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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,324 cc

T550 JAHMOT history

T550 JAH is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2023
Mileage
112,047 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T550 JAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T550 JAH was last recorded at 112,047 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 12,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,902 miles · 9 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
12,145 miles
Average per year
4,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,047 miles
  • 2020 – 99,902 miles
  • 2019 – 84,834 miles
  • 2018 – 82,682 miles
  • 2017 – 80,978 miles
  • 2016 – 79,894 miles
  • 2015 – 78,877 miles
  • 2014 – 77,049 miles
  • 2013 – 74,307 miles
  • 2012 – 69,119 miles
  • 2011 – 65,405 miles
  • 2010 – 62,389 miles
  • 2009 – 57,192 miles
  • 2008 – 53,986 miles
  • 2007 – 49,069 miles
  • 2006 – 45,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,047 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Floor corroded around bung.

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,047 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,047 miles
    Test number
    967018345027
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Floor corroded around bung.

  2. Fail112,047 miles (+12,145)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,047 miles
    Test number
    718940061545
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working Front and back. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Floor corroded around bung.

  3. Pass99,902 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    554426256524
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail99,902 miles (+15,068)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    233697900436
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass84,834 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,834 miles
    Test number
    415853254609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail84,833 miles (+2,151)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,833 miles
    Test number
    355832580564
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass82,682 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,682 miles
    Test number
    369863708925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,978 miles (+1,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,978 miles
    Test number
    978726087299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass79,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,894 miles
    Test number
    808758180849
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail79,894 miles (+1,017)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,894 miles
    Test number
    506050320243
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass78,877 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    268331675070
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail78,877 miles (+1,828)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    965330375016
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass77,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    305303974040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,049 miles (+2,742)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    469263574013
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass74,307 miles (+5,188)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,307 miles
    Test number
    937542373029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,119 miles (+3,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,119 miles
    Test number
    447582262086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass65,405 miles (+3,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    65,405 miles
    Test number
    877665131077
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass62,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    62,389 miles
    Test number
    180237150401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,389 miles (+5,197)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,389 miles
    Test number
    330407450008
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass57,192 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    57,192 miles
    Test number
    261397359003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,986 miles (+4,917)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,986 miles
    Test number
    100029288053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,069 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,069 miles
    Test number
    602496767038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,081 miles
    Test number
    792904446043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,081 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,081 miles
    Test number
    763991346055
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Questions about T550 JAH

Does T550 JAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T550 JAH expired on 13 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T550 JAH?
The MOT on T550 JAH expired on 13 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T550 JAH done?
T550 JAH was recorded at 112,047 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 4,205 miles a year.
Has T550 JAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T550 JAH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T550 JAH 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 T550 JAH find?
T550 JAH passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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