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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T949 JLKMOT history

T949 JLK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 151,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2023
Mileage
151,139 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T949 JLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T949 JLK was last recorded at 151,139 miles on 5 Feb 2022, 616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,523 miles · 5 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
616 miles
Average per year
4,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,139 miles
  • 2020 – 150,523 miles
  • 2019 – 147,338 miles
  • 2018 – 143,285 miles
  • 2017 – 139,856 miles
  • 2016 – 136,532 miles
  • 2015 – 132,371 miles
  • 2014 – 128,621 miles
  • 2013 – 126,475 miles
  • 2012 – 124,976 miles
  • 2011 – 119,613 miles
  • 2010 – 112,782 miles
  • 2009 – 106,727 miles
  • 2008 – 99,140 miles
  • 2007 – 94,034 miles
  • 2006 – 88,016 miles
  • 2005 – 82,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,139 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,139 miles (+616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,139 miles
    Test number
    345987269984
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass150,523 miles (+3,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,523 miles
    Test number
    820616921489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass147,338 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    147,338 miles
    Test number
    890662538276
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  4. Fail147,334 miles (+4,049)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,334 miles
    Test number
    969947776866
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  5. Pass143,285 miles (+3,429)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    143,285 miles
    Test number
    935816889034
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake lever on caliper not fully returning
    • AdvisoryRear brakes imbalanced 29%

  6. Pass139,856 miles (+294)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    139,856 miles
    Test number
    381834455434
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake low efficiency
    • AdvisoryRear brake lines greased

  7. Fail139,562 miles (+3,030)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,562 miles
    Test number
    127222186003
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  8. Pass136,532 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    136,532 miles
    Test number
    729043837173
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear and axle pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAircon radiator swollen causing deformation of lower bumper

  9. Fail136,508 miles (+4,137)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,508 miles
    Test number
    370820339793
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear and axle pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAircon radiator swollen causing deformation of lower bumper

  10. Pass132,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    132,371 miles
    Test number
    114890847831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail132,371 miles (+3,750)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,371 miles
    Test number
    348776623471
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass128,621 miles (+2,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    128,621 miles
    Test number
    365373004320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail126,475 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,475 miles
    Test number
    417580813397
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)

  14. Pass126,475 miles (+1,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    126,475 miles
    Test number
    419710213442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)

  15. Pass124,976 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    124,976 miles
    Test number
    135909832330
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail124,976 miles (+5,363)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,976 miles
    Test number
    216219132308
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass119,613 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    119,613 miles
    Test number
    209612541396
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail119,613 miles (+6,831)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,613 miles
    Test number
    435651941394
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass112,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    112,782 miles
    Test number
    952310140391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail112,782 miles (+6,055)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,782 miles
    Test number
    703320340390
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken

  21. Pass106,727 miles (+7,587)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    106,727 miles
    Test number
    182891249390
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f outer c.v. boot pin holed

  22. Pass99,140 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    99,140 miles
    Test number
    422070248425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass94,034 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    94,034 miles
    Test number
    273041447325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteEngine breater hose split and is taped up

  24. Fail94,034 miles (+6,018)2 dangerous9 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,034 miles
    Test number
    310050747382
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteEngine breater hose split and is taped up

  25. Pass88,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    88,016 miles
    Test number
    731401346366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail88,016 miles (+5,391)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,016 miles
    Test number
    771301146341
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass82,625 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    82,625 miles
    Test number
    430263215321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,610 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,610 miles
    Test number
    750001615380
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T949 JLK

Does T949 JLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T949 JLK expired on 4 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T949 JLK?
The MOT on T949 JLK expired on 4 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T949 JLK done?
T949 JLK was recorded at 151,139 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2022, an average of 4,218 miles a year.
Has T949 JLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T949 JLK has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on T949 JLK 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 T949 JLK find?
T949 JLK passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded.

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