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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y871 LDGMOT history

Y871 LDG is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2025.

Y871 LDG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2022
Mileage
138,219 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y871 LDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y871 LDG was last recorded at 138,219 miles on 18 Feb 2025, 3,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,896 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,323 miles
Average per year
4,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,219 miles
  • 2021 – 134,896 miles
  • 2020 – 133,234 miles
  • 2019 – 128,074 miles
  • 2016 – 123,523 miles
  • 2015 – 119,634 miles
  • 2014 – 116,072 miles
  • 2013 – 112,045 miles
  • 2011 – 109,276 miles
  • 2010 – 106,467 miles
  • 2009 – 102,690 miles
  • 2008 – 99,462 miles
  • 2006 – 76,497 miles
  • 2005 – 57,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,219 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,219 miles (+3,323)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,219 miles
    Test number
    178172753078
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass134,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    134,896 miles
    Test number
    827456275497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail134,896 miles (+1,662)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,896 miles
    Test number
    380164611651
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass133,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    133,234 miles
    Test number
    553152257515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,234 miles (+5,160)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,234 miles
    Test number
    938052584981
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass128,074 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,074 miles
    Test number
    552910323730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail128,073 miles (+4,550)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,073 miles
    Test number
    395908068172
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass123,523 miles (+3,889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    123,523 miles
    Test number
    938312340362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass119,634 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    119,634 miles
    Test number
    229019065127
    • AdvisoryFront engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. FailMileage not read5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    456072565136
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass116,072 miles (+4,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,072 miles
    Test number
    895153764101
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass112,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,045 miles
    Test number
    808343023025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail112,045 miles (+2,769)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,045 miles
    Test number
    349343323040
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass109,276 miles (+2,809)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    109,276 miles
    Test number
    425231711459
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracks appearing in the tread

  15. Pass106,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,467 miles
    Test number
    463984870256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,467 miles (+3,777)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,467 miles
    Test number
    721654770285
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass102,690 miles (+3,228)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    102,690 miles
    Test number
    351331359456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,462 miles (+7,169)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    99,462 miles
    Test number
    954197668292
    • NoteExhaust centre bracket loose
    • NoteFront lower wishbone bushes starting to lift
    • NoteInner cv boot os slight weep of grease
    • NoteSlight chip in windscreen zone b

  19. Pass92,293 miles (+15,796)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    92,293 miles
    Test number
    121023028065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,497 miles (+19,339)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    183144096204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    57,158 miles
    Test number
    454096275262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail57,158 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,158 miles
    Test number
    643156475232
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y871 LDG

Does Y871 LDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y871 LDG expired on 8 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y871 LDG?
The MOT on Y871 LDG expired on 8 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y871 LDG done?
Y871 LDG was recorded at 138,219 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2025, an average of 4,183 miles a year.
Has Y871 LDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y871 LDG has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y871 LDG 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 LDG find?
Y871 LDG failed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2025 with 5 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 2 more.

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