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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T556 JDBMOT history

T556 JDB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 114,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2024
Mileage
114,813 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T556 JDB
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
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T556 JDB was last recorded at 114,813 miles on 16 Jan 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,810 miles · 12 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,813 miles
  • 2022 – 114,743 miles
  • 2021 – 107,867 miles
  • 2020 – 103,961 miles
  • 2019 – 97,804 miles
  • 2018 – 92,982 miles
  • 2017 – 87,568 miles
  • 2016 – 84,338 miles
  • 2015 – 80,803 miles
  • 2014 – 77,141 miles
  • 2013 – 74,112 miles
  • 2012 – 70,897 miles
  • 2011 – 66,672 miles
  • 2010 – 61,847 miles
  • 2009 – 55,897 miles
  • 2008 – 51,809 miles
  • 2007 – 46,266 miles
  • 2006 – 40,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,813 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,813 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,813 miles
    Test number
    558265236312
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail114,810 miles (+67)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,810 miles
    Test number
    755752093384
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail114,743 miles (+6,876)8 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,743 miles
    Test number
    438358012260
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak breather hose (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass107,867 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,867 miles
    Test number
    431193257830
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail107,867 miles (+3,906)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,867 miles
    Test number
    780273596207
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,961 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    103,961 miles
    Test number
    930342158894
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail103,961 miles (+6,157)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,961 miles
    Test number
    850640930289
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,804 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,804 miles
    Test number
    166462792522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail97,804 miles (+4,822)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,804 miles
    Test number
    109759385579
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass92,982 miles (+5,414)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,982 miles
    Test number
    449389087671
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust clamp corroded

  11. Pass87,568 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,568 miles
    Test number
    458090444556
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail87,568 miles (+3,230)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,568 miles
    Test number
    362546278739
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass84,338 miles (+3,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,338 miles
    Test number
    879939387401
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass80,803 miles (+3,662)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,803 miles
    Test number
    339829485078
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass77,141 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,141 miles
    Test number
    855960484074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle bushes starting to crack
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  16. Fail77,141 miles (+3,029)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,141 miles
    Test number
    486770684095
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle bushes starting to crack
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  17. Pass74,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,112 miles
    Test number
    497635283083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Fail74,112 miles (+3,215)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,112 miles
    Test number
    705594783051
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass70,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,897 miles
    Test number
    238153992008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,897 miles (+4,225)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,897 miles
    Test number
    466043292068
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Fail66,672 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,672 miles
    Test number
    179453881460
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass66,672 miles (+4,825)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,672 miles
    Test number
    496113181080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,847 miles (+5,950)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    61,847 miles
    Test number
    703224780012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,897 miles
    Test number
    132735389490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,897 miles (+4,088)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,897 miles
    Test number
    871725789000
    • 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)

  26. Pass51,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,809 miles
    Test number
    344707488016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,809 miles (+5,543)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,809 miles
    Test number
    933057488010
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass46,266 miles (+5,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    734685087059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass40,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,824 miles
    Test number
    501986186019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T556 JDB

Does T556 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T556 JDB expired on 15 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T556 JDB?
The MOT on T556 JDB expired on 15 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T556 JDB done?
T556 JDB was recorded at 114,813 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2023, an average of 4,402 miles a year.
Has T556 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T556 JDB has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T556 JDB 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 T556 JDB find?
T556 JDB passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2023 with 10 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 7 more.

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