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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y317 XJFMOT history

Y317 XJF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

Y317 XJF grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
101,912 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y317 XJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y317 XJF was last recorded at 101,912 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,491 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
421 miles
Average per year
2,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,912 miles
  • 2024 – 101,491 miles
  • 2023 – 101,091 miles
  • 2022 – 100,720 miles
  • 2021 – 100,099 miles
  • 2020 – 99,195 miles
  • 2019 – 98,289 miles
  • 2018 – 95,675 miles
  • 2017 – 93,183 miles
  • 2016 – 89,771 miles
  • 2015 – 86,113 miles
  • 2014 – 82,389 miles
  • 2013 – 80,007 miles
  • 2012 – 78,963 miles
  • 2011 – 77,679 miles
  • 2010 – 76,644 miles
  • 2009 – 75,556 miles
  • 2008 – 72,988 miles
  • 2007 – 60,186 miles
  • 2006 – 52,358 miles
  • 2005 – 44,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,912 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,912 miles (+421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    101,912 miles
    Test number
    749234830268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,491 miles
    Test number
    472417286023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail101,491 miles (+400)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,491 miles
    Test number
    610430460293
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass101,091 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    101,091 miles
    Test number
    550504703869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,720 miles (+621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,720 miles
    Test number
    683219829563
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass100,099 miles (+904)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,099 miles
    Test number
    752279352950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,195 miles (+906)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,195 miles
    Test number
    556163614353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,289 miles
    Test number
    184849088370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,289 miles (+2,614)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,289 miles
    Test number
    531739093129
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass95,675 miles (+2,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,675 miles
    Test number
    403934402441
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass93,183 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,183 miles
    Test number
    133680890633
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished 195/65/15

  12. Fail93,183 miles (+3,412)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,183 miles
    Test number
    124202555594
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished 195/65/15

  13. Pass89,771 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,771 miles
    Test number
    348787388118
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre sidewalls are perished

  14. Fail89,770 miles (+3,657)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,770 miles
    Test number
    197701016334
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre sidewalls are perished

  15. Pass86,113 miles (+3,724)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,113 miles
    Test number
    149592982021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,389 miles (+2,382)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    337027114321
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass80,007 miles (+1,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,007 miles
    Test number
    268008813369
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass78,963 miles (+1,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    78,963 miles
    Test number
    908559512372
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass77,679 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,679 miles
    Test number
    308761621365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,644 miles (+1,088)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    76,644 miles
    Test number
    242874910335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,556 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    75,556 miles
    Test number
    673663919376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,988 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,988 miles
    Test number
    633295118367
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass72,988 miles (+12,802)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    72,988 miles
    Test number
    662255118376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,186 miles (+7,828)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    60,186 miles
    Test number
    273909187228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,358 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    52,358 miles
    Test number
    151119116312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    44,683 miles
    Test number
    991823095244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y317 XJF

Does Y317 XJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y317 XJF is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y317 XJF?
The MOT on Y317 XJF is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y317 XJF done?
Y317 XJF was recorded at 101,912 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 2,854 miles a year.
Has Y317 XJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y317 XJF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y317 XJF 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 Y317 XJF find?
Y317 XJF passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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