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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

C5 YLNMOT history

C5 YLN is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 169,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

C5 YLN white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
169,925 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 YLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
19 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 YLN was last recorded at 169,925 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,913 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
10,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,925 miles
  • 2025 – 164,029 miles
  • 2024 – 156,893 miles
  • 2023 – 148,914 miles
  • 2022 – 140,661 miles
  • 2021 – 129,281 miles
  • 2020 – 118,351 miles
  • 2019 – 112,123 miles
  • 2017 – 101,492 miles
  • 2016 – 93,512 miles
  • 2015 – 80,300 miles
  • 2014 – 54,551 miles
  • 2013 – 38,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,925 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Lower spring seats - both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Central Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,925 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    169,925 miles
    Test number
    652158843499
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Lower spring seats - both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail169,913 miles (+5,884)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,913 miles
    Test number
    460078504778
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Lower spring seats - both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    164,029 miles
    Test number
    842834616923
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail164,029 miles (+7,136)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,029 miles
    Test number
    987184855452
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass156,893 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    156,893 miles
    Test number
    616246782840
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail156,892 miles (+7,978)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,892 miles
    Test number
    255190409630
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass148,914 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    148,914 miles
    Test number
    208787931685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail148,902 miles (+8,241)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,902 miles
    Test number
    240046616892
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,661 miles (+147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    140,661 miles
    Test number
    159351157289
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail140,514 miles (+11,233)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,514 miles
    Test number
    888464605685
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))

  11. Pass129,281 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,281 miles
    Test number
    562475863880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. N/S reading lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail129,281 miles (+10,930)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,281 miles
    Test number
    978173815056
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. N/S reading lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass118,351 miles (+6,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,351 miles
    Test number
    136912102414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass112,123 miles (+10,631)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,123 miles
    Test number
    606400469335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,492 miles (+7,980)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,492 miles
    Test number
    421517552174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,512 miles (+13,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,512 miles
    Test number
    488841921469
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low spots on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit low spots on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass80,300 miles (+12,899)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,300 miles
    Test number
    669198384994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,401 miles (+12,850)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,401 miles
    Test number
    688502305065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,551 miles (+15,614)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,551 miles
    Test number
    188280824456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    529785603087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 YLN

Does C5 YLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 YLN is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 YLN?
The MOT on C5 YLN is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 YLN done?
C5 YLN was recorded at 169,925 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 10,038 miles a year.
Has C5 YLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 YLN has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 YLN 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 C5 YLN find?
C5 YLN passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened lower spring seats - both sides.

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