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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T733 LJNMOT history

T733 LJN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 140,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2026
Mileage
140,124 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T733 LJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2026
Latest MOT test
6 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T733 LJN was last recorded at 140,124 miles on 6 May 2025, 4,626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2010: 120,133 miles, lower than 129,113 miles on 20 Feb 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
135,498 miles · 30 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
4,626 miles
Average per year
1,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,124 miles
  • 2024 – 135,498 miles
  • 2023 – 133,947 miles
  • 2022 – 133,941 miles
  • 2020 – 133,921 miles
  • 2016 – 131,895 miles
  • 2015 – 131,183 miles
  • 2013 – 130,150 miles
  • 2012 – 127,836 miles
  • 2010 – 120,133 miles
  • 2007 – 118,758 miles
  • 2006 – 109,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,124 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,124 miles (+4,626)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,124 miles
    Test number
    374569238883
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass135,498 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,498 miles
    Test number
    678591668899
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail135,498 miles (+1,551)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,498 miles
    Test number
    753840243147
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass133,947 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    133,947 miles
    Test number
    974062697736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement AXLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement AXLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail133,947 miles (+6)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,947 miles
    Test number
    926709098109
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement AXLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement AXLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,941 miles (+20)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,941 miles
    Test number
    300275342725
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass133,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    133,921 miles
    Test number
    158097034292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail133,921 miles (+2,026)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,921 miles
    Test number
    909534587592
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass131,895 miles (+712)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    131,895 miles
    Test number
    531222603572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,183 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,183 miles
    Test number
    157717855486
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass131,183 miles (+1,033)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    131,183 miles
    Test number
    748907955028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,150 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    130,150 miles
    Test number
    415215803405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,836 miles (+7,703)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    127,836 miles
    Test number
    278657902358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass120,133 miles (-8,980)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    120,133 miles
    Test number
    302712730131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail129,113 miles (+10,355)1 dangerous12 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,113 miles
    Test number
    902301250048
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteN/s front wheel fouling on inner arch cover

  16. Pass118,758 miles (+9,380)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    118,758 miles
    Test number
    783582177109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    109,378 miles
    Test number
    371314326114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T733 LJN

Does T733 LJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T733 LJN expired on 5 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T733 LJN?
The MOT on T733 LJN expired on 5 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T733 LJN done?
T733 LJN was recorded at 140,124 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2025, an average of 1,618 miles a year.
Has T733 LJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T733 LJN has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T733 LJN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T733 LJN find?
T733 LJN passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from centre clamp; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount, and 2 more.

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