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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y39 CLJMOT history

Y39 CLJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 118,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

Y39 CLJ grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
118,391 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y39 CLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y39 CLJ was last recorded at 118,391 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,391 miles · 19 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,391 miles
  • 2024 – 111,118 miles
  • 2023 – 102,131 miles
  • 2022 – 96,684 miles
  • 2021 – 92,278 miles
  • 2020 – 87,632 miles
  • 2019 – 79,362 miles
  • 2018 – 75,903 miles
  • 2017 – 65,701 miles
  • 2016 – 56,011 miles
  • 2015 – 44,433 miles
  • 2014 – 35,389 miles
  • 2013 – 23,128 miles
  • 2012 – 13,638 miles
  • 2011 – 9,851 miles
  • 2010 – 6,778 miles
  • 2009 – 4,078 miles
  • 2008 – 3,354 miles
  • 2007 – 3,226 miles
  • 2006 – 3,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,391 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,391 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    118,391 miles
    Test number
    279257119867
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail118,391 miles (+7,273)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,391 miles
    Test number
    682433723848
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,118 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,118 miles
    Test number
    542970547988
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,115 miles (+8,984)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,115 miles
    Test number
    522312321629
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,131 miles (+5,447)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    102,131 miles
    Test number
    867838068871
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,684 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,684 miles
    Test number
    795284095591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail96,681 miles (+4,403)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,681 miles
    Test number
    804203749205
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass92,278 miles (+4,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    92,278 miles
    Test number
    555105726112
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass87,632 miles (+8,270)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,632 miles
    Test number
    876584267504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,362 miles (+3,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,362 miles
    Test number
    491011285308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass75,903 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,903 miles
    Test number
    803315723178
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front light unit cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner cv gaiter weeping grease
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear play in both rear axle bushes
    • AdvisoryCentre section exhaust mount broken but still secure

  12. Fail75,903 miles (+10,202)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,903 miles
    Test number
    903073937184
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front light unit cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner cv gaiter weeping grease
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear play in both rear axle bushes
    • AdvisoryCentre section exhaust mount broken but still secure

  13. Pass65,701 miles (+9,690)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,701 miles
    Test number
    131536721890
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides worn

  14. Pass56,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,011 miles
    Test number
    687608727449
    • AdvisoryPlay in both inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Fail56,011 miles (+11,578)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,011 miles
    Test number
    582122493451
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Pass44,433 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,433 miles
    Test number
    195551895477
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  17. Fail44,433 miles (+9,044)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,433 miles
    Test number
    485571695011
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  18. Pass35,389 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,389 miles
    Test number
    129944054107
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  19. Fail35,389 miles (+12,261)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,389 miles
    Test number
    808274354168
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  20. Pass23,128 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    23,128 miles
    Test number
    136161643160
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear offside seat belt not tested due to child seat fitment

  21. Fail23,128 miles (+9,490)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,128 miles
    Test number
    536771543179
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear offside seat belt not tested due to child seat fitment

  22. Pass13,638 miles (+3,787)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    13,638 miles
    Test number
    359903542178
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear seats not fitted

  23. Pass9,851 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    9,851 miles
    Test number
    129038731118
    • NoteFront namber plats damage

  24. Fail9,851 miles (+3,073)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,851 miles
    Test number
    899028631118
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront namber plats damage

  25. Pass6,778 miles (+2,700)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    6,778 miles
    Test number
    183564030152
    • NoteFront number plate cracked/damaged

  26. Pass4,078 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    4,078 miles
    Test number
    851278649147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail3,354 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,354 miles
    Test number
    214792748176
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront no plate damaged

  28. Pass3,354 miles (+128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    3,354 miles
    Test number
    372692448139
    • NoteFront no plate damaged

  29. Pass3,226 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    3,226 miles
    Test number
    120824647181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass3,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    3,066 miles
    Test number
    313815846173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y39 CLJ

Does Y39 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y39 CLJ is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y39 CLJ?
The MOT on Y39 CLJ is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y39 CLJ done?
Y39 CLJ was recorded at 118,391 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 5,890 miles a year.
Has Y39 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y39 CLJ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y39 CLJ 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 CLJ find?
Y39 CLJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; coolant leak; offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn.

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