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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LE02 SJYMOT history

LE02 SJY is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 107,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

LE02 SJY silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
107,778 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE02 SJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE02 SJY was last recorded at 107,778 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 1,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2007: 16,028 miles, lower than 22,150 miles on 4 Apr 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
106,626 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1,152 miles
Average per year
4,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,778 miles
  • 2025 – 106,626 miles
  • 2024 – 105,426 miles
  • 2023 – 104,206 miles
  • 2022 – 102,631 miles
  • 2021 – 100,842 miles
  • 2020 – 98,809 miles
  • 2019 – 96,486 miles
  • 2018 – 94,798 miles
  • 2017 – 92,635 miles
  • 2016 – 90,169 miles
  • 2015 – 87,618 miles
  • 2014 – 84,911 miles
  • 2013 – 81,881 miles
  • 2012 – 78,650 miles
  • 2011 – 74,542 miles
  • 2010 – 63,370 miles
  • 2009 – 52,046 miles
  • 2008 – 42,795 miles
  • 2007 – 33,622 miles
  • 2006 – 22,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,778 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryReversing light inoperative

What MOT failures 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 hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,778 miles (+1,152)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,778 miles
    Test number
    861311357065
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing light inoperative

  2. Pass106,626 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    106,626 miles
    Test number
    274796162439
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail106,588 miles (+1,162)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,588 miles
    Test number
    796786822737
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass105,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    105,426 miles
    Test number
    833598225489
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail105,400 miles (+1,194)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,400 miles
    Test number
    855518804750
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass104,206 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    104,206 miles
    Test number
    699352146733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail104,159 miles (+1,528)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,159 miles
    Test number
    579258151517
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,631 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,631 miles
    Test number
    177966806451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Fail102,626 miles (+1,784)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,626 miles
    Test number
    698120029423
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both sides (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass100,842 miles (+2,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,842 miles
    Test number
    955034337052
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 91t (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have slight movemant

  11. Pass98,809 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,809 miles
    Test number
    670968890656
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail98,806 miles (+2,320)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,806 miles
    Test number
    326667841485
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass96,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,486 miles
    Test number
    913575259316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail96,486 miles (+1,688)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,486 miles
    Test number
    134432600034
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass94,798 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,798 miles
    Test number
    472551752701
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  16. Fail94,798 miles (+2,163)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,798 miles
    Test number
    106787293768
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass92,635 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    92,635 miles
    Test number
    349441842188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  18. Fail92,635 miles (+2,466)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,635 miles
    Test number
    138381434555
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  19. Pass90,169 miles (+2,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,169 miles
    Test number
    567890585014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  20. Pass87,618 miles (+2,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,618 miles
    Test number
    346748273123
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  21. Pass84,911 miles (+3,030)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    84,911 miles
    Test number
    367443894213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  22. Pass81,881 miles (+3,231)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,881 miles
    Test number
    288537093285
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass78,650 miles (+4,108)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    78,650 miles
    Test number
    318044482248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding
    • NoteRear brake disc's slightly corroded
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

  24. Pass74,542 miles (+2,810)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    74,542 miles
    Test number
    477494911387
    • NoteCovers & shields not allowing full inspection

  25. Pass71,732 miles (+8,362)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,732 miles
    Test number
    379028381043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,370 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,370 miles
    Test number
    534130490067
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteADVISE SLIGHT BINDING ON NEAR SIDE REAR BRAKE

  27. Pass63,370 miles (+11,324)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,370 miles
    Test number
    594980990058
    • NoteADVISE SLIGHT BINDING ON NEAR SIDE REAR BRAKE

  28. Pass52,046 miles (+9,251)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,046 miles
    Test number
    140607889049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,795 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,795 miles
    Test number
    430387278044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  30. Fail42,795 miles (+9,173)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,795 miles
    Test number
    982497778012
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  31. Pass33,622 miles (+17,594)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,622 miles
    Test number
    620545157135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass16,028 miles (-6,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,028 miles
    Test number
    101327587040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass22,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,150 miles
    Test number
    120294396468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE02 SJY

Does LE02 SJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE02 SJY is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE02 SJY?
The MOT on LE02 SJY is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE02 SJY done?
LE02 SJY was recorded at 107,778 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 4,168 miles a year.
Has LE02 SJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE02 SJY has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LE02 SJY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE02 SJY find?
LE02 SJY failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 8 advisories: exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values; nearside rear seat belt not functioning as intended; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 7 more.

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