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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

Y5 BCVMOT history

Y5 BCV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 164,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

Y5 BCV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
164,256 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 BCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y5 BCV was last recorded at 164,256 miles on 13 May 2026, 2,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,193 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,063 miles
Average per year
7,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,256 miles
  • 2025 – 162,193 miles
  • 2024 – 158,844 miles
  • 2023 – 151,263 miles
  • 2022 – 142,869 miles
  • 2021 – 137,598 miles
  • 2020 – 133,198 miles
  • 2018 – 124,974 miles
  • 2017 – 118,113 miles
  • 2016 – 110,581 miles
  • 2015 – 104,138 miles
  • 2014 – 93,800 miles
  • 2013 – 82,386 miles
  • 2012 – 75,341 miles
  • 2011 – 68,102 miles
  • 2010 – 59,548 miles
  • 2009 – 46,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,256 miles
  • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

What MOT failures 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, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Park brake only just made minimum requirements

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,256 miles (+2,063)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,256 miles
    Test number
    598925969697
    • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass162,193 miles (+79)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,193 miles
    Test number
    421046203091
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just made minimum requirements

  3. Fail162,114 miles (+3,270)3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,114 miles
    Test number
    908882956001
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just made minimum requirements

  4. Pass158,844 miles (+7,581)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    158,844 miles
    Test number
    748665735098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,263 miles (+8,394)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    151,263 miles
    Test number
    392402589727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass142,869 miles (+5,271)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,869 miles
    Test number
    373571105192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,598 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    137,598 miles
    Test number
    904958659087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass133,198 miles (+8,224)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,198 miles
    Test number
    869763020537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass124,974 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    124,974 miles
    Test number
    966883960720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail124,876 miles (+6,763)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,876 miles
    Test number
    887274689186
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass118,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,113 miles
    Test number
    881122321710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,113 miles (+7,532)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,113 miles
    Test number
    134166724693
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass110,581 miles (+87)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,581 miles
    Test number
    554796054106
    • 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)

  14. Fail110,494 miles (+6,356)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,494 miles
    Test number
    942119062330
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (marked) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  15. Pass104,138 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    104,138 miles
    Test number
    860357820650
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    560528067739
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass93,800 miles (+79)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,800 miles
    Test number
    409682904468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail93,721 miles (+11,335)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,721 miles
    Test number
    215370404310
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass82,386 miles (+32)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,386 miles
    Test number
    427517973236
    • NoteExhaust emission limit only just met
    • NoteOS headlight beam image poor

  20. Fail82,354 miles (+7,013)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,354 miles
    Test number
    937620373222
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust emission limit only just met
    • NoteOS headlight beam image poor

  21. Pass75,341 miles (+7,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    75,341 miles
    Test number
    498902372219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  22. Pass68,102 miles (+8,554)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,102 miles
    Test number
    498096561259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,548 miles
    Test number
    191267760263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,548 miles (+12,795)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,548 miles
    Test number
    210626060229
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition

  25. Pass46,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,753 miles
    Test number
    322075849280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 BCV

Does Y5 BCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y5 BCV expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y5 BCV?
The MOT on Y5 BCV expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y5 BCV done?
Y5 BCV was recorded at 164,256 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 7,039 miles a year.
Has Y5 BCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 BCV has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 BCV 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 Y5 BCV find?
Y5 BCV failed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 major defect and 2 minor defects: nearside lower vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near side sill; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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