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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y264 AABMOT history

Y264 AAB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 135,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2025.

Y264 AAB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2026
Mileage
135,473 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y264 AAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y264 AAB was last recorded at 135,473 miles on 11 Feb 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,468 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,473 miles
  • 2024 – 130,708 miles
  • 2023 – 125,609 miles
  • 2022 – 121,441 miles
  • 2021 – 117,232 miles
  • 2020 – 114,090 miles
  • 2019 – 110,119 miles
  • 2018 – 106,629 miles
  • 2017 – 104,300 miles
  • 2016 – 100,953 miles
  • 2015 – 98,771 miles
  • 2014 – 96,180 miles
  • 2013 – 93,146 miles
  • 2012 – 89,628 miles
  • 2011 – 86,515 miles
  • 2010 – 80,131 miles
  • 2009 – 72,208 miles
  • 2008 – 64,968 miles
  • 2007 – 56,645 miles
  • 2006 – 48,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,473 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant around bottom of radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear end part

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,473 miles (+5)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,473 miles
    Test number
    163364410873
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail135,468 miles (+4,760)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,468 miles
    Test number
    111717374327
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high And low engine cut off multiple times (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass130,708 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,708 miles
    Test number
    891431847276
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant around bottom of radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear end part (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail130,706 miles (+5,097)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,706 miles
    Test number
    301207983230
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant around bottom of radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear end part (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass125,609 miles (+4,168)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,609 miles
    Test number
    857188780389
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak around radiator
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass121,441 miles (+4,209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,441 miles
    Test number
    385212005040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  7. Pass117,232 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,232 miles
    Test number
    661216914273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,222 miles (+3,132)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,222 miles
    Test number
    591903746673
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass114,090 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    114,090 miles
    Test number
    269058979072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,089 miles (+3,970)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,089 miles
    Test number
    272439609600
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass110,119 miles (+3,490)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,119 miles
    Test number
    500317108076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,629 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    106,629 miles
    Test number
    136090130876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail106,628 miles (+2,328)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,628 miles
    Test number
    705168725548
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass104,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    104,300 miles
    Test number
    991976770571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,300 miles (+3,347)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,300 miles
    Test number
    995791735928
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  16. Pass100,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,953 miles
    Test number
    195415768185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail100,953 miles (+2,182)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,953 miles
    Test number
    600344552681
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  18. Pass98,771 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,771 miles
    Test number
    168741865444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass96,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,180 miles
    Test number
    408033164094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail96,180 miles (+3,034)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,180 miles
    Test number
    439253964058
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  21. Pass93,146 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,146 miles
    Test number
    116642273097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,628 miles (+3,113)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,628 miles
    Test number
    305320062087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,515 miles (+6,384)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    86,515 miles
    Test number
    997910381067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,131 miles (+7,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    80,131 miles
    Test number
    434054670090
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  25. Pass72,208 miles (+7,240)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,208 miles
    Test number
    680540079061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,968 miles (+8,323)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,968 miles
    Test number
    402699978055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,645 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,645 miles
    Test number
    693157287019
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  28. Fail56,645 miles (+8,556)2 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,645 miles
    Test number
    663286487022
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
  29. Pass48,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,089 miles
    Test number
    484732186087
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y264 AAB

Does Y264 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y264 AAB expired on 12 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y264 AAB?
The MOT on Y264 AAB expired on 12 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y264 AAB done?
Y264 AAB was recorded at 135,473 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2025, an average of 4,626 miles a year.
Has Y264 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y264 AAB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y264 AAB 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 Y264 AAB find?
Y264 AAB passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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