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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T565 JDBMOT history

T565 JDB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 145,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
145,476 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T565 JDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T565 JDB was last recorded at 145,476 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,474 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,476 miles
  • 2024 – 139,304 miles
  • 2023 – 133,923 miles
  • 2022 – 125,582 miles
  • 2021 – 116,281 miles
  • 2020 – 102,879 miles
  • 2019 – 97,925 miles
  • 2018 – 92,107 miles
  • 2017 – 86,370 miles
  • 2016 – 78,394 miles
  • 2015 – 69,796 miles
  • 2013 – 58,291 miles
  • 2012 – 55,180 miles
  • 2011 – 53,469 miles
  • 2010 – 51,765 miles
  • 2009 – 50,152 miles
  • 2008 – 48,308 miles
  • 2007 – 45,202 miles
  • 2006 – 41,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,476 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,476 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    145,476 miles
    Test number
    224278745256
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail145,474 miles (+6,170)1 dangerous17 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,474 miles
    Test number
    399776682254
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not checked (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass139,304 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    139,304 miles
    Test number
    308676528768
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail139,295 miles (+5,372)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,295 miles
    Test number
    642984408188
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass133,923 miles (+189)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,923 miles
    Test number
    434224363098
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail133,734 miles (+8,152)11 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,734 miles
    Test number
    633366522815
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass125,582 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,582 miles
    Test number
    338426007300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail125,543 miles (+9,262)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,543 miles
    Test number
    641385347805
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass116,281 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    116,281 miles
    Test number
    711101726695
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail116,281 miles (+13,402)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,281 miles
    Test number
    859292838725
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass102,879 miles (+4,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    102,879 miles
    Test number
    969598389749
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail97,925 miles (+5,818)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,925 miles
    Test number
    147026116587
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass92,107 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,107 miles
    Test number
    567065490578
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin just starting to get a little low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both axle mounting bushes deteroriated (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  14. Fail92,104 miles (+5,734)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,104 miles
    Test number
    388813074538
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin just starting to get a little low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has a lot of travel
  15. Pass86,370 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,370 miles
    Test number
    361715312120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,336 miles (+7,942)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,336 miles
    Test number
    276501640908
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings rack end (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  17. Pass78,394 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,394 miles
    Test number
    915392738865
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush nearside and offside rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met requirements
  18. Fail78,394 miles (+8,598)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,394 miles
    Test number
    459960022513
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush nearside and offside rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner rack end excessive play
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met requirements
  19. Pass69,796 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,796 miles
    Test number
    705738805043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront washers not the best
  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    375209143138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,291 miles (+3,111)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,291 miles
    Test number
    888769643179
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass55,180 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,180 miles
    Test number
    185051762425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,469 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,469 miles
    Test number
    988136751044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,765 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,765 miles
    Test number
    114357150481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,152 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,152 miles
    Test number
    161525259000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    48,308 miles
    Test number
    343900368006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail48,308 miles (+3,106)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,308 miles
    Test number
    791290868000
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  28. Pass45,202 miles (+3,703)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,202 miles
    Test number
    172888357030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,499 miles
    Test number
    360059056059
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T565 JDB

Does T565 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T565 JDB expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T565 JDB?
The MOT on T565 JDB expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T565 JDB done?
T565 JDB was recorded at 145,476 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 5,329 miles a year.
Has T565 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T565 JDB has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T565 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 T565 JDB find?
T565 JDB passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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