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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,324 cc

T66 BYAMOT history

T66 BYA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
129,313 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T66 BYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T66 BYA was last recorded at 129,313 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 1,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,221 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,092 miles
Average per year
4,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,313 miles
  • 2025 – 128,221 miles
  • 2023 – 125,459 miles
  • 2022 – 115,547 miles
  • 2020 – 115,528 miles
  • 2017 – 115,422 miles
  • 2016 – 115,259 miles
  • 2015 – 114,088 miles
  • 2014 – 106,073 miles
  • 2013 – 102,881 miles
  • 2012 – 92,466 miles
  • 2011 – 82,843 miles
  • 2010 – 77,722 miles
  • 2009 – 72,695 miles
  • 2008 – 59,338 miles
  • 2007 – 53,889 miles
  • 2006 – 46,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,313 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light showing on dash
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion showing to most areas

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,313 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    129,313 miles
    Test number
    496481745541
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light showing on dash
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion showing to most areas

  2. Fail129,313 miles (+1,092)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,313 miles
    Test number
    955070050621
    • MajorExhaust system insecure mid mounts failed rear joint sleeve clamp corroded away (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light showing on dash
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion showing to most areas

  3. Pass128,221 miles (+2,762)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    128,221 miles
    Test number
    224283863543
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,459 miles
    Test number
    789085056475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail125,459 miles (+9,912)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,459 miles
    Test number
    165284452865
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass115,547 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,547 miles
    Test number
    957437243811
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail115,546 miles (+18)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,546 miles
    Test number
    420333799844
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass115,528 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    115,528 miles
    Test number
    637202270032
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slow in operation but clear the screen effectively
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  9. Pass115,422 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,422 miles
    Test number
    497061381085
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on outer edge

  10. Fail115,422 miles (+163)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,422 miles
    Test number
    304149865145
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on outer edge

  11. Pass115,259 miles (+1,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    115,259 miles
    Test number
    504054291923
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edge

  12. Pass114,088 miles (+8,015)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    114,088 miles
    Test number
    164972608601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,073 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    106,073 miles
    Test number
    439005144279
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail106,072 miles (+3,191)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,072 miles
    Test number
    578344344260
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass102,881 miles (+10,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    102,881 miles
    Test number
    776669433209
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass92,466 miles (+9,623)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,466 miles
    Test number
    357334342413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,843 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    82,843 miles
    Test number
    627797331229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail82,843 miles (+5,121)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,843 miles
    Test number
    325907031439
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass77,722 miles (+5,027)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,722 miles
    Test number
    292524540296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,695 miles (+13,357)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,695 miles
    Test number
    221745749272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,338 miles (+5,449)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,338 miles
    Test number
    144733448248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,889 miles (+7,603)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,889 miles
    Test number
    341106747209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    46,286 miles
    Test number
    814451246229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T66 BYA

Does T66 BYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T66 BYA is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T66 BYA?
The MOT on T66 BYA is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T66 BYA done?
T66 BYA was recorded at 129,313 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 4,280 miles a year.
Has T66 BYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T66 BYA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T66 BYA 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 T66 BYA find?
T66 BYA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears; coil spring corroded both rears; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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