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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

Y872 RNUMOT history

Y872 RNU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2024.

Y872 RNU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2025
Mileage
141,133 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 RNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 RNU was last recorded at 141,133 miles on 23 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,133 miles · 16 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,133 miles
  • 2023 – 136,451 miles
  • 2021 – 132,989 miles
  • 2020 – 123,193 miles
  • 2019 – 121,643 miles
  • 2018 – 116,694 miles
  • 2017 – 110,416 miles
  • 2016 – 100,305 miles
  • 2015 – 91,429 miles
  • 2014 – 84,177 miles
  • 2013 – 79,946 miles
  • 2012 – 78,578 miles
  • 2011 – 74,284 miles
  • 2010 – 72,287 miles
  • 2009 – 65,370 miles
  • 2008 – 57,513 miles
  • 2007 – 49,192 miles
  • 2006 – 41,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,133 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Coil spring corroded Both Sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    141,133 miles
    Test number
    356505929596
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail141,133 miles (+4,682)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,133 miles
    Test number
    686307765352
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass136,451 miles (+3,462)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    136,451 miles
    Test number
    798298442216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,989 miles (+9,796)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,989 miles
    Test number
    903224448442
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded and damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySigns of front wheels fouling
    • AdvisorySigns of o/s/f anti roll bar contacting o/s driveshaft

  5. Pass123,193 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,193 miles
    Test number
    915261770189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,643 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,643 miles
    Test number
    578681870947
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail121,642 miles (+4,948)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,642 miles
    Test number
    710656050774
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,694 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,694 miles
    Test number
    503684427922
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail116,694 miles (+6,278)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,694 miles
    Test number
    262561611736
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass110,416 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,416 miles
    Test number
    718988470901
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail110,415 miles (+10,110)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,415 miles
    Test number
    241456312831
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass100,305 miles (+8,876)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,305 miles
    Test number
    587318969361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass91,429 miles (+7,252)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    91,429 miles
    Test number
    838144425021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,177 miles
    Test number
    249712534081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,177 miles (+4,231)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,177 miles
    Test number
    377252034003
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass79,946 miles (+1,368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,946 miles
    Test number
    119068933042
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass78,578 miles (+4,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,578 miles
    Test number
    369500102222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,284 miles (+1,997)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,284 miles
    Test number
    725666211279
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass72,287 miles (+6,917)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    72,287 miles
    Test number
    782052610298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,370 miles (+7,857)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,370 miles
    Test number
    294363719202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,513 miles (+8,321)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    57,513 miles
    Test number
    651661108237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,192 miles (+7,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,192 miles
    Test number
    533132207213
    • 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. Pass41,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,700 miles
    Test number
    163843006254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y872 RNU

Does Y872 RNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y872 RNU expired on 22 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y872 RNU?
The MOT on Y872 RNU expired on 22 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y872 RNU done?
Y872 RNU was recorded at 141,133 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2024, an average of 5,497 miles a year.
Has Y872 RNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 RNU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y872 RNU 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 Y872 RNU find?
Y872 RNU passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: rear exhaust mounting defective.

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