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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

L2 YMMMOT history

L2 YMM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 170,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

L2 YMM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
170,509 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 YMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 YMM was last recorded at 170,509 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,507 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,509 miles
  • 2025 – 165,992 miles
  • 2024 – 164,179 miles
  • 2023 – 158,445 miles
  • 2022 – 152,905 miles
  • 2021 – 151,969 miles
  • 2020 – 147,820 miles
  • 2019 – 134,072 miles
  • 2018 – 122,051 miles
  • 2017 – 116,536 miles
  • 2016 – 111,488 miles
  • 2015 – 105,779 miles
  • 2014 – 98,294 miles
  • 2013 – 89,218 miles
  • 2012 – 79,999 miles
  • 2011 – 71,380 miles
  • 2010 – 61,444 miles
  • 2009 – 54,131 miles
  • 2008 – 49,993 miles
  • 2007 – 37,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,509 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside front brake back plate corroded /slightly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp damp with water and crackedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded and corroded around mounting pointsRecorded 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Rear sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,509 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    170,509 miles
    Test number
    919657282126
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake back plate corroded /slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp damp with water and cracked
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded and corroded around mounting points

  2. Fail170,507 miles (+4,515)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,507 miles
    Test number
    636617517150
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake back plate corroded /slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp damp with water and cracked
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded and corroded around mounting points

  3. Pass165,992 miles (+1,813)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,992 miles
    Test number
    665965430976
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  4. Pass164,179 miles (+5,734)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,179 miles
    Test number
    283505917244
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread 3/2mm
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine

  5. Pass158,445 miles (+5,540)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    158,445 miles
    Test number
    303476260461
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass152,905 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    152,905 miles
    Test number
    904314116351
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nsr and osr outer sills corrding at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight lens deterioated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil osr and nsr shockers starting to leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear subframe and arns corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf wing corroded

  7. Fail152,905 miles (+936)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,905 miles
    Test number
    527406671534
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nsr and osr outer sills corrding at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight lens deterioated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil osr and nsr shockers starting to leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear subframe and arns corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf wing corroded

  8. Pass151,969 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    151,969 miles
    Test number
    780865553614
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to nsf wing and bumper
    • AdvisoryShockers corroding rear axle and arms corroding

  9. Fail151,969 miles (+4,149)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,969 miles
    Test number
    628671138325
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to nsf wing and bumper
    • AdvisoryShockers corroding rear axle and arms corroding

  10. Pass147,820 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    147,820 miles
    Test number
    751460670370
    • AdvisoryFront and rear bumpers damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake back plate corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryNearside front head lamp slightly faded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame rusty and corroded

  11. Fail147,818 miles (+13,746)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,818 miles
    Test number
    776289755365
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear bumpers damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake back plate corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryNearside front head lamp slightly faded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame rusty and corroded

  12. Pass134,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    134,072 miles
    Test number
    986450032645
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail134,069 miles (+12,018)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,069 miles
    Test number
    948987168826
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass122,051 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,051 miles
    Test number
    209078773818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked

  15. Fail122,048 miles (+5,512)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,048 miles
    Test number
    174174471383
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center exhaust box (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked

  16. Pass116,536 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,536 miles
    Test number
    128152637670
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rotten (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise tracking
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front bumper
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  17. Fail116,536 miles (+5,048)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,536 miles
    Test number
    234162129916
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rotten (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise tracking
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front bumper
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  18. Pass111,488 miles (+5,709)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    111,488 miles
    Test number
    655289379347
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Fail105,779 miles1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,779 miles
    Test number
    249028425477
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f anti roll mar drop link gaiters starting to perish
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f bottom suspension arm rear bushes starting to split
    • NoteN/s outer cv gaiter starting to perish
    • NoteRepair to sump
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  20. Pass105,779 miles (+7,485)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,779 miles
    Test number
    298578025431
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f anti roll mar drop link gaiters starting to perish
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f bottom suspension arm rear bushes starting to split
    • NoteN/s outer cv gaiter starting to perish
    • NoteRepair to sump
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  21. Pass98,294 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,294 miles
    Test number
    467249214164
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail98,294 miles (+9,076)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,294 miles
    Test number
    449032414128
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass89,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,218 miles
    Test number
    957855013120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail89,218 miles (+9,219)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,218 miles
    Test number
    267454013141
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass79,999 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    79,999 miles
    Test number
    338769902180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail79,999 miles (+8,619)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,999 miles
    Test number
    696329802119
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass71,380 miles (+9,936)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,380 miles
    Test number
    599304621115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,444 miles (+7,313)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,444 miles
    Test number
    891601430101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass54,131 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,131 miles
    Test number
    102406729133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail54,081 miles (+4,088)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,081 miles
    Test number
    240847909142
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  31. Pass49,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    49,993 miles
    Test number
    252430378286
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Fail49,993 miles (+12,471)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,993 miles
    Test number
    323630278266
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass37,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    37,522 miles
    Test number
    124032577250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 YMM

Does L2 YMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 YMM is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 YMM?
The MOT on L2 YMM is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 YMM done?
L2 YMM was recorded at 170,509 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 7,050 miles a year.
Has L2 YMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 YMM has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 YMM 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 L2 YMM find?
L2 YMM passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside and offside front coil springs corroded; nearside and offside rear coil springs corroded; nearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded, and 3 more.

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