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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T976 JKJMOT history

T976 JKJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 118,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2023
Mileage
118,931 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T976 JKJ
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
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T976 JKJ was last recorded at 118,931 miles on 30 Aug 2023, 202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,729 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
202 miles
Average per year
6,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,931 miles
  • 2022 – 108,914 miles
  • 2021 – 106,945 miles
  • 2020 – 99,144 miles
  • 2019 – 85,629 miles
  • 2018 – 74,045 miles
  • 2017 – 62,753 miles
  • 2016 – 54,692 miles
  • 2015 – 48,228 miles
  • 2014 – 38,593 miles
  • 2013 – 25,346 miles
  • 2012 – 24,139 miles
  • 2011 – 22,949 miles
  • 2010 – 21,601 miles
  • 2009 – 19,373 miles
  • 2008 – 17,189 miles
  • 2007 – 14,971 miles
  • 2006 – 14,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,931 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Axle has surface corrosion and could not fully inspect.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,931 miles (+202)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,931 miles
    Test number
    888589788687
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail118,729 miles (+9,815)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,729 miles
    Test number
    432386742748
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,914 miles (+1,969)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,914 miles
    Test number
    830593790725
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass106,945 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,945 miles
    Test number
    195188376330
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has surface corrosion and could not fully inspect.

  5. Fail106,943 miles (+7,799)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,943 miles
    Test number
    631244408219
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has surface corrosion and could not fully inspect.

  6. Pass99,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    99,144 miles
    Test number
    253483296163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,144 miles (+13,515)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,144 miles
    Test number
    683686573910
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass85,629 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    883843994387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,628 miles (+11,583)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,628 miles
    Test number
    421947789870
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Rear beam front main bushes detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass74,045 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,045 miles
    Test number
    299645528604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail74,044 miles (+11,291)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,044 miles
    Test number
    504542447407
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass62,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    901553752641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,753 miles (+8,061)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    864620527846
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  14. Pass54,692 miles (+6,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    54,692 miles
    Test number
    534295520384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass48,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    329422115421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,228 miles (+9,635)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    636202915295
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass38,593 miles (+13,247)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,593 miles
    Test number
    298031414237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,346 miles (+1,207)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    25,346 miles
    Test number
    877880193030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear wiper torn

  19. Pass24,139 miles (+1,190)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,139 miles
    Test number
    589070122101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,949 miles (+1,348)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,949 miles
    Test number
    775147901128
    • NoteUnable to check front brake pads due type of wheels fitted

  21. Pass21,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,601 miles
    Test number
    293956000147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,601 miles (+2,228)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,601 miles
    Test number
    581216800193
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front lower arm rear bushes started to seperate from bonding
    • NoteSlight leak from nearside inner c v boot

  23. Fail19,373 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,373 miles
    Test number
    582297529148
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass19,373 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,373 miles
    Test number
    973347929199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,189 miles (+2,218)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,189 miles
    Test number
    683118728181
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to split and perish

  26. Pass14,971 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,971 miles
    Test number
    241680537172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,426 miles
    Test number
    124054026147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T976 JKJ

Does T976 JKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T976 JKJ expired on 30 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T976 JKJ?
The MOT on T976 JKJ expired on 30 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T976 JKJ done?
T976 JKJ was recorded at 118,931 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2023, an average of 6,033 miles a year.
Has T976 JKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T976 JKJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T976 JKJ 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 T976 JKJ find?
T976 JKJ failed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2023 with 2 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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