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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

V29 JJWMOT history

V29 JJW is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 134,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

V29 JJW white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
134,646 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 JJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 JJW was last recorded at 134,646 miles on 18 May 2026, 7,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,274 miles · 26 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,372 miles
Average per year
7,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,646 miles
  • 2025 – 127,274 miles
  • 2024 – 119,110 miles
  • 2023 – 110,855 miles
  • 2021 – 101,017 miles
  • 2020 – 96,715 miles
  • 2019 – 89,390 miles
  • 2018 – 80,618 miles
  • 2017 – 73,254 miles
  • 2016 – 63,817 miles
  • 2015 – 53,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,646 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 22 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,646 miles (+7,372)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    134,646 miles
    Test number
    962484514458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass127,274 miles (+143)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    127,274 miles
    Test number
    145159747900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side body and chassis slightly corroded
  3. Fail127,131 miles (+8,021)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,131 miles
    Test number
    275625083813
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side body and chassis slightly corroded
  4. Pass119,110 miles (+8,255)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    119,110 miles
    Test number
    232338757736
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass110,855 miles (+9,838)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    110,855 miles
    Test number
    118273886462
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass101,017 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,017 miles
    Test number
    877215463041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,715 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,715 miles
    Test number
    786276288136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail96,685 miles (+7,295)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,685 miles
    Test number
    404982873429
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass89,390 miles (+8,772)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,390 miles
    Test number
    567924509195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,618 miles (+7,364)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,618 miles
    Test number
    233724842863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,254 miles (+9,437)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,254 miles
    Test number
    360646879229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,817 miles (+10,200)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,817 miles
    Test number
    279969011536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,617 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    53,617 miles
    Test number
    347793075157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V29 JJW

Does V29 JJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 JJW is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 JJW?
The MOT on V29 JJW is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 JJW done?
V29 JJW was recorded at 134,646 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 7,431 miles a year.
Has V29 JJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 JJW has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V29 JJW 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 V29 JJW find?
V29 JJW passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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