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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y252 MJOMOT history

Y252 MJO is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 176,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

Y252 MJO red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
176,288 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 MJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 MJO was last recorded at 176,288 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 17,191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,097 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
17,191 miles
Average per year
6,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,288 miles
  • 2025 – 159,097 miles
  • 2024 – 143,430 miles
  • 2023 – 131,064 miles
  • 2021 – 123,426 miles
  • 2019 – 98,642 miles
  • 2018 – 93,964 miles
  • 2017 – 88,880 miles
  • 2016 – 82,756 miles
  • 2015 – 76,947 miles
  • 2014 – 71,028 miles
  • 2013 – 66,525 miles
  • 2012 – 63,875 miles
  • 2011 – 61,048 miles
  • 2010 – 57,466 miles
  • 2009 – 53,027 miles
  • 2008 – 48,731 miles
  • 2007 – 43,111 miles
  • 2006 – 37,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,288 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,288 miles (+17,191)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    176,288 miles
    Test number
    588587746266
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded
  2. Pass159,097 miles (+15,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    159,097 miles
    Test number
    752130660271
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded
  3. Pass143,430 miles (+12,366)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    143,430 miles
    Test number
    130636271883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,064 miles (+7,638)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,064 miles
    Test number
    219523338918
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass123,426 miles (+823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,426 miles
    Test number
    162458380803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail122,603 miles (+23,961)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,603 miles
    Test number
    983583355146
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass98,642 miles (+4,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,642 miles
    Test number
    361016157675
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass93,964 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,964 miles
    Test number
    908603806002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,880 miles (+6,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,880 miles
    Test number
    962232229548
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly deteriorated.
  10. Pass82,756 miles (+5,809)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,756 miles
    Test number
    165285120550
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner edges.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake binding slightly.
  11. Pass76,947 miles (+5,919)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,947 miles
    Test number
    736711835162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,028 miles (+4,503)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,028 miles
    Test number
    316738224181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly.
  13. Pass66,525 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,525 miles
    Test number
    815778223199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,875 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,875 miles
    Test number
    576774612139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,048 miles (+3,582)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,048 miles
    Test number
    879203601103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,466 miles (+4,439)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,466 miles
    Test number
    643740990053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,027 miles (+4,296)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,027 miles
    Test number
    834358769054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,731 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    903149398042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,111 miles (+5,148)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,111 miles
    Test number
    912686587035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,963 miles
    Test number
    284829436116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 MJO

Does Y252 MJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y252 MJO is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y252 MJO?
The MOT on Y252 MJO is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y252 MJO done?
Y252 MJO was recorded at 176,288 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 6,897 miles a year.
Has Y252 MJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 MJO has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y252 MJO 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 Y252 MJO find?
Y252 MJO passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; both outer sills slightly corroded.

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