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Red · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

T121 BYYMOT history

T121 BYY is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 122,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,213 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 BYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 BYY was last recorded at 122,213 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 6,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,264 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,949 miles
Average per year
10,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,213 miles
  • 2025 – 115,264 miles
  • 2024 – 98,499 miles
  • 2023 – 87,109 miles
  • 2022 – 85,490 miles
  • 2021 – 69,483 miles
  • 2020 – 54,093 miles
  • 2019 – 43,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,213 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off both (0.1 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 4 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,213 miles (+6,949)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,213 miles
    Test number
    393883346829
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off both (0.1 (a))

  2. Pass115,264 miles (+239)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,264 miles
    Test number
    466650452765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  3. Fail115,025 miles (+16,526)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,025 miles
    Test number
    848799772023
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective SIGN ON THE DASH (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE various components wear and tear

  4. Pass98,499 miles (+11,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,499 miles
    Test number
    215442226431
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass87,109 miles (+1,619)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,109 miles
    Test number
    950060088963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,490 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,490 miles
    Test number
    714506850206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,485 miles (+16,002)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,485 miles
    Test number
    930546844234
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass69,483 miles (+15,390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    69,483 miles
    Test number
    729382564086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass54,093 miles (+10,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    54,093 miles
    Test number
    341543066808
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass43,282 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,282 miles
    Test number
    227073079953
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean for emissions machine to get readings

Questions about T121 BYY

Does T121 BYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T121 BYY is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T121 BYY?
The MOT on T121 BYY is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T121 BYY done?
T121 BYY was recorded at 122,213 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 10,453 miles a year.
Has T121 BYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 BYY has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T121 BYY 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 T121 BYY find?
T121 BYY passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; nearside front integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 4 more.

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