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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T542 JNCMOT history

T542 JNC is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2021 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 58,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2021
Mileage
58,865 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 JNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2021
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T542 JNC was last recorded at 58,865 miles on 10 Feb 2022, 10,292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,573 miles · 26 May 2020
Between the last two tests
10,292 miles
Average per year
1,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 58,865 miles
  • 2020 – 48,573 miles
  • 2016 – 48,502 miles
  • 2015 – 47,381 miles
  • 2014 – 46,394 miles
  • 2013 – 45,546 miles
  • 2012 – 44,191 miles
  • 2011 – 42,855 miles
  • 2010 – 40,626 miles
  • 2009 – 38,294 miles
  • 2008 – 36,567 miles
  • 2007 – 34,081 miles
  • 2006 – 31,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail58,865 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail58,865 miles (+10,292)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,865 miles
    Test number
    765140817661
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass48,573 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    48,573 miles
    Test number
    828830167386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass48,502 miles (+1,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,502 miles
    Test number
    464245984019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  4. Pass47,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    796222015138
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  5. Fail47,381 miles (+987)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    817892515101
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Fail46,394 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,394 miles
    Test number
    478076114121
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  7. Pass46,394 miles (+848)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,394 miles
    Test number
    708836814140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,546 miles (+1,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    367354713195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass44,191 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,191 miles
    Test number
    179116312135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail44,191 miles (+1,336)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,191 miles
    Test number
    505236112124
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass42,855 miles (+2,229)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,855 miles
    Test number
    557238811147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,626 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,626 miles
    Test number
    254769010109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail38,294 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,294 miles
    Test number
    310809619168
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Lower registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass38,294 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,294 miles
    Test number
    642579519189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,567 miles
    Test number
    212521728402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail36,567 miles (+2,486)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,567 miles
    Test number
    251911128422
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail34,081 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,081 miles
    Test number
    720523617153
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass34,081 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,081 miles
    Test number
    914373117183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,595 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,595 miles
    Test number
    140487616106
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWater in n/s/r light lens

Questions about T542 JNC

Does T542 JNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T542 JNC expired on 25 May 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T542 JNC?
The MOT on T542 JNC expired on 25 May 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T542 JNC done?
T542 JNC was recorded at 58,865 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2022, an average of 1,727 miles a year.
Has T542 JNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 JNC has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T542 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 T542 JNC find?
T542 JNC failed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 6 more.

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