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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y279 DVOMOT history

Y279 DVO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2022.

Y279 DVO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2023
Mileage
155,335 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 DVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 DVO was last recorded at 155,335 miles on 11 Aug 2022, 10,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,843 miles · 11 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
10,492 miles
Average per year
6,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,335 miles
  • 2021 – 144,843 miles
  • 2020 – 136,302 miles
  • 2018 – 130,080 miles
  • 2017 – 123,963 miles
  • 2016 – 117,428 miles
  • 2015 – 110,896 miles
  • 2014 – 97,309 miles
  • 2013 – 84,846 miles
  • 2012 – 67,495 miles
  • 2011 – 67,120 miles
  • 2010 – 65,882 miles
  • 2009 – 59,973 miles
  • 2008 – 54,110 miles
  • 2007 – 47,546 miles
  • 2006 – 41,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,335 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,335 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    155,335 miles
    Test number
    101133539842
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail155,335 miles (+10,492)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,335 miles
    Test number
    658080623172
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass144,843 miles (+8,541)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    144,843 miles
    Test number
    287066106488
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass136,302 miles (+6,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,302 miles
    Test number
    460037407739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass130,080 miles (+6,117)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,080 miles
    Test number
    699689647833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass123,963 miles (+6,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,963 miles
    Test number
    950661598812
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass117,428 miles (+6,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,428 miles
    Test number
    135203234229
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass110,896 miles (+133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    110,896 miles
    Test number
    318587930091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f wipers blads slight spligth

  9. Fail110,763 miles (+13,454)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,763 miles
    Test number
    943596275592
    • FailureMacpherson strut worn and seriously weakened front nearside (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureMacpherson strut worn and seriously weakened front offside (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front offside (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front offside (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front nearside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit front offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  10. Pass97,309 miles (+12,463)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    97,309 miles
    Test number
    909477594237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,846 miles
    Test number
    277654803374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail84,846 miles (+17,351)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,846 miles
    Test number
    875584603398
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWear n/s/r tyre

  13. Pass67,495 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    67,495 miles
    Test number
    108376562189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,120 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    67,120 miles
    Test number
    175650941174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,882 miles (+5,909)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    970647990047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteTraction control light on

  16. Pass59,973 miles (+5,863)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,973 miles
    Test number
    360586109181
    • NoteFront reg plate damaged
    • NoteFront spoiler missing
    • NoteOffside headlight stone chipped
    • NotePart-check only to rear seat belts; child seats fitted

  17. Pass54,110 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,110 miles
    Test number
    680869508196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,075 miles (+6,529)5 failures1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,075 miles
    Test number
    322456208136
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteOffside headlamp is chipped and holed letting in water

  19. Pass47,546 miles (+6,502)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    47,546 miles
    Test number
    153848007176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,044 miles
    Test number
    154535976005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,044 miles2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,044 miles
    Test number
    130155876420
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSmall chip in front screen

Questions about Y279 DVO

Does Y279 DVO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 DVO expired on 13 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 DVO?
The MOT on Y279 DVO expired on 13 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 DVO done?
Y279 DVO was recorded at 155,335 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2022, an average of 6,967 miles a year.
Has Y279 DVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 DVO has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y279 DVO 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 Y279 DVO find?
Y279 DVO passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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