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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T889 JBLMOT history

T889 JBL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
79,876 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 JBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 JBL was last recorded at 79,876 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 8,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,787 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,089 miles
Average per year
2,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,876 miles
  • 2025 – 71,787 miles
  • 2022 – 70,349 miles
  • 2021 – 69,201 miles
  • 2020 – 69,122 miles
  • 2019 – 66,084 miles
  • 2018 – 62,836 miles
  • 2017 – 58,908 miles
  • 2016 – 56,516 miles
  • 2015 – 53,606 miles
  • 2014 – 51,843 miles
  • 2013 – 50,172 miles
  • 2012 – 47,079 miles
  • 2011 – 44,574 miles
  • 2010 – 39,740 miles
  • 2009 – 36,986 miles
  • 2008 – 34,008 miles
  • 2007 – 30,727 miles
  • 2006 – 27,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,876 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear axel slight surface corroded

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,876 miles (+8,089)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    79,876 miles
    Test number
    618751707671
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axel slight surface corroded

  2. Pass71,787 miles (+1,438)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    71,787 miles
    Test number
    783128792423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,349 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,349 miles
    Test number
    352603630367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail70,349 miles (+1,148)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,349 miles
    Test number
    173807891167
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot missing clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass69,201 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,201 miles
    Test number
    126249842451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass69,122 miles (+3,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,122 miles
    Test number
    324239088504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass66,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    453048557146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,084 miles (+3,248)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    310911126541
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass62,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,836 miles
    Test number
    293702886047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,836 miles (+3,928)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,836 miles
    Test number
    763074415306
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass58,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    409427371636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,908 miles (+2,392)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    155672800086
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass56,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,516 miles
    Test number
    159644171785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,516 miles (+2,910)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,516 miles
    Test number
    297497144447
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass53,606 miles (+1,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,606 miles
    Test number
    445371065069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,843 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,843 miles
    Test number
    918496064065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,172 miles (+3,093)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,172 miles
    Test number
    665059343050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,079 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,079 miles
    Test number
    848856362091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,574 miles (+4,834)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,574 miles
    Test number
    747176651013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass39,740 miles (+2,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,740 miles
    Test number
    902852660040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass36,986 miles (+2,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,986 miles
    Test number
    702641079064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass34,008 miles (+3,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,008 miles
    Test number
    181183058494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass30,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,727 miles
    Test number
    133140247056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,727 miles (+3,468)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,727 miles
    Test number
    134100947449
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass27,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,259 miles
    Test number
    461295666038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T889 JBL

Does T889 JBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T889 JBL is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T889 JBL?
The MOT on T889 JBL is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T889 JBL done?
T889 JBL was recorded at 79,876 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 2,626 miles a year.
Has T889 JBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 JBL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T889 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 T889 JBL find?
T889 JBL passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear axel slight surface corroded.

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