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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y276 YJMMOT history

Y276 YJM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 299,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

Y276 YJM silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
299,216 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y276 YJM
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
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y276 YJM was last recorded at 299,216 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 6,404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
292,812 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,404 miles
Average per year
10,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 299,216 miles
  • 2025 – 292,812 miles
  • 2024 – 285,401 miles
  • 2023 – 272,747 miles
  • 2022 – 266,160 miles
  • 2021 – 263,595 miles
  • 2019 – 252,995 miles
  • 2018 – 240,747 miles
  • 2017 – 223,710 miles
  • 2016 – 206,768 miles
  • 2015 – 190,294 miles
  • 2014 – 174,147 miles
  • 2013 – 156,170 miles
  • 2012 – 144,125 miles
  • 2011 – 133,222 miles
  • 2010 – 123,441 miles
  • 2009 – 114,141 miles
  • 2008 – 102,869 miles
  • 2007 – 93,723 miles
  • 2006 – 85,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass299,216 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass299,216 miles (+6,404)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    299,216 miles
    Test number
    873785902751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass292,812 miles (+7,411)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    292,812 miles
    Test number
    191797973643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass285,401 miles (+12,654)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    285,401 miles
    Test number
    247871019340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass272,747 miles (+6,587)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    272,747 miles
    Test number
    153836965352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass266,160 miles (+2,565)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    266,160 miles
    Test number
    705882976217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass263,595 miles (+10,600)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    263,595 miles
    Test number
    316769643081
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass252,995 miles (+12,248)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    252,995 miles
    Test number
    901660177155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass240,747 miles (+17,037)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    240,747 miles
    Test number
    933575246248
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Registration light dim
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Shows signs of heat (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass223,710 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    223,710 miles
    Test number
    272042689709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Fail223,589 miles (+16,821)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,589 miles
    Test number
    183475522115
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass206,768 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    206,768 miles
    Test number
    887381804764
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  12. Fail206,766 miles (+16,472)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,766 miles
    Test number
    975937545800
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  13. Pass190,294 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    190,294 miles
    Test number
    545384605299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail190,292 miles (+16,145)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,292 miles
    Test number
    305014705201
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass174,147 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    174,147 miles
    Test number
    515503704237
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r brake slightly binding

  16. Fail174,145 miles (+17,975)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,145 miles
    Test number
    188333404282
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r brake slightly binding

  17. Fail156,170 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,170 miles
    Test number
    196281313255
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has started to wear on the outer edge
    • NoteOffside mirror is glass is cracked and casing broken

  18. Pass156,170 miles (+12,045)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    156,170 miles
    Test number
    709071913229
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has started to wear on the outer edge
    • NoteOffside mirror is glass is cracked and casing broken

  19. Pass144,125 miles (+10,903)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    144,125 miles
    Test number
    707490502260
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass133,222 miles (+9,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    133,222 miles
    Test number
    397826201286
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass123,441 miles (+9,300)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    123,441 miles
    Test number
    361892000254
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvanced deterioration wear & corrosion to rear brake discs
    • NoteSlight knocking from rear suspension
    • NoteSlight movement wear & perishing to rear suspension rubbers & bushes

  22. Pass114,141 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    114,141 miles
    Test number
    464690699159
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHand brake stiff in operation
    • NoteWeld up exhaust mounting to rear ex/box

  23. Fail114,141 miles (+11,272)3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,141 miles
    Test number
    962740799119
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHand brake stiff in operation
    • NoteWeld up exhaust mounting to rear ex/box

  24. Pass102,869 miles (+9,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    102,869 miles
    Test number
    301248898162
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass93,723 miles (+8,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,723 miles
    Test number
    140064797143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass85,561 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    85,561 miles
    Test number
    721829706277
    • NoteSlight knocking from front/rear suspension

Questions about Y276 YJM

Does Y276 YJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y276 YJM is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y276 YJM?
The MOT on Y276 YJM is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y276 YJM done?
Y276 YJM was recorded at 299,216 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 10,983 miles a year.
Has Y276 YJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y276 YJM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on Y276 YJM 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 Y276 YJM find?
Y276 YJM passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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