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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T870 VKJMOT history

T870 VKJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 117,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
117,829 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T870 VKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T870 VKJ was last recorded at 117,829 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,829 miles · 24 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,829 miles
  • 2025 – 109,419 miles
  • 2024 – 101,288 miles
  • 2023 – 91,901 miles
  • 2022 – 79,251 miles
  • 2021 – 65,963 miles
  • 2020 – 59,527 miles
  • 2019 – 54,663 miles
  • 2018 – 47,844 miles
  • 2017 – 42,136 miles
  • 2016 – 41,653 miles
  • 2015 – 39,520 miles
  • 2014 – 37,061 miles
  • 2013 – 35,859 miles
  • 2012 – 34,325 miles
  • 2011 – 33,128 miles
  • 2010 – 31,136 miles
  • 2009 – 29,345 miles
  • 2008 – 27,619 miles
  • 2007 – 26,581 miles
  • 2006 – 24,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,829 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak from engine, rocker cover gasletRecorded 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.

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside & offside front Mc Pherson strut mounts have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,829 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    117,829 miles
    Test number
    330245184547
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine, rocker cover gaslet

  2. Fail117,829 miles (+8,410)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,829 miles
    Test number
    834275853599
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine, rocker cover gaslet

  3. Pass109,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    109,419 miles
    Test number
    885983514276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,419 miles (+8,131)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,419 miles
    Test number
    208696286115
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass101,288 miles (+9,387)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    101,288 miles
    Test number
    242665618990
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass91,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,901 miles
    Test number
    715276809861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,899 miles (+12,648)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,899 miles
    Test number
    718615834977
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass79,251 miles (+13,288)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,251 miles
    Test number
    978587265708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,963 miles
    Test number
    433664875408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,963 miles (+6,436)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,963 miles
    Test number
    494758318379
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass59,527 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    59,527 miles
    Test number
    717209102283
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front McPherson struts top mounts worn

  12. Fail59,527 miles (+4,864)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,527 miles
    Test number
    397439869286
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front McPherson struts top mounts worn

  13. Pass54,663 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,663 miles
    Test number
    384243782625
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front Mc Pherson strut mounts have slight play

  14. Fail54,663 miles (+6,819)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,663 miles
    Test number
    201252426107
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front Mc Pherson strut mounts have slight play

  15. Pass47,844 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,844 miles
    Test number
    259688252120
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment nearside & offside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play nearside & offside (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Fail47,844 miles (+5,708)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,844 miles
    Test number
    818488358458
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high nearside & offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment nearside & offside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play nearside & offside (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass42,136 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,136 miles
    Test number
    681213825833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,653 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,653 miles
    Test number
    342160504498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,520 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,520 miles
    Test number
    609959585196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,061 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,061 miles
    Test number
    246057794185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,859 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,859 miles
    Test number
    257893003270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,325 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,325 miles
    Test number
    376835892139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,128 miles (+1,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,128 miles
    Test number
    185274091155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass31,136 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,136 miles
    Test number
    871574090131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,345 miles
    Test number
    514627599121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,345 miles (+1,726)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,345 miles
    Test number
    970927299181
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  27. Pass27,619 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,619 miles
    Test number
    944040208278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,581 miles (+2,572)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,581 miles
    Test number
    383101707442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,009 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,009 miles
    Test number
    952172006226
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn heaverly on iner and outer edges

Questions about T870 VKJ

Does T870 VKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T870 VKJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T870 VKJ?
The MOT on T870 VKJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T870 VKJ done?
T870 VKJ was recorded at 117,829 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 4,707 miles a year.
Has T870 VKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T870 VKJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T870 VKJ 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 T870 VKJ find?
T870 VKJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: offside side repeater slightly discoloured; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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