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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T852 JBLMOT history

T852 JBL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 56,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
56,667 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T852 JBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T852 JBL was last recorded at 56,667 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,969 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,698 miles
Average per year
1,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,667 miles
  • 2025 – 54,969 miles
  • 2024 – 53,271 miles
  • 2023 – 52,022 miles
  • 2022 – 50,369 miles
  • 2021 – 47,979 miles
  • 2020 – 46,057 miles
  • 2019 – 42,384 miles
  • 2018 – 38,153 miles
  • 2017 – 33,190 miles
  • 2016 – 27,780 miles
  • 2009 – 27,773 miles
  • 2008 – 27,615 miles
  • 2007 – 27,216 miles
  • 2006 – 26,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,667 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,667 miles (+1,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    56,667 miles
    Test number
    890951877602
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass54,969 miles (+1,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,969 miles
    Test number
    509528377200
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass53,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    243738957253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail53,271 miles (+1,249)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    623268365915
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,022 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    52,022 miles
    Test number
    995979915278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail52,022 miles (+1,653)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,022 miles
    Test number
    242015974480
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass50,369 miles (+2,390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,369 miles
    Test number
    327404404196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass47,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,979 miles
    Test number
    813983436216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail47,979 miles (+1,922)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,979 miles
    Test number
    965245855612
    • MajorBraking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass46,057 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,057 miles
    Test number
    290511150093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,053 miles (+3,669)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,053 miles
    Test number
    413769626066
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass42,384 miles (+4,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,384 miles
    Test number
    879782073928
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass38,153 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    38,153 miles
    Test number
    298999875004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,152 miles (+4,962)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,152 miles
    Test number
    520866784552
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass33,190 miles (+5,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    396490070376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb coating (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal part of brake hose which runs along the axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb coating (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal part of brake hose which runs along the axle (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass27,780 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,780 miles
    Test number
    163987546083
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine mounts slightly weak
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight distortion on all tyres
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to brake discs

  17. Pass27,773 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,773 miles
    Test number
    391370099094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,615 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,615 miles
    Test number
    292726188003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,216 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,216 miles
    Test number
    881907187012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,415 miles
    Test number
    490992186075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T852 JBL

Does T852 JBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T852 JBL is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T852 JBL?
The MOT on T852 JBL is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T852 JBL done?
T852 JBL was recorded at 56,667 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 1,472 miles a year.
Has T852 JBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T852 JBL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T852 JBL 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 T852 JBL find?
T852 JBL passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; oil leak, but not excessive engine oil.

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