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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

Y21 AKPMOT history

Y21 AKP is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 173,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

Y21 AKP black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
173,411 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 AKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 AKP was last recorded at 173,411 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 7,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,660 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,751 miles
Average per year
11,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,411 miles
  • 2025 – 165,660 miles
  • 2024 – 164,338 miles
  • 2023 – 150,075 miles
  • 2022 – 140,639 miles
  • 2021 – 124,474 miles
  • 2019 – 99,658 miles
  • 2018 – 82,652 miles
  • 2017 – 67,309 miles
  • 2016 – 53,934 miles
  • 2015 – 43,483 miles
  • 2014 – 29,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,411 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,411 miles (+7,751)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    173,411 miles
    Test number
    860307250364
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass165,660 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    165,660 miles
    Test number
    679009522095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail165,652 miles (+1,314)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,652 miles
    Test number
    196888617570
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass164,338 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    164,338 miles
    Test number
    808435130831
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail164,332 miles (+14,257)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,332 miles
    Test number
    112984095339
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass150,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    150,075 miles
    Test number
    475189750196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail150,072 miles (+9,433)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,072 miles
    Test number
    891433558307
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass140,639 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    140,639 miles
    Test number
    421573440231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail140,637 miles (+16,163)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,637 miles
    Test number
    673837887193
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp insecure

  10. Pass124,474 miles (+24,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,474 miles
    Test number
    224081103786
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  11. Pass99,658 miles (+17,006)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,658 miles
    Test number
    912139156076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,652 miles (+15,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,652 miles
    Test number
    705639111407
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect o/s n/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass67,309 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,309 miles
    Test number
    152963172400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,161 miles (+13,227)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,161 miles
    Test number
    140286861183
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass53,934 miles (+10,451)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,934 miles
    Test number
    487560287807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,483 miles (+13,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,483 miles
    Test number
    704908698720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass29,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    29,811 miles
    Test number
    679065374140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 AKP

Does Y21 AKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 AKP is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 AKP?
The MOT on Y21 AKP is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 AKP done?
Y21 AKP was recorded at 173,411 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 11,810 miles a year.
Has Y21 AKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 AKP has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y21 AKP 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 Y21 AKP find?
Y21 AKP passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes; offside front side repeater slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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