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Volkswagen Amarok

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

G8 DYAMOT history

G8 DYA is a black diesel Volkswagen Amarok first used on 21 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 11 MOT tests, with 181,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

G8 DYA black Volkswagen Amarok – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Amarok, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
181,815 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
6 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G8 DYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Amarok
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
21 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G8 DYA was last recorded at 181,815 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
181,797 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
7,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,815 miles
  • 2025 – 168,611 miles
  • 2024 – 150,594 miles
  • 2023 – 213,743 miles
  • 2022 – 208,531 miles
  • 2020 – 133,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,815 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Side mirror.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Park brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,815 miles (+18)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    181,815 miles
    Test number
    448155453982
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Fail181,797 miles (+13,186)9 major6 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,797 miles
    Test number
    453863584709
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Side mirror. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens damaged. (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Side mirror. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D"D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Park brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
  3. Pass168,611 miles (+411)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    168,611 miles
    Test number
    965774894205
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Side mirror. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens cracked. (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Park brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
  4. Fail168,200 miles (+17,606)4 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,200 miles
    Test number
    997231094200
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass150,594 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    150,594 miles
    Test number
    236625698090
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass213,743 km
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    213,743 km
    Test number
    650312019452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail213,743 miles (+5,212)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,743 miles
    Test number
    595142234753
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass208,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    208,531 miles
    Test number
    774484561163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail208,531 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,531 miles
    Test number
    960115575946
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass133,953 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,953 km
    Test number
    111543394159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail133,953 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,953 miles
    Test number
    684787614472
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Questions about G8 DYA

Does G8 DYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G8 DYA is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on G8 DYA?
The MOT on G8 DYA is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G8 DYA done?
G8 DYA was recorded at 181,815 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 7,529 miles a year.
Has G8 DYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G8 DYA has failed 5 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on G8 DYA 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 G8 DYA find?
G8 DYA passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s., and 1 more.

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