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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,598 cc

X4 YBRMOT history

X4 YBR is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 201,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

X4 YBR red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
201,460 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X4 YBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X4 YBR was last recorded at 201,460 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 10,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,675 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,785 miles
Average per year
12,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,460 miles
  • 2025 – 190,675 miles
  • 2024 – 180,980 miles
  • 2023 – 171,033 miles
  • 2022 – 158,987 miles
  • 2021 – 145,963 miles
  • 2020 – 132,522 miles
  • 2019 – 117,670 miles
  • 2018 – 97,688 miles
  • 2017 – 89,716 miles
  • 2016 – 77,765 miles
  • 2014 – 62,135 miles
  • 2013 – 44,335 miles
  • 2012 – 33,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,460 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    201,460 miles
    Test number
    425487032553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail201,460 miles (+10,785)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,460 miles
    Test number
    228245131437
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass190,675 miles (+9,695)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,675 miles
    Test number
    969511337071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass180,980 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    180,980 miles
    Test number
    833706809879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail180,970 miles (+9,937)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,970 miles
    Test number
    411213556426
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall, also worn on edge. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass171,033 miles (+12,046)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    171,033 miles
    Test number
    427863630401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front buckle cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull under tray fitted

  7. Pass158,987 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    158,987 miles
    Test number
    144587811993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail158,986 miles (+13,023)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,986 miles
    Test number
    707716310345
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass145,963 miles (+13,441)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    145,963 miles
    Test number
    989948140552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass132,522 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    132,522 miles
    Test number
    396266720988
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under body from manufacture not allowing inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail132,522 miles (+14,852)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,522 miles
    Test number
    636104760685
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under body from manufacture not allowing inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass117,670 miles (+19,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,670 miles
    Test number
    307569698988
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass97,688 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,688 miles
    Test number
    942254601751
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail97,688 miles (+7,972)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,688 miles
    Test number
    872772540662
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass89,716 miles (+11,951)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,716 miles
    Test number
    957633408698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,765 miles (+15,630)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,765 miles
    Test number
    448647497319
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass62,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,135 miles
    Test number
    456514654345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail62,133 miles (+17,798)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,133 miles
    Test number
    429374654495
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass44,335 miles (+10,704)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,335 miles
    Test number
    205933733380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass33,631 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,631 miles
    Test number
    168765952322
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge,meets pass criteria

Questions about X4 YBR

Does X4 YBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X4 YBR is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X4 YBR?
The MOT on X4 YBR is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X4 YBR done?
X4 YBR was recorded at 201,460 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 12,603 miles a year.
Has X4 YBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X4 YBR has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X4 YBR 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 X4 YBR find?
X4 YBR passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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