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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y876 DAAMOT history

Y876 DAA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 168,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

Y876 DAA silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2024
Mileage
168,937 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y876 DAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y876 DAA was last recorded at 168,937 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 6,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2010: 84,461 miles, lower than 87,214 miles on 6 Apr 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
162,307 miles · 27 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
6,630 miles
Average per year
5,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 168,937 miles
  • 2023 – 162,307 miles
  • 2022 – 156,880 miles
  • 2021 – 150,242 miles
  • 2020 – 143,086 miles
  • 2019 – 136,142 miles
  • 2018 – 128,491 miles
  • 2017 – 125,370 miles
  • 2016 – 122,922 miles
  • 2015 – 120,218 miles
  • 2014 – 117,656 miles
  • 2013 – 114,492 miles
  • 2012 – 109,602 miles
  • 2011 – 101,830 miles
  • 2010 – 84,461 miles
  • 2009 – 87,214 miles
  • 2008 – 79,039 miles
  • 2007 – 74,062 miles
  • 2006 – 67,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,937 miles
  • DangerousNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached broken (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousPassenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board (6.2.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits low 0,873 (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits high 4691 (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits high 333 (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high boh (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arms rear bushes both sudes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,937 miles (+6,630)3 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,937 miles
    Test number
    429067217161
    • DangerousNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached broken (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPassenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board (6.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits low 0,873 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits high 4691 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits high 333 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high boh (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,307 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    162,307 miles
    Test number
    769370837088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill x2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail162,307 miles (+5,427)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,307 miles
    Test number
    128595035679
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill x2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,880 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    156,880 miles
    Test number
    608354422314
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  5. Fail156,880 miles (+6,638)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,880 miles
    Test number
    279692735947
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  6. Pass150,242 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    150,242 miles
    Test number
    455706703986
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arms rear bushes both sudes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail150,242 miles (+7,156)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,242 miles
    Test number
    894742869269
    • DangerousOffside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arms rear bushes both sudes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass143,086 miles (+6,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    143,086 miles
    Test number
    654104371643
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush strut mounting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,142 miles
    Test number
    383443421440
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail136,142 miles (+7,651)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,142 miles
    Test number
    631479782232
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to front at rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side no movement on cal. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass128,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,491 miles
    Test number
    232075975619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail128,491 miles (+3,121)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,491 miles
    Test number
    507438566783
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass125,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,370 miles
    Test number
    586565147870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,370 miles (+2,448)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,370 miles
    Test number
    745662776040
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass122,922 miles (+2,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,922 miles
    Test number
    470921748950
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass120,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    120,218 miles
    Test number
    658722655172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail120,218 miles (+34)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,218 miles
    Test number
    178187245157
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail120,184 miles (+2,528)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,184 miles
    Test number
    787061115130
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  19. Pass117,656 miles (+3,164)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    117,656 miles
    Test number
    285248004166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOffside inner constant velocity gaiter inner clip missing
    • NoteRear brakes discs in poor condition
    • NoteRear brakes slightly binding

  20. Pass114,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    114,492 miles
    Test number
    658451883015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,492 miles (+4,890)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,492 miles
    Test number
    849091083057
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slight binding

  22. Pass109,602 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    109,602 miles
    Test number
    395604502129
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition

  23. Fail109,602 miles (+7,772)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,602 miles
    Test number
    339763202102
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront disc in poor condition
    • NoteO/s brake slightly sticking

  24. Pass101,830 miles (+17,369)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,830 miles
    Test number
    688905791009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,461 miles (-2,753)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    84,461 miles
    Test number
    980851690066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,214 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    200666999096
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  27. Pass87,214 miles (+8,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    564716599048
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  28. Pass79,039 miles (+4,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    79,039 miles
    Test number
    462272938018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass74,062 miles (+6,341)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    74,062 miles
    Test number
    243042507128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass67,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,721 miles
    Test number
    344433906190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y876 DAA

Does Y876 DAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y876 DAA expired on 29 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y876 DAA?
The MOT on Y876 DAA expired on 29 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y876 DAA done?
Y876 DAA was recorded at 168,937 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 5,479 miles a year.
Has Y876 DAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y876 DAA has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y876 DAA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y876 DAA find?
Y876 DAA failed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached broken; oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety; passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board, and 8 more.

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