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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y243 NJBMOT history

Y243 NJB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 137,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

Y243 NJB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jun 2027
Mileage
137,743 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 NJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 NJB was last recorded at 137,743 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 7,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,765 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,978 miles
Average per year
5,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,743 miles
  • 2025 – 129,765 miles
  • 2024 – 120,699 miles
  • 2023 – 110,882 miles
  • 2022 – 109,864 miles
  • 2020 – 107,949 miles
  • 2019 – 100,576 miles
  • 2018 – 94,879 miles
  • 2017 – 88,741 miles
  • 2016 – 81,032 miles
  • 2015 – 74,273 miles
  • 2014 – 67,893 miles
  • 2013 – 62,071 miles
  • 2012 – 55,751 miles
  • 2011 – 49,996 miles
  • 2010 – 44,331 miles
  • 2009 – 37,702 miles
  • 2008 – 32,625 miles
  • 2007 – 28,501 miles
  • 2006 – 24,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,743 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,743 miles (+7,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    137,743 miles
    Test number
    666719859373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass129,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    129,765 miles
    Test number
    107693610908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail129,765 miles (+9,066)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,765 miles
    Test number
    443633940116
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass120,699 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    120,699 miles
    Test number
    642319282168
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Fail120,699 miles (+9,817)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,699 miles
    Test number
    573639764156
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass110,882 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    110,882 miles
    Test number
    362026423460
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail110,880 miles (+1,016)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,880 miles
    Test number
    159268836695
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass109,864 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,864 miles
    Test number
    489418790479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,863 miles (+1,914)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,863 miles
    Test number
    592049574821
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass107,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,949 miles
    Test number
    415990062796
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail107,947 miles (+7,371)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,947 miles
    Test number
    597937487014
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass100,576 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,576 miles
    Test number
    490781129500
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail100,575 miles (+5,696)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,575 miles
    Test number
    566091721081
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass94,879 miles (+6,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    976128259139
    • AdvisoryEml permanently on

  15. Pass88,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,741 miles
    Test number
    225995884163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,740 miles (+7,708)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,740 miles
    Test number
    388532492725
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass81,032 miles (+6,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,032 miles
    Test number
    510031291680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack arm joint (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass74,273 miles (+6,380)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,273 miles
    Test number
    139250595483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,893 miles
    Test number
    465543394032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,893 miles (+5,822)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,893 miles
    Test number
    655973794009
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass62,071 miles (+6,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,071 miles
    Test number
    208507383028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass55,751 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,751 miles
    Test number
    948517182085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,996 miles
    Test number
    387487371004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,996 miles (+5,665)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,996 miles
    Test number
    577507871061
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass44,331 miles (+6,629)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,331 miles
    Test number
    154074880409
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass37,702 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,702 miles
    Test number
    732404389035
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly damaged.

  27. Fail37,702 miles (+5,077)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,702 miles
    Test number
    231424089076
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly damaged.

  28. Pass32,625 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,625 miles
    Test number
    261515388025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,556 miles (+4,055)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    710908078002
    • FailureOffside Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteREAR WIPER BLADE IS TORN

  30. Pass28,501 miles (+3,571)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,501 miles
    Test number
    414229877082
    • NoteNot all bulbs in high level brake light working
    • NoteRear axle bushes split/worn
    • NoteWindscreen cracked,

  31. Pass24,930 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,930 miles
    Test number
    130739276046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y243 NJB

Does Y243 NJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 NJB is valid until 20 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y243 NJB?
The MOT on Y243 NJB is valid until 20 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 NJB done?
Y243 NJB was recorded at 137,743 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 5,578 miles a year.
Has Y243 NJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 NJB has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y243 NJB 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 Y243 NJB find?
Y243 NJB passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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