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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y274 YMOMOT history

Y274 YMO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 126,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

Y274 YMO silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
126,219 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y274 YMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y274 YMO was last recorded at 126,219 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,218 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,219 miles
  • 2023 – 115,793 miles
  • 2022 – 105,778 miles
  • 2020 – 104,771 miles
  • 2019 – 101,405 miles
  • 2018 – 98,337 miles
  • 2017 – 96,097 miles
  • 2016 – 93,346 miles
  • 2015 – 89,254 miles
  • 2014 – 85,906 miles
  • 2013 – 82,289 miles
  • 2012 – 78,682 miles
  • 2011 – 74,155 miles
  • 2010 – 69,930 miles
  • 2009 – 65,667 miles
  • 2008 – 61,935 miles
  • 2007 – 58,439 miles
  • 2006 – 53,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,219 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,219 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    126,219 miles
    Test number
    294066959602
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,218 miles (+10,425)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,218 miles
    Test number
    124113073464
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,793 miles (+366)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,793 miles
    Test number
    892890288312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail115,427 miles (+9,649)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,427 miles
    Test number
    666215319131
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,778 miles (+1,007)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,778 miles
    Test number
    903550286266
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm axle bushes nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,771 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,771 miles
    Test number
    204916579672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail104,711 miles (+3,306)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,711 miles
    Test number
    914867154470
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass101,405 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    101,405 miles
    Test number
    855108702174
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail101,405 miles (+3,068)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,405 miles
    Test number
    544406500554
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SPLIT (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,337 miles (+2,240)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,337 miles
    Test number
    273965328498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,097 miles (+2,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,097 miles
    Test number
    882601087699
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass93,346 miles (+4,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,346 miles
    Test number
    223987715095
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass89,254 miles (+3,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,254 miles
    Test number
    579692115108
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass85,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,906 miles
    Test number
    278086604135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,906 miles (+3,617)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,906 miles
    Test number
    185616804191
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass82,289 miles (+3,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,289 miles
    Test number
    635034813140
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail78,682 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,682 miles
    Test number
    328371322159
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass78,682 miles (+4,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,682 miles
    Test number
    836011322172
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass74,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    74,155 miles
    Test number
    265423101154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail74,155 miles (+4,225)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,155 miles
    Test number
    835493001148
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass69,930 miles (+4,263)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,930 miles
    Test number
    642381210193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,667 miles (+3,732)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,667 miles
    Test number
    743002219141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,935 miles (+3,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,935 miles
    Test number
    930364618192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass58,439 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    58,439 miles
    Test number
    160271327157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,437 miles (+5,278)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,437 miles
    Test number
    872496817190
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass53,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,159 miles
    Test number
    603008116193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y274 YMO

Does Y274 YMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y274 YMO is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y274 YMO?
The MOT on Y274 YMO is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y274 YMO done?
Y274 YMO was recorded at 126,219 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 3,586 miles a year.
Has Y274 YMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y274 YMO has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y274 YMO 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 Y274 YMO find?
Y274 YMO passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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