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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T996 JJUMOT history

T996 JJU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 208,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2024
Mileage
208,049 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T996 JJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T996 JJU was last recorded at 208,049 miles on 21 Jul 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,048 miles · 9 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 208,049 miles
  • 2021 – 205,728 miles
  • 2020 – 194,163 miles
  • 2019 – 178,768 miles
  • 2018 – 164,883 miles
  • 2017 – 157,462 miles
  • 2016 – 150,218 miles
  • 2015 – 140,696 miles
  • 2014 – 133,067 miles
  • 2013 – 127,091 miles
  • 2012 – 121,907 miles
  • 2011 – 115,505 miles
  • 2010 – 108,599 miles
  • 2009 – 99,769 miles
  • 2008 – 92,443 miles
  • 2007 – 81,180 miles
  • 2006 – 68,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,049 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,049 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    208,049 miles
    Test number
    815254102466
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail208,048 miles (+2,320)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,048 miles
    Test number
    693035199401
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Both side inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass205,728 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    205,728 miles
    Test number
    593725292329
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail205,728 miles (+11,565)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,728 miles
    Test number
    282886860619
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass194,163 miles (+15,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    194,163 miles
    Test number
    768620200807
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass178,768 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    178,768 miles
    Test number
    902044830547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail178,758 miles (+13,875)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,758 miles
    Test number
    467464586073
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass164,883 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    164,883 miles
    Test number
    544864859281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Slight brake bind

  9. Fail164,883 miles (+7,421)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,883 miles
    Test number
    359940546816
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Slight brake bind

  10. Pass157,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    157,462 miles
    Test number
    645469348957
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort
    • AdvisorySlight brake pedal travel

  11. Fail157,462 miles (+7,244)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,462 miles
    Test number
    877151783586
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort
    • AdvisorySlight brake pedal travel

  12. Pass150,218 miles (+9,522)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    150,218 miles
    Test number
    357145318799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass140,696 miles (+7,629)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    140,696 miles
    Test number
    267228415443
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight bind on rear brakes

  14. Pass133,067 miles (+5,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    133,067 miles
    Test number
    858111724180
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass127,091 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    127,091 miles
    Test number
    868517003136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,907 miles (+6,402)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    121,907 miles
    Test number
    346509402197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight bind on rear brakes

  17. Pass115,505 miles (+6,906)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    115,505 miles
    Test number
    116415401124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,599 miles (+8,830)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    108,599 miles
    Test number
    801162110172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,769 miles (+7,326)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    99,769 miles
    Test number
    792794409157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,443 miles (+11,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    92,443 miles
    Test number
    524959818177
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass81,180 miles (+12,320)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    81,180 miles
    Test number
    192498407101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    68,860 miles
    Test number
    561715596054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T996 JJU

Does T996 JJU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T996 JJU expired on 20 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T996 JJU?
The MOT on T996 JJU expired on 20 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T996 JJU done?
T996 JJU was recorded at 208,049 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2023, an average of 8,049 miles a year.
Has T996 JJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T996 JJU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T996 JJU 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 T996 JJU find?
T996 JJU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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