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,581 miles
    Test number
    315591271134
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  22. Fail12,581 miles (+558)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,581 miles
    Test number
    749781771115
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass12,023 miles (+629)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    12,023 miles
    Test number
    682875960153
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePVC undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.
    • NoteRear number plate slightly dirty.

  24. Pass11,394 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    11,394 miles
    Test number
    654839469178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,586 miles
    Test number
    203663278171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail10,586 miles (+1,112)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,586 miles
    Test number
    213093478188
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass9,474 miles (+453)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,474 miles
    Test number
    461557967112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    9,021 miles
    Test number
    833654076158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail9,021 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,021 miles
    Test number
    864794776169
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T525 JKO

Does T525 JKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T525 JKO expired on 4 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T525 JKO?
The MOT on T525 JKO expired on 4 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T525 JKO done?
T525 JKO was recorded at 40,484 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 1,676 miles a year.
Has T525 JKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T525 JKO has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T525 JKO 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 T525 JKO find?
T525 JKO passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear brake hose.

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