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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T803 MKJMOT history

T803 MKJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 147,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2025
Mileage
147,703 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2024
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T803 MKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2025
Latest MOT test
22 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T803 MKJ was last recorded at 147,703 miles on 22 May 2024, 6,792 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2011: 74,294 miles, lower than 74,921 miles on 21 Mar 2011.

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
140,911 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
6,792 miles
Average per year
5,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,703 miles
  • 2023 – 140,911 miles
  • 2022 – 137,004 miles
  • 2021 – 133,178 miles
  • 2020 – 129,093 miles
  • 2019 – 124,256 miles
  • 2018 – 118,599 miles
  • 2017 – 113,589 miles
  • 2016 – 106,616 miles
  • 2015 – 106,540 miles
  • 2014 – 97,400 miles
  • 2013 – 86,063 miles
  • 2012 – 79,836 miles
  • 2011 – 74,294 miles
  • 2010 – 70,534 miles
  • 2009 – 66,678 miles
  • 2008 – 62,717 miles
  • 2007 – 57,224 miles
  • 2006 – 51,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,703 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    147,703 miles
    Test number
    837874804696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,703 miles (+6,792)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,703 miles
    Test number
    162140233679
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass140,911 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,911 miles
    Test number
    863563128752
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail140,910 miles (+3,906)1 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,910 miles
    Test number
    498883111409
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass137,004 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,004 miles
    Test number
    859705451358
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend change asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend change asap 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail137,003 miles (+3,825)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,003 miles
    Test number
    718398982601
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases after down pipe after flexi/cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s + o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend change asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend change asap 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass133,178 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    133,178 miles
    Test number
    981961911603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail133,175 miles (+4,082)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,175 miles
    Test number
    759576192704
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass129,093 miles (+4,837)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    129,093 miles
    Test number
    583801159978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,256 miles (+5,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,256 miles
    Test number
    980694657118
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass118,599 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,599 miles
    Test number
    604965410913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail118,599 miles (+5,010)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,599 miles
    Test number
    998335123841
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play inner rack joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass113,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    113,589 miles
    Test number
    267477775185
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on n/sf wing

  14. Fail113,589 miles (+6,973)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,589 miles
    Test number
    165413769648
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on n/sf wing

  15. Pass106,616 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,616 miles
    Test number
    921965032687
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play track rod inner (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail106,616 miles (+76)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,616 miles
    Test number
    985268536116
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play track rod inner (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail106,540 miles (+9,140)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,540 miles
    Test number
    125912625067
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  18. Pass97,400 miles (+11,337)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,400 miles
    Test number
    355634024093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    86,063 miles
    Test number
    727748323085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail86,063 miles (+6,227)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,063 miles
    Test number
    277198623021
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass79,836 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,836 miles
    Test number
    408479162056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  22. Fail79,836 miles (+5,542)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,836 miles
    Test number
    875639462039
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  23. Pass74,294 miles (-627)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,294 miles
    Test number
    518862481018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,921 miles (+53)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,921 miles
    Test number
    328440081097
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail74,868 miles (+4,334)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,868 miles
    Test number
    786813971077
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  26. Pass70,534 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,534 miles
    Test number
    223524080028
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  27. Fail70,534 miles (+3,856)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,534 miles
    Test number
    344054480011
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  28. Pass66,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,678 miles
    Test number
    154632479447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail66,678 miles (+3,961)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,678 miles
    Test number
    234652479062
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass62,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,717 miles
    Test number
    163436268441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail62,717 miles (+5,493)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,717 miles
    Test number
    170606368045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass57,224 miles (+5,621)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,224 miles
    Test number
    573104467074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass51,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,603 miles
    Test number
    321805876057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T803 MKJ

Does T803 MKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T803 MKJ expired on 21 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T803 MKJ?
The MOT on T803 MKJ expired on 21 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T803 MKJ done?
T803 MKJ was recorded at 147,703 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2024, an average of 5,285 miles a year.
Has T803 MKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T803 MKJ has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T803 MKJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T803 MKJ find?
T803 MKJ passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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