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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T718 JGTMOT history

T718 JGT is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 75,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2021
Mileage
75,332 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T718 JGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T718 JGT was last recorded at 75,332 miles on 10 Aug 2022, 6,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,281 miles · 22 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
6,051 miles
Average per year
2,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 75,332 miles
  • 2020 – 69,281 miles
  • 2019 – 67,097 miles
  • 2018 – 65,754 miles
  • 2017 – 64,193 miles
  • 2016 – 62,753 miles
  • 2015 – 61,469 miles
  • 2014 – 60,111 miles
  • 2013 – 58,793 miles
  • 2012 – 57,584 miles
  • 2011 – 56,147 miles
  • 2010 – 54,596 miles
  • 2009 – 52,285 miles
  • 2008 – 49,879 miles
  • 2007 – 47,538 miles
  • 2005 – 29,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail75,332 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil around engine

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail75,332 miles (+6,051)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,332 miles
    Test number
    431499901301
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil around engine

  2. Pass69,281 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,281 miles
    Test number
    544393550679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,097 miles (+1,343)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,097 miles
    Test number
    702650861405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass65,754 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,754 miles
    Test number
    552730787923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail65,753 miles (+1,560)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,753 miles
    Test number
    718109704922
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass64,193 miles (+1,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,193 miles
    Test number
    623271791516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box baffles noisy/corroded

  7. Pass62,753 miles (+1,284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    884560938247
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWiper Blades Worn

  8. Pass61,469 miles (+1,358)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,469 miles
    Test number
    568587315116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,111 miles
    Test number
    929728514168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,111 miles (+1,318)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,111 miles
    Test number
    958858514162
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass58,793 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,793 miles
    Test number
    118236913116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,584 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,584 miles
    Test number
    267665312107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,147 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,147 miles
    Test number
    447578211122
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass56,147 miles (+1,551)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,147 miles
    Test number
    899578211127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,596 miles
    Test number
    493248410168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,596 miles (+2,311)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,596 miles
    Test number
    410098010148
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass52,285 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,285 miles
    Test number
    254167919453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,879 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,879 miles
    Test number
    781852728165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    47,538 miles
    Test number
    380037707133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,538 miles (+17,942)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,538 miles
    Test number
    260406507192
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass29,596 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    29,596 miles
    Test number
    294275885217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T718 JGT

Does T718 JGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T718 JGT expired on 30 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T718 JGT?
The MOT on T718 JGT expired on 30 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T718 JGT done?
T718 JGT was recorded at 75,332 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2022, an average of 2,718 miles a year.
Has T718 JGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T718 JGT has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T718 JGT 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 T718 JGT find?
T718 JGT failed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 7 more.

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