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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y871 KDGMOT history

Y871 KDG is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 204,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

Y871 KDG green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jun 2027
Mileage
204,387 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y871 KDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y871 KDG was last recorded at 204,387 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 14,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,695 miles · 21 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
14,692 miles
Average per year
8,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,387 miles
  • 2025 – 189,695 miles
  • 2024 – 175,559 miles
  • 2023 – 160,001 miles
  • 2022 – 150,436 miles
  • 2021 – 144,144 miles
  • 2020 – 139,869 miles
  • 2019 – 136,710 miles
  • 2018 – 134,893 miles
  • 2017 – 123,559 miles
  • 2016 – 111,859 miles
  • 2015 – 97,448 miles
  • 2014 – 78,329 miles
  • 2013 – 72,243 miles
  • 2011 – 65,200 miles
  • 2010 – 58,104 miles
  • 2009 – 49,262 miles
  • 2008 – 41,404 miles
  • 2007 – 36,029 miles
  • 2006 – 30,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,387 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight movement in n/s/f top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    204,387 miles
    Test number
    897805977239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail204,386 miles (+14,691)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,386 miles
    Test number
    529704121881
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass189,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    189,695 miles
    Test number
    508850631945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail189,695 miles (+14,136)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,695 miles
    Test number
    474839948952
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass175,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    175,559 miles
    Test number
    306789711844
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisorySlight movement n/s/f top mount
  6. Fail175,559 miles (+15,558)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,559 miles
    Test number
    338599520693
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisorySlight movement n/s/f top mount
  7. Pass160,001 miles (+104)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    160,001 miles
    Test number
    966629346311
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in n/s/f top mount
  8. Fail159,897 miles (+9,461)5 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,897 miles
    Test number
    875522697432
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in n/s/f top mount
  9. Pass150,436 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    150,436 miles
    Test number
    928412009540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail150,436 miles (+6,292)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,436 miles
    Test number
    416361435993
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass144,144 miles (+4,275)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    144,144 miles
    Test number
    354663527050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass139,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    139,869 miles
    Test number
    681210770707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail139,869 miles (+3,159)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,869 miles
    Test number
    436164332781
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  14. Pass136,710 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    136,710 miles
    Test number
    869561805387
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Fail136,710 miles (+1,817)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,710 miles
    Test number
    813396685739
    • Repaired at testProp shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  16. Pass134,893 miles (+11,334)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    134,893 miles
    Test number
    472096919168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,559 miles
    Test number
    249366448840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  18. Fail123,559 miles (+11,700)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,559 miles
    Test number
    517859072015
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  19. Pass111,859 miles (+14,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,859 miles
    Test number
    553058711786
    • 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)
  20. Pass97,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,448 miles
    Test number
    885668265097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail97,448 miles (+19,119)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,448 miles
    Test number
    368148165020
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Pass78,329 miles (+6,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    168642574449
    • 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)
  23. Pass72,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,243 miles
    Test number
    328573873059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail72,243 miles (+7,043)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,243 miles
    Test number
    679261173051
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  25. Pass65,200 miles (+7,096)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,200 miles
    Test number
    147793751291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake disc(s) corroded
  26. Pass58,104 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,104 miles
    Test number
    254195130202
    • NoteBoth front wishbone inner bushes starting to crack and deteriorate.
    • NoteChip in windscreen.
    • NoteFront tyres cracking in tread.
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber slightly damp.
    • NoteRear brakes have slight increase decrease.
  27. Fail58,104 miles (+8,842)3 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,104 miles
    Test number
    252305030268
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wishbone inner bushes starting to crack and deteriorate.
    • NoteChip in windscreen.
    • NoteFront brake disc,s in rusty and poor condition.
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low.
    • NoteFront tyres cracking in tread.
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber slightly damp.
    • NoteRear brakes have slight increase decrease.
  28. Pass49,262 miles (+7,858)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    49,262 miles
    Test number
    370033439262
    • NoteChip in windscreen.
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc has light surface rust.
    • NoteRear axle mounting bushes slightly worn with slight free play.
  29. Pass41,404 miles (+5,375)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,404 miles
    Test number
    123588448292
    • NoteChip in windscreen.
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre.
  30. Pass36,029 miles (+5,922)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,029 miles
    Test number
    264767157287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass30,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,107 miles
    Test number
    304168256456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail30,107 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,107 miles
    Test number
    911338756212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about Y871 KDG

Does Y871 KDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y871 KDG is valid until 20 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y871 KDG?
The MOT on Y871 KDG is valid until 20 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y871 KDG done?
Y871 KDG was recorded at 204,387 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 8,828 miles a year.
Has Y871 KDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y871 KDG has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y871 KDG 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 Y871 KDG find?
Y871 KDG passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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