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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y312 KDDMOT history

Y312 KDD is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 212,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

Y312 KDD silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
212,112 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y312 KDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y312 KDD was last recorded at 212,112 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,680 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
432 miles
Average per year
4,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,112 miles
  • 2025 – 211,680 miles
  • 2024 – 210,305 miles
  • 2023 – 208,950 miles
  • 2022 – 207,820 miles
  • 2021 – 205,170 miles
  • 2020 – 203,093 miles
  • 2019 – 201,730 miles
  • 2018 – 200,276 miles
  • 2017 – 196,548 miles
  • 2016 – 192,828 miles
  • 2015 – 188,107 miles
  • 2014 – 183,127 miles
  • 2013 – 178,562 miles
  • 2012 – 174,485 miles
  • 2011 – 168,407 miles
  • 2010 – 163,043 miles
  • 2009 – 151,670 miles
  • 2008 – 142,504 miles
  • 2007 – 136,034 miles
  • 2006 – 128,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail212,112 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

33 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail212,112 miles (+432)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,112 miles
    Test number
    705113923362
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass211,680 miles (+1,375)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    211,680 miles
    Test number
    263638851521
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor repair to wing

  3. Pass210,305 miles (+1,355)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    210,305 miles
    Test number
    509670102084
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass208,950 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    208,950 miles
    Test number
    375143224272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before hose (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail208,948 miles (+1,128)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,948 miles
    Test number
    557067301707
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded excessively (hole) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded excessively at front and rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass207,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    207,820 miles
    Test number
    978627148956
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wing lips corroded and poor repair

  7. Fail207,819 miles (+2,649)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,819 miles
    Test number
    137052632081
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wing lips corroded and poor repair

  8. Pass205,170 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    205,170 miles
    Test number
    416053912243
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail205,170 miles (+2,077)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,170 miles
    Test number
    457459442095
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass203,093 miles (+1,363)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    203,093 miles
    Test number
    260177219900
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm remaining, also worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.75mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective back box bracket (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass201,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    201,730 miles
    Test number
    954170109314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail201,730 miles (+1,454)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,730 miles
    Test number
    866509271392
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass200,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    200,276 miles
    Test number
    296145804092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail200,276 miles (+3,728)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,276 miles
    Test number
    405107572193
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass196,548 miles (+3,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    196,548 miles
    Test number
    229952434208
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass192,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    192,828 miles
    Test number
    177702549721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail192,828 miles (+4,721)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,828 miles
    Test number
    748773165048
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass188,107 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    188,107 miles
    Test number
    652644096716
    • 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)

  19. Fail188,106 miles (+4,979)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,106 miles
    Test number
    738915593763
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  20. Pass183,127 miles (+4,565)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    183,127 miles
    Test number
    686119404346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass178,562 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    178,562 miles
    Test number
    495883503425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail178,512 miles (+4,027)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,512 miles
    Test number
    456142603364
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  23. Pass174,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    174,485 miles
    Test number
    309765212331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail174,485 miles (+6,078)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,485 miles
    Test number
    227164712314
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass168,407 miles (+5,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    168,407 miles
    Test number
    806171111316
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Fail163,043 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,043 miles
    Test number
    403970620375
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass163,043 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    163,043 miles
    Test number
    843020620380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail162,991 miles (+11,321)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,991 miles
    Test number
    194305970480
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass151,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    151,670 miles
    Test number
    224419449032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail151,670 miles (+9,166)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,670 miles
    Test number
    500609049052
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass142,504 miles (+6,470)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    142,504 miles
    Test number
    333353158057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass136,034 miles (+7,051)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    136,034 miles
    Test number
    922543677001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass128,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    128,983 miles
    Test number
    384531366070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y312 KDD

Does Y312 KDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y312 KDD expired on 24 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y312 KDD?
The MOT on Y312 KDD expired on 24 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y312 KDD done?
Y312 KDD was recorded at 212,112 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 4,035 miles a year.
Has Y312 KDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y312 KDD has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y312 KDD 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 Y312 KDD find?
Y312 KDD failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside rear lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor holed; offside rear suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened holed, and 3 more.

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