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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y279 DABMOT history

Y279 DAB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 189,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

Y279 DAB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2025
Mileage
189,412 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 DAB
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
5 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y279 DAB was last recorded at 189,412 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 7,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 May 2011: 79,230 miles, lower than 115,720 miles on 31 Dec 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
181,519 miles · 27 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
7,893 miles
Average per year
6,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,412 miles
  • 2024 – 181,519 miles
  • 2023 – 172,980 miles
  • 2022 – 165,942 miles
  • 2021 – 159,619 miles
  • 2020 – 153,715 miles
  • 2019 – 149,203 miles
  • 2018 – 142,063 miles
  • 2017 – 135,979 miles
  • 2016 – 128,322 miles
  • 2015 – 122,095 miles
  • 2014 – 115,031 miles
  • 2013 – 107,929 miles
  • 2012 – 96,827 miles
  • 2011 – 79,230 miles
  • 2009 – 115,720 miles
  • 2008 – 97,480 miles
  • 2007 – 81,727 miles
  • 2006 – 70,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail189,412 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front wings taped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail189,412 miles (+7,893)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,412 miles
    Test number
    480639486059
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass181,519 miles (+8,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    181,519 miles
    Test number
    172286628499
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight damage n/s/f outer sill
    • AdvisorySmall stone-chip windscreen

  3. Pass172,980 miles (+7,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    172,980 miles
    Test number
    894807157919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass165,942 miles (+6,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    165,942 miles
    Test number
    906347844296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wings taped

  5. Pass159,619 miles (+5,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    159,619 miles
    Test number
    453299714844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wings taped

  6. Pass153,715 miles (+4,512)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    153,715 miles
    Test number
    926356634705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,203 miles (+7,140)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    149,203 miles
    Test number
    779149855942
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNote. all rear brake pipes painted

  8. Pass142,063 miles (+6,084)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    142,063 miles
    Test number
    364208649497
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass135,979 miles (+7,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    135,979 miles
    Test number
    728323125199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass128,322 miles (+6,227)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    128,322 miles
    Test number
    772363535337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,095 miles (+7,064)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    122,095 miles
    Test number
    284818976786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,031 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,031 miles
    Test number
    958968734298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,827 miles (+6,898)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,827 miles
    Test number
    157051034202
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass107,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    107,929 miles
    Test number
    445103053252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,929 miles (+11,102)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,929 miles
    Test number
    716232653278
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass96,827 miles (+17,597)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    96,827 miles
    Test number
    326479542110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,230 miles (-36,490)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,230 miles
    Test number
    835588131172
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edge
    • NoteSteel wheel fitted to nearside front

  18. Pass115,720 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    683925369357
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  19. Fail115,720 miles (+18,240)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    640845969379
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  20. Pass97,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    97,480 miles
    Test number
    162003608398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail97,480 miles (+15,753)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,480 miles
    Test number
    864253308368
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass81,727 miles (+11,438)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    914953467282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    452236766298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 DAB

Does Y279 DAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 DAB expired on 9 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 DAB?
The MOT on Y279 DAB expired on 9 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 DAB done?
Y279 DAB was recorded at 189,412 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 6,308 miles a year.
Has Y279 DAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 DAB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y279 DAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y279 DAB find?
Y279 DAB failed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90; nearside front shock absorbers has negligible damping effect; nearside outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 13 more.

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