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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y254 JGRMOT history

Y254 JGR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 113,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

Y254 JGR blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
113,083 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y254 JGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y254 JGR was last recorded at 113,083 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,083 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,083 miles
  • 2024 – 113,083 miles
  • 2023 – 111,124 miles
  • 2022 – 110,364 miles
  • 2021 – 109,485 miles
  • 2020 – 104,182 miles
  • 2019 – 92,472 miles
  • 2018 – 80,586 miles
  • 2017 – 77,899 miles
  • 2016 – 77,008 miles
  • 2015 – 67,305 miles
  • 2014 – 58,420 miles
  • 2013 – 50,109 miles
  • 2012 – 39,429 miles
  • 2011 – 28,695 miles
  • 2010 – 26,422 miles
  • 2009 – 24,467 miles
  • 2008 – 20,715 miles
  • 2007 – 18,035 miles
  • 2006 – 15,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,083 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    113,083 miles
    Test number
    560080450525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail113,083 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,083 miles
    Test number
    979066563625
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass113,083 miles (+1,959)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    113,083 miles
    Test number
    729303407599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,124 miles
    Test number
    596683129977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail111,124 miles (+760)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,124 miles
    Test number
    109375369092
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass110,364 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,364 miles
    Test number
    354654970216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,485 miles
    Test number
    235755547047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail109,485 miles (+5,303)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,485 miles
    Test number
    224096435087
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass104,182 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,182 miles
    Test number
    149097385019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail104,180 miles (+11,708)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,180 miles
    Test number
    572330197634
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass92,472 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,472 miles
    Test number
    332059286172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail92,472 miles (+11,886)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,472 miles
    Test number
    445177818658
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass80,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,586 miles
    Test number
    129559305328
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail80,586 miles (+2,687)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,586 miles
    Test number
    236959678441
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass77,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,899 miles
    Test number
    450008120448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,899 miles (+891)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,899 miles
    Test number
    627124280761
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  17. Pass77,008 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,008 miles
    Test number
    606302357312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail77,001 miles (+9,696)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    627091774289
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Small one (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass67,305 miles (+8,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,305 miles
    Test number
    971334978717
    • AdvisoryRear rear brakes have slight brake bind.

  20. Pass58,420 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,420 miles
    Test number
    489386634379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,922 miles (+5,813)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,922 miles
    Test number
    559526004181
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel trims fitted

  22. Pass50,109 miles (+10,680)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,109 miles
    Test number
    196389993010
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll road wheels have trim covers,unable to fully inspect nuts or studs
    • NoteSlight gear box oil leak

  23. Pass39,429 miles (+10,734)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,429 miles
    Test number
    297929402420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  24. Pass28,695 miles (+2,273)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,695 miles
    Test number
    757018391043
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass26,422 miles (+1,955)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    26,422 miles
    Test number
    360737100153
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteWater leak from windscreen washer bottle

  26. Pass24,467 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,467 miles
    Test number
    244508009154
    • NoteIn car headlamp aim adjuster does not work

  27. Fail24,467 miles (+3,752)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,467 miles
    Test number
    364558409118
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteIn car headlamp aim adjuster does not work

  28. Pass20,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,715 miles
    Test number
    222673908452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail20,715 miles (+2,680)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,715 miles
    Test number
    252053208425
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass18,035 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,035 miles
    Test number
    131716607185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail17,963 miles (+2,682)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,963 miles
    Test number
    730062507194
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  32. Pass15,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,281 miles
    Test number
    981359086016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y254 JGR

Does Y254 JGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y254 JGR is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y254 JGR?
The MOT on Y254 JGR is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y254 JGR done?
Y254 JGR was recorded at 113,083 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 4,923 miles a year.
Has Y254 JGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y254 JGR has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y254 JGR 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 JGR find?
Y254 JGR passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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