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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y279 NCDMOT history

Y279 NCD is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 144,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

Y279 NCD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
144,147 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 NCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 NCD was last recorded at 144,147 miles on 18 May 2026, 3,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,261 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,886 miles
Average per year
5,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,147 miles
  • 2025 – 140,261 miles
  • 2024 – 135,936 miles
  • 2023 – 130,926 miles
  • 2022 – 128,090 miles
  • 2021 – 124,718 miles
  • 2020 – 122,550 miles
  • 2019 – 120,669 miles
  • 2018 – 118,798 miles
  • 2017 – 116,692 miles
  • 2016 – 113,903 miles
  • 2015 – 111,094 miles
  • 2014 – 106,753 miles
  • 2013 – 99,067 miles
  • 2012 – 91,468 miles
  • 2011 – 82,105 miles
  • 2010 – 73,874 miles
  • 2009 – 65,010 miles
  • 2008 – 57,959 miles
  • 2007 – 50,690 miles
  • 2006 – 41,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,147 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear axle bushes worn

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Check engine lamp on

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,147 miles (+3,886)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    144,147 miles
    Test number
    535570069378
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,261 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    140,261 miles
    Test number
    794605546460
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,261 miles (+4,325)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,261 miles
    Test number
    656323618835
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,936 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,936 miles
    Test number
    388309104383
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail135,927 miles (+5,001)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,927 miles
    Test number
    594050651799
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle fractured Corroded and fractured (5.1.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass130,926 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    130,926 miles
    Test number
    855901146339
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail130,915 miles (+2,825)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,915 miles
    Test number
    248236153329
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Poor running (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass128,090 miles (+3,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    128,090 miles
    Test number
    782255408177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass124,718 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    124,718 miles
    Test number
    239349981226
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail124,717 miles (+2,167)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,717 miles
    Test number
    805956905748
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass122,550 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    122,550 miles
    Test number
    813019854320
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  12. Fail122,550 miles (+1,881)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,550 miles
    Test number
    213725042684
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  13. Pass120,669 miles (+1,871)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,669 miles
    Test number
    366194215889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres have some damage to side walls or are perished
    • AdvisoryCheck engine lamp on
    • AdvisoryRadiator slight weep
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops and dust covers in poor condition

  14. Pass118,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,798 miles
    Test number
    642025464878
    • AdvisoryCheck engine lamp on
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  15. Fail118,798 miles (+2,106)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,798 miles
    Test number
    742360507626
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCheck engine lamp on
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  16. Pass116,692 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,692 miles
    Test number
    369008979252
    • AdvisoryCheck engine lamp on
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  17. Fail116,687 miles (+2,784)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,687 miles
    Test number
    473060918396
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryCheck engine lamp on
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  18. Pass113,903 miles (+2,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,903 miles
    Test number
    720727476077
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops broken

  19. Pass111,094 miles (+4,341)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    111,094 miles
    Test number
    757590615168
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass106,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    837328914159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail106,747 miles (+7,680)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,747 miles
    Test number
    849618414115
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rusty and centre mounting brocken

  22. Pass99,067 miles (+7,599)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,067 miles
    Test number
    499008103112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth sides front and n/s/r tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteN/s/f flexible brake hose slightly perished

  23. Pass91,468 miles (+9,363)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    91,468 miles
    Test number
    226739802111
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth sides front brake discs worn

  24. Pass82,105 miles (+8,231)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,105 miles
    Test number
    799591311113
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass73,874 miles (+56)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,874 miles
    Test number
    562109600126
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail73,818 miles (+8,808)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,818 miles
    Test number
    261547500138
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass65,010 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,010 miles
    Test number
    252097009101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,004 miles (+7,045)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,004 miles
    Test number
    230006709492
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  29. Pass57,959 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,959 miles
    Test number
    773681528180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail57,888 miles (+7,198)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,888 miles
    Test number
    463176618129
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  31. Pass50,690 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    50,690 miles
    Test number
    644610027161
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has nail in tread
    • NoteStrong advise o/s/f brake pad at limit advise replacing asap

  32. Fail50,690 miles (+9,451)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,690 miles
    Test number
    471390927143
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  33. Pass41,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,239 miles
    Test number
    143411006110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail41,239 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,239 miles
    Test number
    472751106164
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about Y279 NCD

Does Y279 NCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 NCD is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y279 NCD?
The MOT on Y279 NCD is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 NCD done?
Y279 NCD was recorded at 144,147 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,119 miles a year.
Has Y279 NCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 NCD has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y279 NCD 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 NCD find?
Y279 NCD passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount, and 2 more.

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