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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y37 RPOMOT history

Y37 RPO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 143,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2025.

Y37 RPO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2026
Mileage
143,205 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y37 RPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y37 RPO was last recorded at 143,205 miles on 4 Mar 2025, 9,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,787 miles · 23 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
9,418 miles
Average per year
4,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,205 miles
  • 2024 – 133,787 miles
  • 2023 – 126,241 miles
  • 2021 – 125,931 miles
  • 2020 – 125,867 miles
  • 2019 – 124,111 miles
  • 2018 – 122,073 miles
  • 2017 – 121,023 miles
  • 2016 – 119,480 miles
  • 2015 – 116,420 miles
  • 2014 – 113,058 miles
  • 2013 – 108,744 miles
  • 2012 – 97,552 miles
  • 2011 – 93,655 miles
  • 2010 – 87,961 miles
  • 2009 – 82,853 miles
  • 2008 – 76,011 miles
  • 2007 – 68,346 miles
  • 2006 – 54,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,205 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,205 miles (+9,418)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    143,205 miles
    Test number
    476822759530
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass133,787 miles (+7,546)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,787 miles
    Test number
    701935102576
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass126,241 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    126,241 miles
    Test number
    233307520371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,235 miles (+304)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,235 miles
    Test number
    169522540037
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,931 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,931 miles
    Test number
    416948457062
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,867 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    125,867 miles
    Test number
    264850636859
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail125,859 miles (+1,748)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,859 miles
    Test number
    393586078708
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass124,111 miles (+2,038)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,111 miles
    Test number
    164756091441
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass122,073 miles (+1,050)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,073 miles
    Test number
    736298745906
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass121,023 miles (+1,543)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,023 miles
    Test number
    403271207167
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass119,480 miles (+3,060)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,480 miles
    Test number
    403049894786
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres heavily perished (195/65/15t)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass116,420 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,420 miles
    Test number
    367747205100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perished (195/65/15)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/S mirror glass cracked
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail116,420 miles (+3,362)1 failure2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,420 miles
    Test number
    718097005193
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perished (195/65/15)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/S mirror glass cracked
    • NoteO/S/F wiper blade split
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass113,058 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    113,058 miles
    Test number
    709567004183
    • NoteNearside headlight lens cover cracked
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked

  15. Fail113,058 miles (+4,314)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,058 miles
    Test number
    756087604117
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteNearside headlight lens cover cracked
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked

  16. Pass108,744 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    108,744 miles
    Test number
    277212403439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs inner face rusty around edges of discs

  17. Fail108,744 miles (+11,192)2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,744 miles
    Test number
    339982603100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs inner face rusty around edges of discs

  18. Fail97,552 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,552 miles
    Test number
    147920192085
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass97,552 miles (+3,897)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,552 miles
    Test number
    808680092067
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass93,655 miles (+5,694)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    93,655 miles
    Test number
    546650881069
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s rear view mirror cracked
    • NoteRear axle bushes split

  21. Pass87,961 miles (+5,108)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,961 miles
    Test number
    790082580098
    • AdvisoryInner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear axle rubber mou nting bushes deteriorating

  22. Pass82,853 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    190677909158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail82,853 miles (+6,842)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    922327309102
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass76,011 miles (+7,665)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,011 miles
    Test number
    644031908122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass68,346 miles (+13,928)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,346 miles
    Test number
    882526507140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,418 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    54,418 miles
    Test number
    333227396046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,417 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,417 miles
    Test number
    951295396070
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes worn
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has a nail in

Questions about Y37 RPO

Does Y37 RPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y37 RPO expired on 3 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y37 RPO?
The MOT on Y37 RPO expired on 3 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y37 RPO done?
Y37 RPO was recorded at 143,205 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2025, an average of 4,695 miles a year.
Has Y37 RPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y37 RPO has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y37 RPO 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 Y37 RPO find?
Y37 RPO passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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