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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y259 RECMOT history

Y259 REC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

Y259 REC blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
87,129 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 REC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y259 REC was last recorded at 87,129 miles on 15 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,128 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,129 miles
  • 2023 – 85,765 miles
  • 2022 – 85,510 miles
  • 2021 – 78,753 miles
  • 2020 – 68,841 miles
  • 2019 – 61,045 miles
  • 2018 – 56,730 miles
  • 2017 – 50,678 miles
  • 2016 – 47,142 miles
  • 2015 – 42,455 miles
  • 2014 – 40,113 miles
  • 2013 – 37,947 miles
  • 2012 – 35,291 miles
  • 2011 – 33,526 miles
  • 2010 – 30,872 miles
  • 2009 – 29,045 miles
  • 2008 – 26,831 miles
  • 2007 – 24,105 miles
  • 2006 – 21,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,129 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • PARK brake efficiency only just met. braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,129 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,129 miles
    Test number
    609349871267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail87,128 miles (+1,363)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,128 miles
    Test number
    591741371332
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass85,765 miles (+255)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,765 miles
    Test number
    675235375463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,510 miles (+6,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,510 miles
    Test number
    331668936946
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass78,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,753 miles
    Test number
    967300569005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,753 miles (+9,912)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,753 miles
    Test number
    669829430632
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,841 miles
    Test number
    264016202393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,841 miles (+7,796)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,841 miles
    Test number
    445528970374
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass61,045 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,045 miles
    Test number
    212641009748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,730 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,730 miles
    Test number
    414812700591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,678 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,678 miles
    Test number
    456366423814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,142 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,142 miles
    Test number
    849080589236
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear tyres have cuts to side wall
    • AdvisoryPARK brake efficiency only just met. braking system requires adjustment or repair

  13. Fail47,112 miles (+4,657)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,112 miles
    Test number
    918218145353
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryEmissions CO readings just within limits
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency only just met. braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cuts to side/tread wall

  14. Pass42,455 miles (+2,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,455 miles
    Test number
    506665175096
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass40,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,113 miles
    Test number
    418889344018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail40,113 miles (+2,166)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,113 miles
    Test number
    556428344021
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass37,947 miles (+2,656)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,947 miles
    Test number
    205836463012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,291 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,291 miles
    Test number
    806368962099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,526 miles (+2,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,526 miles
    Test number
    126586761442
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass30,872 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,872 miles
    Test number
    863002460092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,045 miles (+2,214)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,045 miles
    Test number
    152482969024
    • NoteAdvise adjustment of nearside rear wheel bearing.
    • NoteAdvise outer skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded.

  22. Pass26,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,831 miles
    Test number
    391314968048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,831 miles (+2,726)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,831 miles
    Test number
    752034068034
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteAdvise outer skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded...

  24. Pass24,105 miles (+2,878)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,105 miles
    Test number
    164420367478
    • NoteAdvise cut in side wall of o/s front tyre. but not down to ply....
    • NoteOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded.

  25. Pass21,227 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,227 miles
    Test number
    813162366088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in both nearside & offside rear tyres

Questions about Y259 REC

Does Y259 REC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y259 REC is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y259 REC?
The MOT on Y259 REC is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y259 REC done?
Y259 REC was recorded at 87,129 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 3,262 miles a year.
Has Y259 REC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 REC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y259 REC 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 Y259 REC find?
Y259 REC passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear, and 3 more.

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