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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X801 YATMOT history

X801 YAT is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 163,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

X801 YAT blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
163,630 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X801 YAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X801 YAT was last recorded at 163,630 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,405 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
225 miles
Average per year
3,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,630 miles
  • 2025 – 163,405 miles
  • 2024 – 163,211 miles
  • 2023 – 163,116 miles
  • 2022 – 162,895 miles
  • 2021 – 162,496 miles
  • 2020 – 162,197 miles
  • 2019 – 162,006 miles
  • 2018 – 161,367 miles
  • 2017 – 160,058 miles
  • 2015 – 156,548 miles
  • 2014 – 153,359 miles
  • 2013 – 150,041 miles
  • 2012 – 148,352 miles
  • 2011 – 134,420 miles
  • 2009 – 117,087 miles
  • 2008 – 113,607 miles
  • 2007 – 108,053 miles
  • 2006 – 100,643 miles
  • 2005 – 90,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,630 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension area is corroded.

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,630 miles (+225)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    163,630 miles
    Test number
    652573162504
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension area is corroded.

  2. Pass163,405 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    163,405 miles
    Test number
    781612903661
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension are is corroded.

  3. Fail163,405 miles (+194)1 dangerous1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,405 miles
    Test number
    563979224308
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension are is corroded.

  4. Pass163,211 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    163,211 miles
    Test number
    294856411710
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail163,211 miles (+95)3 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,211 miles
    Test number
    753329589704
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass163,116 miles (+221)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    163,116 miles
    Test number
    611776775247
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass162,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    162,895 miles
    Test number
    385473942537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail162,895 miles (+399)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,895 miles
    Test number
    836830862226
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  9. Pass162,496 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    162,496 miles
    Test number
    386213574775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass162,197 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    162,197 miles
    Test number
    220325313058
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWeak parkbrake

  11. Fail162,197 miles (+191)1 dangerous2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,197 miles
    Test number
    709081362244
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWeak parkbrake

  12. Pass162,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    162,006 miles
    Test number
    676226103407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,006 miles (+639)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,006 miles
    Test number
    139163543971
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass161,367 miles (+1,309)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    161,367 miles
    Test number
    801225072782
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Pass160,058 miles (+3,510)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    160,058 miles
    Test number
    204505357403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

  16. Pass156,548 miles (+3,189)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    156,548 miles
    Test number
    754874387801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass153,359 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    153,359 miles
    Test number
    625363494237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass150,041 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    150,041 miles
    Test number
    329560893267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass148,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    148,352 miles
    Test number
    998947452296
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail148,352 miles (+13,932)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,352 miles
    Test number
    825356652231
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass134,420 miles (+189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    134,420 miles
    Test number
    619465861181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail134,231 miles (+17,144)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,231 miles
    Test number
    216814251116
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront exhaust coupling clamp corroded
    • NoteRear wipre blade perished
    • NoteVehicle undertray insecure

  23. Pass117,087 miles (+3,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    117,087 miles
    Test number
    794113159376
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass113,607 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    113,607 miles
    Test number
    112850558344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  25. Fail113,591 miles (+5,538)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,591 miles
    Test number
    814980958378
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass108,053 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    108,053 miles
    Test number
    134522957325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail108,052 miles (+7,409)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,052 miles
    Test number
    423987747371
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass100,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    100,643 miles
    Test number
    572335646359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail100,643 miles (+10,486)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,643 miles
    Test number
    393452246338
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  30. Pass90,157 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    90,157 miles
    Test number
    342841895471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail90,155 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,155 miles
    Test number
    420870695283
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about X801 YAT

Does X801 YAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X801 YAT is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X801 YAT?
The MOT on X801 YAT is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X801 YAT done?
X801 YAT was recorded at 163,630 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 3,549 miles a year.
Has X801 YAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X801 YAT has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on X801 YAT 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 X801 YAT find?
X801 YAT passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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