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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y254 BHOMOT history

Y254 BHO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 152,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

Y254 BHO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Aug 2027
Mileage
152,057 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y254 BHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y254 BHO was last recorded at 152,057 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 6,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,960 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,097 miles
Average per year
3,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,057 miles
  • 2025 – 145,960 miles
  • 2024 – 141,140 miles
  • 2023 – 138,831 miles
  • 2022 – 138,607 miles
  • 2020 – 136,967 miles
  • 2019 – 131,031 miles
  • 2018 – 123,976 miles
  • 2014 – 120,548 miles
  • 2013 – 111,739 miles
  • 2012 – 103,247 miles
  • 2011 – 98,232 miles
  • 2010 – 94,856 miles
  • 2008 – 88,873 miles
  • 2007 – 84,772 miles
  • 2006 – 77,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,057 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded 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.

  • Engine covers and undertray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear axle bushes starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,057 miles (+6,097)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    152,057 miles
    Test number
    957602621594
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass145,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    145,960 miles
    Test number
    870054168223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail145,960 miles (+4,820)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,960 miles
    Test number
    372620734202
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass141,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    141,140 miles
    Test number
    666580503434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail141,140 miles (+2,309)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,140 miles
    Test number
    205105839106
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed front section broken unable to do emission test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass138,831 miles (+224)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,831 miles
    Test number
    702217649837
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass138,607 miles (+1,640)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    138,607 miles
    Test number
    315520506319
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  8. Pass136,967 miles (+5,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,967 miles
    Test number
    899214530027
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  9. Pass131,031 miles (+7,055)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,031 miles
    Test number
    767955795714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes slightly cracked

  10. Pass123,976 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    123,976 miles
    Test number
    939539548524
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes starting to crack

  11. Fail123,964 miles (+3,416)12 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,964 miles
    Test number
    398103691495
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes starting to crack

  12. Pass120,548 miles (+8,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    120,548 miles
    Test number
    909441544059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass111,739 miles (+8,492)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    111,739 miles
    Test number
    106786633417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,247 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    103,247 miles
    Test number
    609529032015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,209 miles (+4,977)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,209 miles
    Test number
    478188632025
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  16. Pass98,232 miles (+3,376)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    98,232 miles
    Test number
    785803231098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,856 miles (+5,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    94,856 miles
    Test number
    131223430081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass88,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    88,873 miles
    Test number
    410955178204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,873 miles (+4,101)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,873 miles
    Test number
    514195678264
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass84,772 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    84,772 miles
    Test number
    353081917434
    • NoteCoolant warning light stays

  21. Fail84,772 miles (+7,678)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,772 miles
    Test number
    982641817262
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • NoteCoolant warning light stays

  22. Pass77,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    77,094 miles
    Test number
    610220536212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y254 BHO

Does Y254 BHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y254 BHO is valid until 30 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y254 BHO?
The MOT on Y254 BHO is valid until 30 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y254 BHO done?
Y254 BHO was recorded at 152,057 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 3,744 miles a year.
Has Y254 BHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y254 BHO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y254 BHO 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 Y254 BHO find?
Y254 BHO passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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