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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y272 AABMOT history

Y272 AAB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y272 AAB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
132,835 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y272 AAB
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
25 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y272 AAB was last recorded at 132,835 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,835 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,835 miles
  • 2025 – 130,337 miles
  • 2024 – 127,537 miles
  • 2023 – 121,851 miles
  • 2022 – 115,014 miles
  • 2021 – 107,527 miles
  • 2020 – 101,224 miles
  • 2019 – 95,795 miles
  • 2018 – 93,070 miles
  • 2017 – 90,243 miles
  • 2016 – 87,744 miles
  • 2015 – 85,217 miles
  • 2014 – 81,807 miles
  • 2013 – 78,118 miles
  • 2012 – 74,103 miles
  • 2011 – 69,365 miles
  • 2010 – 65,033 miles
  • 2009 – 60,175 miles
  • 2008 – 55,099 miles
  • 2007 – 48,894 miles
  • 2006 – 43,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,835 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,835 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    132,835 miles
    Test number
    197967553213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,835 miles (+2,498)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,835 miles
    Test number
    611155486186
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,337 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,337 miles
    Test number
    996378304788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail130,337 miles (+2,800)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,337 miles
    Test number
    154662644107
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,537 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    127,537 miles
    Test number
    127776190512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,851 miles (+6,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    121,851 miles
    Test number
    822404251741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass115,014 miles (+7,487)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,014 miles
    Test number
    155413797859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass107,527 miles (+6,303)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    646005462780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill slight damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  9. Pass101,224 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,224 miles
    Test number
    465413210404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  10. Fail101,224 miles (+5,429)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,224 miles
    Test number
    347708814680
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush very slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  11. Pass95,795 miles (+2,725)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,795 miles
    Test number
    858164447216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight scratches in front screen

  12. Pass93,070 miles (+2,827)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,070 miles
    Test number
    472043184348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside steering arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear of engine
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal bit of travel

  13. Pass90,243 miles (+2,499)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,243 miles
    Test number
    774264375852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,744 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    349395362123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,217 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,217 miles
    Test number
    837254305166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,807 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,807 miles
    Test number
    939304704180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,118 miles (+4,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,118 miles
    Test number
    576614293063
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass74,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,103 miles
    Test number
    438298002190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,103 miles (+4,738)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,103 miles
    Test number
    649868102172
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass69,365 miles (+4,332)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,365 miles
    Test number
    216074291042
    • NoteBoth front tops strut mounts have movement/play when no load on, ok when load on.

  21. Pass65,033 miles (+4,858)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,033 miles
    Test number
    144249990008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

  22. Fail60,175 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,175 miles
    Test number
    743960819126
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass60,175 miles (+5,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,175 miles
    Test number
    981640719126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass55,099 miles (+6,205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,099 miles
    Test number
    874475918148
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass48,894 miles (+5,526)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,894 miles
    Test number
    841266387070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,368 miles
    Test number
    973993996077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,368 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,368 miles
    Test number
    320120896096
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about Y272 AAB

Does Y272 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y272 AAB is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y272 AAB?
The MOT on Y272 AAB is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y272 AAB done?
Y272 AAB was recorded at 132,835 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 4,365 miles a year.
Has Y272 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y272 AAB has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y272 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 Y272 AAB find?
Y272 AAB passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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