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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y47 HGYMOT history

Y47 HGY is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

Y47 HGY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
128,850 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y47 HGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y47 HGY was last recorded at 128,850 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,843 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,850 miles
  • 2024 – 124,117 miles
  • 2023 – 122,381 miles
  • 2022 – 117,505 miles
  • 2021 – 113,866 miles
  • 2020 – 110,240 miles
  • 2019 – 108,016 miles
  • 2017 – 103,144 miles
  • 2016 – 96,347 miles
  • 2013 – 80,235 miles
  • 2012 – 75,552 miles
  • 2011 – 73,007 miles
  • 2010 – 70,008 miles
  • 2009 – 58,825 miles
  • 2008 – 50,769 miles
  • 2007 – 42,194 miles
  • 2006 – 32,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,850 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,850 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    128,850 miles
    Test number
    538994845236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail128,843 miles (+4,726)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,843 miles
    Test number
    351701518133
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass124,117 miles (+1,736)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,117 miles
    Test number
    738850402807
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass122,381 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,381 miles
    Test number
    522427720854
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  5. Fail122,381 miles (+4,876)2 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,381 miles
    Test number
    230673384264
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryEml on

  6. Pass117,505 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    899252773738
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,505 miles (+3,639)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    630211824517
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,866 miles (+3,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,866 miles
    Test number
    822883188990
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery flat

  9. Pass110,240 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,240 miles
    Test number
    262404523680
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail110,240 miles (+2,224)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,240 miles
    Test number
    731443425607
    • MajorBrake performance not tested unsafe to do brake test as coil spring hanging off (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass108,016 miles (+4,872)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    108,016 miles
    Test number
    723222559045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipes cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section bracket detached but secure

  12. Pass103,144 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    103,144 miles
    Test number
    160796225514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryPlastic coating coming off rear brake pipes

  13. Fail103,144 miles (+6,797)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,144 miles
    Test number
    867301143384
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryPlastic coating coming off rear brake pipes

  14. Pass96,347 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    96,347 miles
    Test number
    649600088179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,340 miles (+16,105)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,340 miles
    Test number
    514556496692
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHydraulic brake cylinder damaged and function impaired master (3.6.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass80,235 miles (+4,683)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,235 miles
    Test number
    216954243101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • NoteSmell of fuel unable to find a leak

  17. Pass75,552 miles (+2,545)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    75,552 miles
    Test number
    908424542189
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant low.
    • NoteOil low.

  18. Fail73,007 miles1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,007 miles
    Test number
    297104231184
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteThe front number plate is cracked.

  19. Pass73,007 miles (+2,999)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,007 miles
    Test number
    589784231177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteThe front number plate is cracked.

  20. Pass70,008 miles (+11,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,008 miles
    Test number
    450855830185
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

  21. Pass58,825 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,825 miles
    Test number
    460448239190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,511 miles (+7,742)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,511 miles
    Test number
    374361539177
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront registration plate is cracked
    • NoteOil leak coming from gearbox area

  23. Pass50,769 miles (+8,575)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,769 miles
    Test number
    271268638461
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteFront pads getting low/discs showing wear
    • NoteN/s/r tyre just mot legal
    • NoteWindscreen damaged

  24. Pass42,194 miles (+9,839)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,194 miles
    Test number
    292798217425
    • NoteFront no plate damaged †discs showing wear /corrossion †windscreen damaged

  25. Pass32,355 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,355 miles
    Test number
    280913226171
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

Questions about Y47 HGY

Does Y47 HGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y47 HGY is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y47 HGY?
The MOT on Y47 HGY is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y47 HGY done?
Y47 HGY was recorded at 128,850 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 4,934 miles a year.
Has Y47 HGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y47 HGY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y47 HGY 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 Y47 HGY find?
Y47 HGY passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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