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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T808 JTWMOT history

T808 JTW is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 172,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
172,649 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T808 JTW
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T808 JTW was last recorded at 172,649 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,649 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,649 miles
  • 2025 – 164,723 miles
  • 2024 – 157,295 miles
  • 2023 – 154,889 miles
  • 2022 – 134,020 miles
  • 2021 – 112,230 miles
  • 2020 – 112,179 miles
  • 2019 – 110,597 miles
  • 2018 – 108,410 miles
  • 2017 – 105,637 miles
  • 2016 – 101,346 miles
  • 2015 – 97,265 miles
  • 2014 – 92,817 miles
  • 2013 – 85,088 miles
  • 2012 – 75,522 miles
  • 2011 – 68,410 miles
  • 2010 – 64,145 miles
  • 2009 – 63,409 miles
  • 2008 – 62,316 miles
  • 2007 – 60,951 miles
  • 2006 – 55,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,649 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside track rod inner joint movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • N/s & o/s rear brakes slightly binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

34 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    172,649 miles
    Test number
    831519792474
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail172,649 miles (+7,926)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,649 miles
    Test number
    920851598678
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,723 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    164,723 miles
    Test number
    375818248620
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Whole rear beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail164,723 miles (+7,428)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,723 miles
    Test number
    236332334973
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Whole rear beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass157,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,295 miles
    Test number
    956970012447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail157,295 miles (+2,406)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,295 miles
    Test number
    693289789869
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass154,889 miles (+20,869)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,889 miles
    Test number
    764054400413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass134,020 miles (+21,790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    134,020 miles
    Test number
    768593551827
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass112,230 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    112,230 miles
    Test number
    750886911632
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner rack joint has play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail112,222 miles (+43)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,222 miles
    Test number
    868843834174
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod inner joint movement
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear brakes slightly binding

  11. Pass112,179 miles (+1,582)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,179 miles
    Test number
    316680253183
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod inner joint movement
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear brakes slightly binding

  12. Pass110,597 miles (+2,187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,597 miles
    Test number
    949381090360
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively n/s & o/s/r (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in n/s steering rack inner joint

  13. Pass108,410 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,410 miles
    Test number
    146365955828
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Reverse lamp not working.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail108,403 miles (+2,766)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,403 miles
    Test number
    498606209338
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe section . (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Reverse lamp not working.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass105,637 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    105,637 miles
    Test number
    829214112053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake slighty binding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail105,636 miles (+4,290)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,636 miles
    Test number
    738349621179
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake slighty binding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass101,346 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    101,346 miles
    Test number
    373533092461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail101,346 miles (+4,081)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,346 miles
    Test number
    503194021696
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass97,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    198836535442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,265 miles (+4,448)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    445426935060
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass92,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    667238544054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,817 miles (+7,729)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    167048344041
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass85,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    85,088 miles
    Test number
    196229443413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,088 miles (+9,566)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,088 miles
    Test number
    555459143070
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass75,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,522 miles
    Test number
    129484652492
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail75,522 miles (+7,112)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,522 miles
    Test number
    856644152096
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass68,410 miles (+34)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    68,410 miles
    Test number
    409095851098
    • NoteO/S/R outer brake pad getting low.

  28. Fail68,376 miles (+4,231)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,376 miles
    Test number
    296534051014
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteO/S/R outer brake pad getting low.

  29. Pass64,145 miles (+736)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,145 miles
    Test number
    191932540080
    • NoteFront brake disc's in poor condition

  30. Pass63,409 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,409 miles
    Test number
    862067539004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass62,316 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,316 miles
    Test number
    780945168080
    • 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)

  32. Fail62,316 miles (+1,365)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,316 miles
    Test number
    260785168074
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  33. Pass60,951 miles (+4,967)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,951 miles
    Test number
    502984167097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine under sheild fitted.

  34. Pass55,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    55,984 miles
    Test number
    842927966045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T808 JTW

Does T808 JTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T808 JTW is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T808 JTW?
The MOT on T808 JTW is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T808 JTW done?
T808 JTW was recorded at 172,649 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 5,835 miles a year.
Has T808 JTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T808 JTW has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T808 JTW 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 T808 JTW find?
T808 JTW passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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