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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

Y44 MDAMOT history

Y44 MDA is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 187,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

Y44 MDA red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
187,652 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y44 MDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y44 MDA was last recorded at 187,652 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 5,870 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
181,782 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,870 miles
Average per year
12,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,652 miles
  • 2025 – 181,782 miles
  • 2024 – 172,915 miles
  • 2023 – 159,715 miles
  • 2022 – 141,246 miles
  • 2021 – 125,701 miles
  • 2020 – 115,867 miles
  • 2019 – 105,414 miles
  • 2018 – 93,887 miles
  • 2017 – 83,567 miles
  • 2016 – 61,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,652 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,652 miles (+5,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    187,652 miles
    Test number
    328042542756
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  2. Pass181,782 miles (+8,867)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    181,782 miles
    Test number
    157121371097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass172,915 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    172,915 miles
    Test number
    219499703352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail172,915 miles (+13,200)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,915 miles
    Test number
    217711268441
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass159,715 miles (+18,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,715 miles
    Test number
    506593990929
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass141,246 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    141,246 miles
    Test number
    228259454324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail141,246 miles (+15,545)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,246 miles
    Test number
    662983522740
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass125,701 miles (+9,834)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,701 miles
    Test number
    965230193275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,867 miles
    Test number
    734949943079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,867 miles (+10,453)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,867 miles
    Test number
    380549642881
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass105,414 miles (+11,527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,414 miles
    Test number
    977748923022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass93,887 miles (+10,320)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,887 miles
    Test number
    424710842790
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shock absorbers have light misting around upper seal and saddle area (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened some light corrosion bands (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting near upper seal (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and has a nail in (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass83,567 miles (+22,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,567 miles
    Test number
    134528344738
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass61,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,486 miles
    Test number
    707472308042
    • AdvisorySmoke test carried out! Equipment unable to detect smoke density.

Questions about Y44 MDA

Does Y44 MDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y44 MDA is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y44 MDA?
The MOT on Y44 MDA is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y44 MDA done?
Y44 MDA was recorded at 187,652 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 12,660 miles a year.
Has Y44 MDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y44 MDA has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y44 MDA 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 Y44 MDA find?
Y44 MDA passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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