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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T987 JGYMOT history

T987 JGY is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 172,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2023
Mileage
172,184 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T987 JGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T987 JGY was last recorded at 172,184 miles on 5 Sept 2022, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,169 miles · 29 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
7,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 172,184 miles
  • 2021 – 161,105 miles
  • 2020 – 151,056 miles
  • 2019 – 137,130 miles
  • 2015 – 132,993 miles
  • 2014 – 123,390 miles
  • 2013 – 115,495 miles
  • 2012 – 112,450 miles
  • 2011 – 99,247 miles
  • 2010 – 88,377 miles
  • 2009 – 79,944 miles
  • 2008 – 70,366 miles
  • 2007 – 50,263 miles
  • 2006 – 47,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,184 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,184 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    172,184 miles
    Test number
    254649389541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail172,169 miles (+11,064)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,169 miles
    Test number
    941093421982
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass161,105 miles (+10,049)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    161,105 miles
    Test number
    419857754819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass151,056 miles (+26)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    151,056 miles
    Test number
    930016872965
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail151,030 miles (+13,900)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,030 miles
    Test number
    308263313827
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass137,130 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,130 miles
    Test number
    674657358656
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail137,125 miles (+4,132)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,125 miles
    Test number
    123656171633
    • DangerousFront Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability both front (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Coil spring modified so the suspension is inoperative both rear (5.3.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass132,993 miles (+9,603)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    132,993 miles
    Test number
    236625415192
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers smearing slightly

  9. Pass123,390 miles (+7,895)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    123,390 miles
    Test number
    865405104126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,495 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    115,495 miles
    Test number
    456344613130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail115,495 miles (+3,045)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,495 miles
    Test number
    875360713174
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass112,450 miles (+13,203)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    112,450 miles
    Test number
    707405432231
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass99,247 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    99,247 miles
    Test number
    745318311223
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  14. Fail99,247 miles (+10,870)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,247 miles
    Test number
    439028711265
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass88,377 miles (+8,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,377 miles
    Test number
    160380940212
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass79,944 miles (+9,578)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,944 miles
    Test number
    611192929107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePAS hose damp
    • NoteBoth outer sills damaged
    • NoteCorrosion to rear coil springs
    • NoteOil leaks

  17. Pass70,366 miles (+20,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    70,366 miles
    Test number
    584548828134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass50,263 miles (+2,380)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    50,263 miles
    Test number
    732899687089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,883 miles
    Test number
    573906416102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T987 JGY

Does T987 JGY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T987 JGY expired on 21 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T987 JGY?
The MOT on T987 JGY expired on 21 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T987 JGY done?
T987 JGY was recorded at 172,184 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2022, an average of 7,597 miles a year.
Has T987 JGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T987 JGY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T987 JGY 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 T987 JGY find?
T987 JGY passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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