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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y7 KLRMOT history

Y7 KLR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 91,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2025.

Y7 KLR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2026
Mileage
91,223 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 KLR
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
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 KLR was last recorded at 91,223 miles on 9 Jul 2025, 1,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,412 miles · 8 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,811 miles
Average per year
2,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,223 miles
  • 2023 – 89,412 miles
  • 2021 – 85,388 miles
  • 2019 – 84,658 miles
  • 2018 – 80,368 miles
  • 2017 – 75,294 miles
  • 2016 – 71,243 miles
  • 2015 – 68,080 miles
  • 2013 – 63,459 miles
  • 2012 – 61,096 miles
  • 2011 – 58,479 miles
  • 2010 – 52,675 miles
  • 2009 – 50,935 miles
  • 2008 – 47,104 miles
  • 2007 – 43,486 miles
  • 2006 – 38,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,223 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,223 miles (+1,811)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,223 miles
    Test number
    194857570789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,412 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,412 miles
    Test number
    728898237781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail89,404 miles (+4,016)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,404 miles
    Test number
    682054522790
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass85,388 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    85,388 miles
    Test number
    261490723712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,381 miles (+723)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,381 miles
    Test number
    331654747635
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,658 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,658 miles
    Test number
    912207356351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail84,652 miles (+4,284)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,652 miles
    Test number
    937074099774
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass80,368 miles (+5,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,368 miles
    Test number
    422351486335
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass75,294 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,294 miles
    Test number
    357528409692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,274 miles (+4,031)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,274 miles
    Test number
    943274033566
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  11. Pass71,243 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    273811593586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,080 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,080 miles
    Test number
    467539511025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,078 miles (+4,619)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,078 miles
    Test number
    108394445792
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits major exhaust leak (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive major exhaust leak (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive major exhaust leak (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive major exhaust leak (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass63,459 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,459 miles
    Test number
    529066423328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail63,459 miles (+2,363)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,459 miles
    Test number
    498155323301
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass61,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,096 miles
    Test number
    156312592215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,096 miles (+2,617)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,096 miles
    Test number
    496412792280
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass58,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,479 miles
    Test number
    335217291470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,479 miles (+5,804)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,479 miles
    Test number
    917257991291
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass52,675 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,675 miles
    Test number
    294010410193
    • NoteALL 4 BRAKE DISCS RUSTED

  21. Fail52,675 miles (+1,740)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,675 miles
    Test number
    361239200103
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteALL 4 BRAKE DISCS RUSTED

  22. Fail50,935 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,935 miles
    Test number
    421068819258
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass50,935 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,935 miles
    Test number
    483808919279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,104 miles (+3,618)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    47,104 miles
    Test number
    650866858158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,486 miles
    Test number
    892302857161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,486 miles (+4,492)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,486 miles
    Test number
    801909747117
    • DangerousTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  27. Pass38,994 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,994 miles
    Test number
    902769556188
    • NoteAll four tyres sidewalls perished/splitting - suggest replace
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding

Questions about Y7 KLR

Does Y7 KLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y7 KLR expired on 8 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y7 KLR?
The MOT on Y7 KLR expired on 8 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y7 KLR done?
Y7 KLR was recorded at 91,223 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2025, an average of 2,737 miles a year.
Has Y7 KLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 KLR has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y7 KLR 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 Y7 KLR find?
Y7 KLR passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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