Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y271 NJBMOT history

Y271 NJB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 81,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

Y271 NJB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,141 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,758 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y271 NJB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y271 NJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y271 NJB was last recorded at 81,141 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,709 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
432 miles
Average per year
2,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,141 miles
  • 2025 – 80,709 miles
  • 2024 – 79,990 miles
  • 2023 – 79,469 miles
  • 2022 – 78,684 miles
  • 2021 – 77,620 miles
  • 2020 – 77,145 miles
  • 2019 – 76,260 miles
  • 2018 – 75,277 miles
  • 2017 – 73,640 miles
  • 2016 – 72,036 miles
  • 2015 – 69,553 miles
  • 2014 – 66,269 miles
  • 2013 – 62,548 miles
  • 2012 – 58,459 miles
  • 2011 – 53,599 miles
  • 2009 – 45,065 miles
  • 2008 – 35,851 miles
  • 2007 – 31,317 miles
  • 2006 – 25,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,141 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front brake has slight bind

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,141 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,141 miles
    Test number
    474354349119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail81,130 miles (+421)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,130 miles
    Test number
    376816067798
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass80,709 miles (+719)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    80,709 miles
    Test number
    249282453843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,990 miles (+521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,990 miles
    Test number
    751978500734
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass79,469 miles (+785)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,469 miles
    Test number
    945994254276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,684 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,684 miles
    Test number
    442472093764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,676 miles (+1,056)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,676 miles
    Test number
    540866824638
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury WING (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  8. Pass77,620 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,620 miles
    Test number
    528198483055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,615 miles (+470)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,615 miles
    Test number
    746334433733
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH SPLIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,145 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,145 miles
    Test number
    982496391537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,132 miles (+872)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,132 miles
    Test number
    394352589743
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass76,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    76,260 miles
    Test number
    810446345492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,260 miles (+983)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,260 miles
    Test number
    257945647483
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass75,277 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,277 miles
    Test number
    505497318008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,262 miles (+1,622)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,262 miles
    Test number
    936014090543
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from front section (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass73,640 miles (+1,604)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,640 miles
    Test number
    940268732355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,036 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,036 miles
    Test number
    715173201706
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres perished in tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail72,036 miles (+2,483)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,036 miles
    Test number
    558865161117
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres perished in tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass69,553 miles (+3,284)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,553 miles
    Test number
    309878645004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAdvise wind screen has small marks in zone A

  20. Pass66,269 miles (+3,721)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,269 miles
    Test number
    136549554031
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass62,548 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,548 miles
    Test number
    745936353016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail62,548 miles (+4,089)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,548 miles
    Test number
    869243953090
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOuter Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass58,459 miles (+4,860)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,459 miles
    Test number
    225338252059
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  24. Pass53,599 miles (+8,534)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,599 miles
    Test number
    267657741076
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside front brake disc corroded

  25. Pass45,065 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,065 miles
    Test number
    531275499274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  26. Fail45,065 miles (+9,214)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,065 miles
    Test number
    133114299236
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  27. Pass35,851 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,851 miles
    Test number
    812874368038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail35,831 miles (+4,514)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,831 miles
    Test number
    464158658005
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass31,317 miles (+5,436)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,317 miles
    Test number
    864197257034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake has slight binding

  30. Pass25,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,881 miles
    Test number
    220051456005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y271 NJB

Does Y271 NJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y271 NJB is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y271 NJB?
The MOT on Y271 NJB is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y271 NJB done?
Y271 NJB was recorded at 81,141 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,758 miles a year.
Has Y271 NJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y271 NJB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y271 NJB 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 Y271 NJB find?
Y271 NJB passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

Related registrations

Browse all Y271 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.