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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

Y288 MJXMOT history

Y288 MJX is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

Y288 MJX red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
111,500 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 MJX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 MJX was last recorded at 111,500 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,499 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,500 miles
  • 2025 – 101,499 miles
  • 2024 – 90,492 miles
  • 2023 – 81,631 miles
  • 2021 – 81,044 miles
  • 2019 – 80,931 miles
  • 2018 – 80,380 miles
  • 2017 – 80,096 miles
  • 2016 – 79,562 miles
  • 2015 – 79,070 miles
  • 2014 – 78,250 miles
  • 2013 – 77,049 miles
  • 2012 – 73,443 miles
  • 2011 – 70,056 miles
  • 2010 – 67,561 miles
  • 2009 – 60,816 miles
  • 2008 – 54,387 miles
  • 2007 – 50,102 miles
  • 2006 – 47,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,500 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres cracking.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres cracking.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,500 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    111,500 miles
    Test number
    922232431574
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail111,499 miles (+10,000)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,499 miles
    Test number
    433501944779
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,499 miles
    Test number
    984105875096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,499 miles (+11,007)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,499 miles
    Test number
    694163272905
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass90,492 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    90,492 miles
    Test number
    333148899475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail90,492 miles (+8,861)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,492 miles
    Test number
    731598115642
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass81,631 miles (+587)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,631 miles
    Test number
    824298354601
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass81,044 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    81,044 miles
    Test number
    371960117461
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail81,044 miles (+113)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,044 miles
    Test number
    159408213399
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass80,931 miles (+551)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,931 miles
    Test number
    963838900923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass80,380 miles (+284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,380 miles
    Test number
    796398507978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass80,096 miles (+534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,096 miles
    Test number
    743719538247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak small oil leak from engine

  13. Pass79,562 miles (+492)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,562 miles
    Test number
    137963342543
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking slightly
    • AdvisorySlight play in hand brake lever.
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion on suspension components

  14. Pass79,070 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    960129362972
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail79,070 miles (+820)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    299765284642
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass78,250 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,250 miles
    Test number
    626099184270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,237 miles (+1,188)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,237 miles
    Test number
    608286984238
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteEngine breather split///o/s/r tyre cracking.

  18. Pass77,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    665039683219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,049 miles (+3,606)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    948219383298
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass73,443 miles (+3,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,443 miles
    Test number
    767251692212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass70,056 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,056 miles
    Test number
    537973671277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,561 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,561 miles
    Test number
    572291680242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    60,816 miles
    Test number
    384979479291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail60,816 miles (+2,311)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,816 miles
    Test number
    570439779289
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass58,505 miles (+24)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,505 miles
    Test number
    752607809181
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteWear on inner edge of offside front tyre

  26. Fail58,481 miles (+4,094)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,481 miles
    Test number
    510715509164
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteWear on inner edge of offside front tyre

  27. Pass54,387 miles (+4,285)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,387 miles
    Test number
    994551108110
    • NoteHeat shield loose on front exhaust pipe

  28. Pass50,102 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    50,102 miles
    Test number
    914570507134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    47,074 miles
    Test number
    360087936189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y288 MJX

Does Y288 MJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y288 MJX is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y288 MJX?
The MOT on Y288 MJX is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y288 MJX done?
Y288 MJX was recorded at 111,500 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 3,257 miles a year.
Has Y288 MJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 MJX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y288 MJX 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 Y288 MJX find?
Y288 MJX passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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