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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y39 AKJMOT history

Y39 AKJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

Y39 AKJ red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
97,689 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y39 AKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y39 AKJ was last recorded at 97,689 miles on 2 May 2023, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,680 miles · 21 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,689 miles
  • 2021 – 95,810 miles
  • 2020 – 93,808 miles
  • 2019 – 88,657 miles
  • 2018 – 83,974 miles
  • 2017 – 79,362 miles
  • 2016 – 74,802 miles
  • 2015 – 70,711 miles
  • 2014 – 69,720 miles
  • 2013 – 68,349 miles
  • 2012 – 65,336 miles
  • 2011 – 63,766 miles
  • 2010 – 62,173 miles
  • 2009 – 57,863 miles
  • 2008 – 52,630 miles
  • 2007 – 46,966 miles
  • 2006 – 42,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,689 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,689 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,689 miles
    Test number
    856577061935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,680 miles (+1,870)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,680 miles
    Test number
    747385347044
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,810 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    496885131036
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror casing loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail95,810 miles (+2,002)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    885697209765
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror casing loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,808 miles (+5,151)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,808 miles
    Test number
    273969166472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,657 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,657 miles
    Test number
    867074742074
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail88,657 miles (+4,683)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,657 miles
    Test number
    846133694288
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass83,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,974 miles
    Test number
    888700764264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,974 miles (+4,612)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,974 miles
    Test number
    350142494152
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass79,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,362 miles
    Test number
    376553713356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,362 miles (+4,560)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,362 miles
    Test number
    759673080926
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass74,802 miles (+4,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,802 miles
    Test number
    380279479001
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slightly binding.

  13. Pass70,711 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,711 miles
    Test number
    527543655110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,720 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,720 miles
    Test number
    279467654192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,349 miles
    Test number
    339139753140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,349 miles (+3,013)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,349 miles
    Test number
    816739953100
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smeary

  17. Pass65,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,336 miles
    Test number
    859151262159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,336 miles (+1,570)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,336 miles
    Test number
    685230762168
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiper blades showing signs of deterioration

  19. Pass63,766 miles (+1,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    63,766 miles
    Test number
    288739451405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass62,173 miles (+4,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,173 miles
    Test number
    920337740188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass57,863 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,863 miles
    Test number
    202790369411
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light on

  22. Fail57,863 miles (+5,233)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,863 miles
    Test number
    970060069164
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light on

  23. Pass52,630 miles (+5,664)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,630 miles
    Test number
    370108458105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note2 x child seats fitted at rear unable to carry out full inspection of the adult seat belts
    • NoteBoth rear brakes are binding slightly

  24. Pass46,966 miles (+4,877)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,966 miles
    Test number
    582932757116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear tyres perishing and cracking

  25. Pass42,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,089 miles
    Test number
    454088456147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y39 AKJ

Does Y39 AKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y39 AKJ expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y39 AKJ?
The MOT on Y39 AKJ expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y39 AKJ done?
Y39 AKJ was recorded at 97,689 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 3,290 miles a year.
Has Y39 AKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y39 AKJ has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on Y39 AKJ 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 Y39 AKJ find?
Y39 AKJ passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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