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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,792 cc

Y224 LJBMOT history

Y224 LJB is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

Y224 LJB red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
105,369 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y224 LJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y224 LJB was last recorded at 105,369 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2010: 74,631 miles, lower than 76,275 miles on 4 Mar 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
105,352 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
3,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,369 miles
  • 2025 – 105,046 miles
  • 2024 – 103,036 miles
  • 2022 – 102,369 miles
  • 2020 – 100,983 miles
  • 2019 – 98,677 miles
  • 2018 – 97,348 miles
  • 2017 – 92,640 miles
  • 2014 – 87,945 miles
  • 2013 – 82,525 miles
  • 2011 – 80,787 miles
  • 2010 – 74,787 miles
  • 2009 – 76,275 miles
  • 2008 – 60,276 miles
  • 2007 – 52,491 miles
  • 2006 – 37,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,369 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,369 miles (+17)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    105,369 miles
    Test number
    353303756968
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail105,352 miles (+306)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,352 miles
    Test number
    609185953617
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking sill damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays installed preventing full underside inspection
  3. Pass105,046 miles (+2,010)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,046 miles
    Test number
    897543342533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass103,036 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    103,036 miles
    Test number
    325102577927
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail103,036 miles (+667)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,036 miles
    Test number
    281628754052
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Advisory2xrear brake discs corroded on inner surface
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mainline further attention advise (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass102,369 miles (+1,386)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,369 miles
    Test number
    623013742321
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass100,983 miles (+2,306)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,983 miles
    Test number
    550051629890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,677 miles
    Test number
    730443932627
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail98,677 miles (+1,329)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,677 miles
    Test number
    826096306633
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass97,348 miles (+4,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,348 miles
    Test number
    118177403561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  11. Pass92,640 miles (+4,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,640 miles
    Test number
    799458531092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  12. Pass87,945 miles (+5,420)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    87,945 miles
    Test number
    665086214255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s & n/s front tyres worn on inner edges
  13. Pass82,525 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    82,525 miles
    Test number
    238321173123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,787 miles
    Test number
    325943771218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,787 miles (+6,000)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,787 miles
    Test number
    349242771467
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass74,787 miles (+156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    74,787 miles
    Test number
    540440780107
    • 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)
  17. Fail74,631 miles (-1,644)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,631 miles
    Test number
    104357260129
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing out of shape
  18. Pass76,275 miles (+15,999)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,275 miles
    Test number
    903223069048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,276 miles (+7,785)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    60,276 miles
    Test number
    290177278025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,491 miles (+15,185)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,491 miles
    Test number
    871629067026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,306 miles
    Test number
    570486956008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y224 LJB

Does Y224 LJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y224 LJB is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y224 LJB?
The MOT on Y224 LJB is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y224 LJB done?
Y224 LJB was recorded at 105,369 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 3,359 miles a year.
Has Y224 LJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y224 LJB has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y224 LJB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y224 LJB find?
Y224 LJB passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 1 more.

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