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Volkswagen Golf TDI

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

Y17 REKMOT history

Y17 REK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf TDI first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 151,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

Y17 REK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
151,794 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y17 REK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf TDI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y17 REK was last recorded at 151,794 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 15,727 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,067 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
15,727 miles
Average per year
6,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,794 miles
  • 2025 – 136,067 miles
  • 2024 – 134,863 miles
  • 2023 – 132,502 miles
  • 2022 – 130,063 miles
  • 2020 – 128,972 miles
  • 2019 – 127,536 miles
  • 2018 – 123,966 miles
  • 2017 – 117,517 miles
  • 2016 – 108,728 miles
  • 2015 – 99,013 miles
  • 2014 – 88,819 miles
  • 2013 – 80,351 miles
  • 2012 – 72,661 miles
  • 2011 – 64,801 miles
  • 2010 – 55,426 miles
  • 2009 – 44,896 miles
  • 2008 – 40,123 miles
  • 2007 – 33,915 miles
  • 2006 – 26,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,794 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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,794 miles (+15,727)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    151,794 miles
    Test number
    996093312462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,067 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,067 miles
    Test number
    813922080865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail136,067 miles (+1,204)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,067 miles
    Test number
    274686119127
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,863 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    134,863 miles
    Test number
    160824833346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail134,849 miles (+2,347)4 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,849 miles
    Test number
    235386960046
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit PLATE LIMIT IS 0.90 BUT READING IS 1.70 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass132,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,502 miles
    Test number
    800744940738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail132,499 miles (+2,436)6 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,499 miles
    Test number
    898359110314
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit LIMIT IS 0.90 AND READING IS 1.18 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure BACK BOX REAR BRACKET IS BROKEN DUE TO RUST (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (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 SPLIT (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass130,063 miles (+1,091)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    130,063 miles
    Test number
    827927026797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass128,972 miles (+1,436)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,972 miles
    Test number
    708330739998
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass127,536 miles (+3,570)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,536 miles
    Test number
    100850849274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,966 miles (+6,449)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    123,966 miles
    Test number
    642067989344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,517 miles (+8,789)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    117,517 miles
    Test number
    235913864339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,728 miles (+9,715)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    108,728 miles
    Test number
    542018720753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    99,013 miles
    Test number
    610164470159
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose - suggest attension

  15. Fail99,013 miles (+10,194)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,013 miles
    Test number
    470743793909
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose - suggest attension

  16. Pass88,819 miles (+8,468)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    88,819 miles
    Test number
    708218284279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,351 miles (+7,690)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,351 miles
    Test number
    349189783299
    • NoteEngine undertray loose
    • NoteNearside outer driveshaft gaiter leaking

  18. Pass72,661 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    72,661 miles
    Test number
    438868092242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,618 miles (+7,817)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,618 miles
    Test number
    786283992280
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn mear limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall and tread damaged

  20. Pass64,801 miles (+9,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    64,801 miles
    Test number
    179375901367
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

  21. Pass55,426 miles (+10,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,426 miles
    Test number
    312166980473
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass44,896 miles (+4,773)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,896 miles
    Test number
    784413399228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,123 miles (+6,208)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,123 miles
    Test number
    122066808359
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted
    • NoteNearside front wing dented

  24. Pass33,915 miles (+6,937)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,915 miles
    Test number
    132665607332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,978 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    26,978 miles
    Test number
    514720716335
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted
    • NoteSattelite navigation system mounting removed for the purpose of the test

Questions about Y17 REK

Does Y17 REK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y17 REK is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y17 REK?
The MOT on Y17 REK is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y17 REK done?
Y17 REK was recorded at 151,794 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 6,461 miles a year.
Has Y17 REK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y17 REK has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y17 REK 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 Y17 REK find?
Y17 REK passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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