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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

Y5 LYWMOT history

Y5 LYW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 159,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

Y5 LYW grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,844 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 LYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 LYW was last recorded at 159,844 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 8,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
151,433 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,411 miles
Average per year
10,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,844 miles
  • 2025 – 151,433 miles
  • 2023 – 141,904 miles
  • 2022 – 126,701 miles
  • 2020 – 122,286 miles
  • 2019 – 95,205 miles
  • 2018 – 78,585 miles
  • 2017 – 59,648 miles
  • 2016 – 42,157 miles
  • 2015 – 36,885 miles
  • 2014 – 31,872 miles
  • 2013 – 27,076 miles
  • 2012 – 22,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,844 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,844 miles (+8,411)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,844 miles
    Test number
    302951798806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass151,433 miles (+9,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    151,433 miles
    Test number
    976909934390
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S LOWER BALL JOINT GAITERS SPLIT PERISHED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BRAKE SLIGHT BINDING
    • AdvisoryRear AXLE SLIGHT CORROSION

  3. Pass141,904 miles (+5,235)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,904 miles
    Test number
    858936985210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,669 miles (+9,968)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    136,669 miles
    Test number
    961036688733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,701 miles (+4,415)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,701 miles
    Test number
    136644892135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWind screen chip

  6. Pass122,286 miles (+27,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,286 miles
    Test number
    451364380556
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass95,205 miles (+16,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,205 miles
    Test number
    197354266951
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass78,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,585 miles
    Test number
    646946309377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,585 miles (+18,937)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,585 miles
    Test number
    661909224603
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER WALL - 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam A GLB-499 BULB WAS FITTED (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NO SCREENWASH (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass59,648 miles (+17,491)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,648 miles
    Test number
    938582978829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,157 miles
    Test number
    112710071217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,157 miles (+5,272)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,157 miles
    Test number
    170904417968
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass36,885 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,885 miles
    Test number
    638316335237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,872 miles (+4,796)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,872 miles
    Test number
    296784724252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,076 miles (+4,936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,076 miles
    Test number
    199358323214
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass22,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,140 miles
    Test number
    237968322244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 LYW

Does Y5 LYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 LYW is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 LYW?
The MOT on Y5 LYW is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 LYW done?
Y5 LYW was recorded at 159,844 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 10,260 miles a year.
Has Y5 LYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 LYW has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on Y5 LYW 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 LYW find?
Y5 LYW passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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