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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,792 cc

Y296 LROMOT history

Y296 LRO is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 115,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2025.

Y296 LRO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2026
Mileage
115,431 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 LRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 LRO was last recorded at 115,431 miles on 27 Jan 2025, 1,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,322 miles · 29 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,109 miles
Average per year
2,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,431 miles
  • 2024 – 114,322 miles
  • 2014 – 108,233 miles
  • 2013 – 100,574 miles
  • 2011 – 95,279 miles
  • 2010 – 85,489 miles
  • 2007 – 77,840 miles
  • 2006 – 62,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,431 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,431 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    115,431 miles
    Test number
    272444423471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,322 miles
    Test number
    756246241621
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail114,322 miles (+6,089)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,322 miles
    Test number
    196579637418
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass108,233 miles (+7,659)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    108,233 miles
    Test number
    197291284199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    100,574 miles
    Test number
    618199973139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,574 miles (+5,295)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,574 miles
    Test number
    769389973133
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  7. Pass95,279 miles (+9,790)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    95,279 miles
    Test number
    516134381288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,489 miles (+7,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    85,489 miles
    Test number
    392382720251
    • 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)
  9. Pass77,840 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    77,840 miles
    Test number
    361084757300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail77,840 miles (+15,569)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,840 miles
    Test number
    830284457340
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass62,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    62,271 miles
    Test number
    853861216358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,271 miles1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,271 miles
    Test number
    841010216306
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

Questions about Y296 LRO

Does Y296 LRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 LRO expired on 28 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 LRO?
The MOT on Y296 LRO expired on 28 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 LRO done?
Y296 LRO was recorded at 115,431 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2025, an average of 2,917 miles a year.
Has Y296 LRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 LRO has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y296 LRO 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 Y296 LRO find?
Y296 LRO passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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