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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

V56 DYJMOT history

V56 DYJ is a red diesel Volkswagen first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 134,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
134,306 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 DYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 DYJ was last recorded at 134,306 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,306 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,306 miles
  • 2024 – 131,216 miles
  • 2023 – 126,780 miles
  • 2022 – 126,265 miles
  • 2020 – 121,342 miles
  • 2019 – 116,307 miles
  • 2011 – 106,786 miles
  • 2010 – 106,541 miles
  • 2009 – 94,852 miles
  • 2008 – 83,317 miles
  • 2007 – 67,199 miles
  • 2006 – 61,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,306 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,306 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    134,306 miles
    Test number
    125807299160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail134,306 miles (+3,090)3 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,306 miles
    Test number
    460055509910
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass131,216 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,216 miles
    Test number
    554032066582
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  4. Fail131,210 miles (+4,430)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,210 miles
    Test number
    181264421159
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Entrance/exit door defective in operation (9.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Entrance/exit door defective in operation (9.1.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  5. Pass126,780 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    126,780 miles
    Test number
    710508605132
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail126,768 miles (+503)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,768 miles
    Test number
    658277090066
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass126,265 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,265 miles
    Test number
    377835850868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail126,265 miles (+4,923)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,265 miles
    Test number
    549557896611
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorUpper Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass121,342 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    121,342 miles
    Test number
    907802653167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail121,339 miles (+5,032)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,339 miles
    Test number
    888518039404
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass116,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,307 miles
    Test number
    868841607729
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail116,304 miles (+9,518)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,304 miles
    Test number
    434392308075
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass106,786 miles (+245)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    106,786 miles
    Test number
    975367301036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad wear indicator on

  14. Fail106,541 miles (+11,689)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,541 miles
    Test number
    594557250358
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad wear indicator on

  15. Pass94,852 miles (+11,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    94,852 miles
    Test number
    273580059344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail83,317 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,317 miles
    Test number
    142943858338
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass83,317 miles (+16,118)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    83,317 miles
    Test number
    334623058309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,199 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,199 miles
    Test number
    310602447186
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass67,199 miles (+5,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    67,199 miles
    Test number
    550532247148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass61,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    61,224 miles
    Test number
    272025626426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V56 DYJ

Does V56 DYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V56 DYJ is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V56 DYJ?
The MOT on V56 DYJ is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V56 DYJ done?
V56 DYJ was recorded at 134,306 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 3,732 miles a year.
Has V56 DYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 DYJ has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V56 DYJ 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 V56 DYJ find?
V56 DYJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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