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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

X17 APYMOT history

X17 APY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 147,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

X17 APY grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
147,785 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 APY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 APY was last recorded at 147,785 miles on 19 May 2026, 2,522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,263 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,522 miles
Average per year
6,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,785 miles
  • 2024 – 145,263 miles
  • 2022 – 142,579 miles
  • 2021 – 137,043 miles
  • 2020 – 128,353 miles
  • 2019 – 124,743 miles
  • 2018 – 120,496 miles
  • 2017 – 115,032 miles
  • 2016 – 107,283 miles
  • 2015 – 90,794 miles
  • 2014 – 83,864 miles
  • 2013 – 79,015 miles
  • 2012 – 71,764 miles
  • 2011 – 64,741 miles
  • 2010 – 56,523 miles
  • 2009 – 48,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,785 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisorySILL AREAS CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderneath including all components coated in heavy undersill
  • AdvisoryAge related corrosion chassis and suspension parts
  • AdvisoryHeavily undersidll

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,785 miles (+2,522)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    147,785 miles
    Test number
    660015326076
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySILL AREAS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryUnderneath including all components coated in heavy undersill
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion chassis and suspension parts
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersidll

  2. Pass145,263 miles (+2,684)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    145,263 miles
    Test number
    202270018666
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill areas corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded

  3. Pass142,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    142,579 miles
    Test number
    783867045516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail142,579 miles (+5,536)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,579 miles
    Test number
    765469850413
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass137,043 miles (+8,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,043 miles
    Test number
    429443673365
    • 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))

  6. Pass128,353 miles (+3,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    128,353 miles
    Test number
    695689999536
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass124,743 miles (+4,247)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,743 miles
    Test number
    374437497271
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  8. Pass120,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,496 miles
    Test number
    791313631547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  9. Fail120,496 miles (+5,464)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,496 miles
    Test number
    720725955581
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  10. Pass115,032 miles (+7,749)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    115,032 miles
    Test number
    882568472985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,283 miles (+16,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,283 miles
    Test number
    978428050870
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass90,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,794 miles
    Test number
    519885885078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,794 miles (+6,930)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,794 miles
    Test number
    115055285008
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass83,864 miles (+4,849)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    83,864 miles
    Test number
    645694284033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,015 miles (+7,251)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    79,015 miles
    Test number
    125903343259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall deteriorated

  16. Pass71,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,764 miles
    Test number
    266783942289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,764 miles (+7,023)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,764 miles
    Test number
    746152742208
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,741 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,741 miles
    Test number
    837645241244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,695 miles (+8,172)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,695 miles
    Test number
    329033041250
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass56,523 miles (+7,797)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    56,523 miles
    Test number
    781849430273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,726 miles (+5,591)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,726 miles
    Test number
    570344449235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,135 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,135 miles
    Test number
    444086639114
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail43,135 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,135 miles
    Test number
    823286039188
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about X17 APY

Does X17 APY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X17 APY is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X17 APY?
The MOT on X17 APY is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X17 APY done?
X17 APY was recorded at 147,785 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 6,153 miles a year.
Has X17 APY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 APY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on X17 APY 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 X17 APY find?
X17 APY passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, and 7 more.

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