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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y287 TKOMOT history

Y287 TKO is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

Y287 TKO green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,393 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y287 TKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y287 TKO was last recorded at 122,393 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 4,736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,657 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,736 miles
Average per year
4,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,393 miles
  • 2025 – 117,657 miles
  • 2024 – 107,566 miles
  • 2023 – 107,401 miles
  • 2022 – 98,920 miles
  • 2021 – 97,720 miles
  • 2020 – 97,055 miles
  • 2019 – 95,949 miles
  • 2018 – 94,583 miles
  • 2017 – 93,620 miles
  • 2016 – 91,539 miles
  • 2015 – 87,437 miles
  • 2014 – 81,185 miles
  • 2013 – 75,251 miles
  • 2012 – 66,748 miles
  • 2011 – 60,672 miles
  • 2009 – 54,283 miles
  • 2008 – 46,752 miles
  • 2007 – 44,375 miles
  • 2006 – 37,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,393 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,393 miles
    Test number
    206238070501
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail122,393 miles (+4,736)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,393 miles
    Test number
    349133621059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass117,657 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    117,657 miles
    Test number
    175788379054
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  4. Fail117,657 miles (+10,091)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,657 miles
    Test number
    869382362306
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  5. Pass107,566 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    107,566 miles
    Test number
    526005269065
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  6. Fail107,560 miles (+159)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,560 miles
    Test number
    143094090648
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  7. Pass107,401 miles (+8,481)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    107,401 miles
    Test number
    990855334143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,920 miles (+1,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    98,920 miles
    Test number
    366682222915
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass97,720 miles (+665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,720 miles
    Test number
    341548206498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass97,055 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    97,055 miles
    Test number
    842552285517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,949 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,949 miles
    Test number
    548347643475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,583 miles
    Test number
    758932121457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,583 miles (+963)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,583 miles
    Test number
    223509398667
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
  14. Pass93,620 miles (+2,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,620 miles
    Test number
    686726864762
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv boot clip insicure
  15. Pass91,539 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,539 miles
    Test number
    409052797551
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both d bar bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front sills
  16. Fail91,539 miles (+4,102)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,539 miles
    Test number
    840184911114
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/14 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both d bar bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front sills
  17. Pass87,437 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,437 miles
    Test number
    235018625073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBracket broke on centre exhaust
    • NoteSlight movement in rear axle bushes
  18. Fail87,437 miles (+6,252)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,437 miles
    Test number
    479578125039
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBracket broke on centre exhaust
    • NoteSlight movement in rear axle bushes
  19. Pass81,185 miles (+5,934)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    81,185 miles
    Test number
    306732844083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBracket broke on centre exhaust
    • NoteSlight movement in rear axle bushes
    • NoteSpare tyre flat
  20. Pass75,251 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    75,251 miles
    Test number
    216100153034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  21. Fail75,251 miles (+8,503)6 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,251 miles
    Test number
    907559243082
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  22. Fail66,748 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,748 miles
    Test number
    135652352419
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  23. Pass66,748 miles (+6,076)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,748 miles
    Test number
    198672252448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  24. Pass60,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,672 miles
    Test number
    849848941067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,672 miles (+6,389)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,672 miles
    Test number
    727995541021
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes slightly worn
    • NoteUnable to see front and rear brake pads to assess wear
  26. Pass54,283 miles (+7,531)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,283 miles
    Test number
    580664069194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,752 miles (+2,377)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    46,752 miles
    Test number
    203113948126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,375 miles (+7,034)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    893175927199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,341 miles
    Test number
    144716626128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y287 TKO

Does Y287 TKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y287 TKO is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y287 TKO?
The MOT on Y287 TKO is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y287 TKO done?
Y287 TKO was recorded at 122,393 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,173 miles a year.
Has Y287 TKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y287 TKO has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y287 TKO 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 Y287 TKO find?
Y287 TKO passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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