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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

Y23 DHMMOT history

Y23 DHM is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

Y23 DHM white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
139,805 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 DHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 DHM was last recorded at 139,805 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 9,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,352 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,453 miles
Average per year
9,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,805 miles
  • 2025 – 130,352 miles
  • 2024 – 120,612 miles
  • 2023 – 109,443 miles
  • 2021 – 84,855 miles
  • 2019 – 63,380 miles
  • 2018 – 50,219 miles
  • 2017 – 44,387 miles
  • 2016 – 35,871 miles
  • 2015 – 30,430 miles
  • 2014 – 25,371 miles
  • 2013 – 19,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,805 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryN/s outer sill corroded

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,805 miles (+9,453)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    139,805 miles
    Test number
    477290025280
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s outer sill corroded

  2. Pass130,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    130,352 miles
    Test number
    772468965064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail130,352 miles (+9,740)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,352 miles
    Test number
    598778770594
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,612 miles (+11,169)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,612 miles
    Test number
    604692630756
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear heat shield slightly insecure

  5. Pass109,443 miles (+238)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,443 miles
    Test number
    825426467240
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail109,205 miles (+24,350)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,205 miles
    Test number
    563553572726
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,855 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,855 miles
    Test number
    198279953467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,854 miles (+5,794)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,854 miles
    Test number
    327093324821
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,060 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,060 miles
    Test number
    918120721764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,053 miles (+15,673)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,053 miles
    Test number
    701902619414
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass63,380 miles (+13,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,380 miles
    Test number
    607771388861
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass50,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,219 miles
    Test number
    293423772625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,219 miles (+5,832)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,219 miles
    Test number
    630081276072
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass44,387 miles (+8,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    44,387 miles
    Test number
    980570744840
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass35,871 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,871 miles
    Test number
    661522361367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,872 miles (+4,442)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    34,872 miles
    Test number
    313035969827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,430 miles (+5,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,430 miles
    Test number
    694325311460
    • 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)

  18. Pass25,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    25,371 miles
    Test number
    968089264202
    • 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)

  19. Fail25,371 miles (+5,686)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,371 miles
    Test number
    887548264260
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  20. Pass19,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    19,685 miles
    Test number
    315309143409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,685 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,685 miles
    Test number
    867119943202
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about Y23 DHM

Does Y23 DHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 DHM is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y23 DHM?
The MOT on Y23 DHM is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 DHM done?
Y23 DHM was recorded at 139,805 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 9,694 miles a year.
Has Y23 DHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 DHM has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y23 DHM 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 Y23 DHM find?
Y23 DHM passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve clamp; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear bush, and 2 more.

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