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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y304 XBHMOT history

Y304 XBH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

Y304 XBH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,318 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y304 XBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y304 XBH was last recorded at 88,318 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,317 miles · 7 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,318 miles
  • 2025 – 87,590 miles
  • 2024 – 87,047 miles
  • 2023 – 86,149 miles
  • 2022 – 85,427 miles
  • 2021 – 84,756 miles
  • 2020 – 84,117 miles
  • 2019 – 83,101 miles
  • 2018 – 81,879 miles
  • 2017 – 80,660 miles
  • 2016 – 76,535 miles
  • 2015 – 71,358 miles
  • 2014 – 66,864 miles
  • 2013 – 63,282 miles
  • 2012 – 58,498 miles
  • 2011 – 54,395 miles
  • 2010 – 50,232 miles
  • 2009 – 46,320 miles
  • 2008 – 42,166 miles
  • 2007 – 37,306 miles
  • 2006 – 31,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,318 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,318 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,318 miles
    Test number
    716798971001
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,317 miles (+727)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,317 miles
    Test number
    229320396525
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    87,590 miles
    Test number
    563813637770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail87,590 miles (+543)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,590 miles
    Test number
    692432822794
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,047 miles (+898)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,047 miles
    Test number
    386118916681
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,149 miles (+722)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,149 miles
    Test number
    993649408721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass85,427 miles (+671)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,427 miles
    Test number
    752381126762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,756 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,756 miles
    Test number
    481743968673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,117 miles
    Test number
    104600127515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,117 miles (+1,016)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,117 miles
    Test number
    273095299541
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Pass83,101 miles (+1,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,101 miles
    Test number
    188600456868
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,879 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,879 miles
    Test number
    545648074922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,876 miles (+1,216)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,876 miles
    Test number
    830265490726
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass80,660 miles (+4,125)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,660 miles
    Test number
    611718123666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,535 miles (+5,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,535 miles
    Test number
    742862349364
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass71,358 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,358 miles
    Test number
    625401705213
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHaet sheild on cat converter loose

  17. Fail71,356 miles (+4,492)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,356 miles
    Test number
    236198295191
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHaet sheild on cat converter loose

  18. Pass66,864 miles (+3,582)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,864 miles
    Test number
    798455094171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r brake grabing

  19. Pass63,282 miles (+4,784)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,282 miles
    Test number
    305320303214
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/s/r brake grabbing

  20. Pass58,498 miles (+4,103)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    588993602282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,395 miles (+4,163)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,395 miles
    Test number
    927553301292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,232 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,232 miles
    Test number
    311251700295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,320 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,320 miles
    Test number
    382962509237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail46,311 miles (+4,145)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,311 miles
    Test number
    440101109295
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  25. Pass42,166 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,166 miles
    Test number
    394645208401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,306 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,306 miles
    Test number
    271620507200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,225 miles
    Test number
    121384696105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y304 XBH

Does Y304 XBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y304 XBH is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y304 XBH?
The MOT on Y304 XBH is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y304 XBH done?
Y304 XBH was recorded at 88,318 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 2,832 miles a year.
Has Y304 XBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y304 XBH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y304 XBH 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 Y304 XBH find?
Y304 XBH passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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