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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

Y15 BUXMOT history

Y15 BUX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 170,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

Y15 BUX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
170,001 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 BUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 BUX was last recorded at 170,001 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,937 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
64 miles
Average per year
7,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,001 miles
  • 2025 – 159,277 miles
  • 2024 – 148,285 miles
  • 2023 – 135,001 miles
  • 2022 – 121,287 miles
  • 2021 – 110,188 miles
  • 2020 – 103,206 miles
  • 2019 – 99,405 miles
  • 2018 – 95,407 miles
  • 2017 – 91,110 miles
  • 2016 – 84,115 miles
  • 2015 – 77,035 miles
  • 2014 – 70,731 miles
  • 2013 – 63,822 miles
  • 2012 – 61,183 miles
  • 2011 – 54,487 miles
  • 2010 – 47,454 miles
  • 2009 – 38,790 miles
  • 2008 – 31,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,001 miles

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.

  • Engine and under covers fitted obscuring some parts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre two nails in tyre and chunks of tread missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush partially split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,001 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    170,001 miles
    Test number
    625942505635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail169,937 miles (+10,660)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,937 miles
    Test number
    651567142663
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Body panel insecure wing to under tray (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass159,277 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    159,277 miles
    Test number
    849621732518
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted obscuring some parts
  4. Fail159,273 miles3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,273 miles
    Test number
    503083502527
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted obscuring some parts
  5. PassMileage not read1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    599038905055
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated glued (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily under sealed and has under trays fitted
  6. Fail148,285 miles (+13,284)10 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,285 miles
    Test number
    194409911828
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner face of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wing holed and corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Main trailing arms bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bush is split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Main trailing arms bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Subframe holed and corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lamps cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush is split halfway through (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe swollen under coating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm mount corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear bushes worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass135,001 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,001 miles
    Test number
    841348808231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre two nails in tyre and chunks of tread missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush partially split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe and all connecting arms heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear suspension bushes worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail135,000 miles (+13,713)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,000 miles
    Test number
    741652788310
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front lamps (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre two nails in tyre and chunks of tread missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush partially split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe and all connecting arms heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear suspension bushes worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass121,287 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    121,287 miles
    Test number
    351758853337
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail121,282 miles (+11,094)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,282 miles
    Test number
    196015855529
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass110,188 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,188 miles
    Test number
    767875971416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some parts
  12. Fail110,033 miles (+6,827)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,033 miles
    Test number
    285970575633
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some parts
  13. Pass103,206 miles (+3,801)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,206 miles
    Test number
    120670114240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,405 miles (+3,998)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,405 miles
    Test number
    450783029134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,407 miles (+4,297)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    628073995407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,110 miles (+6,995)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    91,110 miles
    Test number
    865725421477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,115 miles (+7,080)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,115 miles
    Test number
    838031826092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,035 miles (+6,304)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,035 miles
    Test number
    139768945042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,731 miles (+6,909)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,731 miles
    Test number
    376697654034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,822 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,822 miles
    Test number
    476368553047
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition
  21. Fail63,822 miles (+2,639)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,822 miles
    Test number
    518284053019
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear brake disc dust shields corroded
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteSlight binding n/s/f brake
    • NoteSlight binding o/s/r brake
  22. Pass61,183 miles (+6,696)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,183 miles
    Test number
    845658352190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,487 miles (+7,033)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,487 miles
    Test number
    657004351102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,454 miles (+8,664)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,454 miles
    Test number
    114673750127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,790 miles (+7,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,790 miles
    Test number
    351076959108
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  26. Pass31,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,266 miles
    Test number
    200480238418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y15 BUX

Does Y15 BUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y15 BUX is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y15 BUX?
The MOT on Y15 BUX is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y15 BUX done?
Y15 BUX was recorded at 170,001 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 7,591 miles a year.
Has Y15 BUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 BUX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y15 BUX 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 Y15 BUX find?
Y15 BUX passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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