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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

Y21 DLTMOT history

Y21 DLT is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 65,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

Y21 DLT white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
65,973 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 DLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
13 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 DLT was last recorded at 65,973 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 6,258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,715 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,258 miles
Average per year
6,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,973 miles
  • 2025 – 59,715 miles
  • 2024 – 49,719 miles
  • 2023 – 41,007 miles
  • 2022 – 33,047 miles
  • 2021 – 24,894 miles
  • 2020 – 21,903 miles
  • 2019 – 17,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,973 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 21 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    65,973 miles
    Test number
    443576496547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail65,673 miles (+5,958)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,673 miles
    Test number
    642629645491
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass59,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    59,715 miles
    Test number
    755472826510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail59,711 miles (+9,992)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,711 miles
    Test number
    176002529767
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass49,719 miles (+8,712)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    49,719 miles
    Test number
    149527262415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    41,007 miles
    Test number
    755717901828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail41,007 miles (+7,960)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,007 miles
    Test number
    171547363232
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass33,047 miles (+8,153)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    33,047 miles
    Test number
    814330985355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,894 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    24,894 miles
    Test number
    249644101937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    21,903 miles
    Test number
    916717705999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail21,903 miles (+4,084)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,903 miles
    Test number
    350395260526
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass17,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    17,819 miles
    Test number
    153436047823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 DLT

Does Y21 DLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 DLT is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 DLT?
The MOT on Y21 DLT is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 DLT done?
Y21 DLT was recorded at 65,973 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 6,974 miles a year.
Has Y21 DLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 DLT has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y21 DLT 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 DLT find?
Y21 DLT passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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