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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

Y29 DRAMOT history

Y29 DRA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Jul 2014. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 127,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

Y29 DRA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
127,870 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 DRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
18 Jul 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 DRA was last recorded at 127,870 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 11,395 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,475 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,395 miles
Average per year
7,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,870 miles
  • 2024 – 116,475 miles
  • 2023 – 112,304 miles
  • 2022 – 107,215 miles
  • 2021 – 102,021 miles
  • 2020 – 93,297 miles
  • 2019 – 87,331 miles
  • 2018 – 76,759 miles
  • 2017 – 65,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,870 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.

  • Engine bay covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 19 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,870 miles (+11,395)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    127,870 miles
    Test number
    491435594765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,475 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    116,475 miles
    Test number
    800460490506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,304 miles (+5,089)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    112,304 miles
    Test number
    564934711770
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front and offside front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear and offside rear flexi hose union/neck covers deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin nearside front and offside front pads approx 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn/wearing on inner edge

  4. Pass107,215 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    772567990129
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside rear hose union covers perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

  5. Fail107,215 miles (+5,194)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    221355797504
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside rear hose union covers perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

  6. Pass102,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,021 miles
    Test number
    829015873773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail102,021 miles (+8,724)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,021 miles
    Test number
    833823928457
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass93,297 miles (+5,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,297 miles
    Test number
    985991410273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass87,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,331 miles
    Test number
    302181672318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,331 miles (+10,572)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,331 miles
    Test number
    167573600654
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

  11. Pass76,759 miles (+10,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    76,759 miles
    Test number
    766961280670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre valve slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm / wearing inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass65,869 miles (+677)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    65,869 miles
    Test number
    356975119994
    • AdvisoryLow emitter detected, no measurable level of smoke emitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNot all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass65,192 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,192 miles
    Test number
    764878611129
    • AdvisoryBecause of brake design not all brake components fully visible.
    • AdvisoryEngine and under vehicle covers fitted, Restricting view of some vehicle components.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Michelin 225/45R17 3.5 - 2 - 2.5 mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Michelin 225/45R17 4.5 - 5.5 - 4.5 mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Michelin 225/45R17 3.5 - 2 - 2 mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Michelin 225/45R17 4.5 - 5.5 - 5 mm
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y29 DRA

Does Y29 DRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 DRA is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y29 DRA?
The MOT on Y29 DRA is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 DRA done?
Y29 DRA was recorded at 127,870 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 7,472 miles a year.
Has Y29 DRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 DRA has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y29 DRA 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 Y29 DRA find?
Y29 DRA passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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