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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y873 OTLMOT history

Y873 OTL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 107,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

Y873 OTL grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
107,234 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y873 OTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y873 OTL was last recorded at 107,234 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 1,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,299 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,935 miles
Average per year
2,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,234 miles
  • 2024 – 105,299 miles
  • 2022 – 103,396 miles
  • 2021 – 100,985 miles
  • 2020 – 99,379 miles
  • 2019 – 97,831 miles
  • 2018 – 96,680 miles
  • 2017 – 94,193 miles
  • 2016 – 91,579 miles
  • 2015 – 88,937 miles
  • 2013 – 85,552 miles
  • 2012 – 82,671 miles
  • 2011 – 80,171 miles
  • 2010 – 73,280 miles
  • 2009 – 69,289 miles
  • 2008 – 64,576 miles
  • 2006 – 58,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,234 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,234 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,234 miles
    Test number
    165799454653
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail107,234 miles (+1,935)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,234 miles
    Test number
    736668965138
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass105,299 miles (+905)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,299 miles
    Test number
    257464295145
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Pass104,394 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,394 miles
    Test number
    398042034557
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail104,392 miles (+996)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,392 miles
    Test number
    660790770385
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass103,396 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    103,396 miles
    Test number
    831462602756
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail103,396 miles (+1,153)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,396 miles
    Test number
    339538603068
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17/94w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass102,243 miles (+1,258)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,243 miles
    Test number
    971074873729
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass100,985 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,985 miles
    Test number
    386533257972
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam corroded arms corroded by location bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail100,985 miles (+1,606)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,985 miles
    Test number
    797905600751
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam corroded arms corroded by location bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass99,379 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,379 miles
    Test number
    731119608251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail99,379 miles (+1,548)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,379 miles
    Test number
    919765771918
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass97,831 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    97,831 miles
    Test number
    284589975980
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CASINGS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail97,831 miles (+1,151)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,831 miles
    Test number
    150680634939
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CAT PIPE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CASINGS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass96,680 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,680 miles
    Test number
    639797473106
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail96,680 miles (+2,487)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,680 miles
    Test number
    409407286916
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass94,193 miles (+2,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,193 miles
    Test number
    140460611717
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame corroded

  18. Pass91,579 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    91,579 miles
    Test number
    674461977724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail91,579 miles (+2,642)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,579 miles
    Test number
    112880623706
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axle (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass88,937 miles (+3,385)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    586642315097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,552 miles
    Test number
    416555643478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail85,552 miles (+2,881)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,552 miles
    Test number
    476785243345
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass82,671 miles (+2,500)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    82,671 miles
    Test number
    306667142322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,171 miles (+3,395)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,171 miles
    Test number
    415789841340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,776 miles (+3,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,776 miles
    Test number
    138854901029
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass73,280 miles (+3,991)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    73,280 miles
    Test number
    374445800049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,289 miles
    Test number
    173659409444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail69,289 miles (+4,713)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,289 miles
    Test number
    733749509050
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Pass64,576 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,576 miles
    Test number
    833398408013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail64,555 miles (+5,695)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,555 miles
    Test number
    413234408094
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Pass58,860 miles (+6,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    58,860 miles
    Test number
    272882866368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass52,327 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,327 miles
    Test number
    331153006002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y873 OTL

Does Y873 OTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y873 OTL is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y873 OTL?
The MOT on Y873 OTL is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y873 OTL done?
Y873 OTL was recorded at 107,234 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 2,744 miles a year.
Has Y873 OTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y873 OTL has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y873 OTL 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 Y873 OTL find?
Y873 OTL passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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