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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

Y863 JPAMOT history

Y863 JPA is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

Y863 JPA grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,939 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y863 JPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y863 JPA was last recorded at 126,939 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,938 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,939 miles
  • 2024 – 123,629 miles
  • 2023 – 120,225 miles
  • 2022 – 116,398 miles
  • 2021 – 114,832 miles
  • 2020 – 109,232 miles
  • 2019 – 104,536 miles
  • 2018 – 100,344 miles
  • 2017 – 96,269 miles
  • 2016 – 91,772 miles
  • 2015 – 87,801 miles
  • 2014 – 83,813 miles
  • 2013 – 79,477 miles
  • 2012 – 74,681 miles
  • 2011 – 69,142 miles
  • 2010 – 65,796 miles
  • 2009 – 62,218 miles
  • 2008 – 56,975 miles
  • 2007 – 51,202 miles
  • 2006 – 45,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,939 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • EML light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipes corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,939 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,939 miles
    Test number
    318862813965
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,938 miles (+3,309)6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,938 miles
    Test number
    991612489427
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) both front inner tie rods (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,629 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,629 miles
    Test number
    689410256856
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail123,629 miles (+3,404)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,629 miles
    Test number
    190160185180
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass120,225 miles (+3,827)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,225 miles
    Test number
    122115235921
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass116,398 miles (+1,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    116,398 miles
    Test number
    189187782845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass114,832 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,832 miles
    Test number
    623139693769
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Warning Lamp Illuminated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail114,832 miles (+5,600)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,832 miles
    Test number
    913231501948
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Warning Lamp Illuminated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass109,232 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,232 miles
    Test number
    472594413814
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  10. Fail109,232 miles (+4,696)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,232 miles
    Test number
    997686966851
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  11. Pass104,536 miles (+4,192)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,536 miles
    Test number
    427889038056
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  12. Pass100,344 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,344 miles
    Test number
    724516105481
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  13. Fail100,296 miles (+4,027)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,296 miles
    Test number
    648117973945
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  14. Pass96,269 miles (+4,497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,269 miles
    Test number
    403808835355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  15. Pass91,772 miles (+3,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    91,772 miles
    Test number
    929514009799
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass87,801 miles (+3,988)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    87,801 miles
    Test number
    358017415181
    • NoteManagement light on

  17. Pass83,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,813 miles
    Test number
    186553984098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,811 miles (+4,334)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,811 miles
    Test number
    156183184434
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass79,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,477 miles
    Test number
    606933493069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,475 miles (+4,794)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    308563193099
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass74,681 miles (+5,539)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,681 miles
    Test number
    159324402125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,142 miles (+3,346)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,142 miles
    Test number
    617848111119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,796 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,796 miles
    Test number
    220597810147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,218 miles (+5,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    62,218 miles
    Test number
    150727699057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail56,975 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,975 miles
    Test number
    652086418189
    • Repaired at testBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s headlight mounting broken but is secured by other mountings

  26. Pass56,975 miles (+5,773)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,975 miles
    Test number
    672816018179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s headlight mounting broken but is secured by other mountings

  27. Pass51,202 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,202 miles
    Test number
    752274817111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteN/s headlamp top mounting broken has 2 mountings and still secure.

  28. Fail51,202 miles (+5,846)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,202 miles
    Test number
    970564817146
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteN/s headlamp top mounting broken has 2 mountings and still secure.

  29. Pass45,356 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,356 miles
    Test number
    100902126182
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise splits to both rear tyre sidewalls. (recommend new tyres soon)

Questions about Y863 JPA

Does Y863 JPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y863 JPA is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y863 JPA?
The MOT on Y863 JPA is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y863 JPA done?
Y863 JPA was recorded at 126,939 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 4,159 miles a year.
Has Y863 JPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y863 JPA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y863 JPA 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 Y863 JPA find?
Y863 JPA passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 8 more.

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