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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y878 OCTMOT history

Y878 OCT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 145,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

Y878 OCT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
145,946 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 OCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 OCT was last recorded at 145,946 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 7,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,106 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,840 miles
Average per year
5,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,946 miles
  • 2025 – 138,106 miles
  • 2024 – 131,139 miles
  • 2023 – 124,323 miles
  • 2022 – 117,820 miles
  • 2021 – 114,539 miles
  • 2020 – 111,639 miles
  • 2019 – 107,341 miles
  • 2018 – 103,348 miles
  • 2017 – 99,283 miles
  • 2016 – 94,477 miles
  • 2015 – 88,863 miles
  • 2014 – 83,695 miles
  • 2013 – 79,526 miles
  • 2012 – 75,269 miles
  • 2011 – 70,707 miles
  • 2010 – 65,158 miles
  • 2009 – 60,049 miles
  • 2008 – 53,007 miles
  • 2007 – 47,056 miles
  • 2006 – 39,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,946 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded From Hose to Caliper (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,946 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    145,946 miles
    Test number
    293805777637
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail145,946 miles (+7,840)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,946 miles
    Test number
    771933501381
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass138,106 miles (+6,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    138,106 miles
    Test number
    853977857162
    • AdvisorySeveral point of under Neath is corroded

  4. Pass131,139 miles (+6,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    131,139 miles
    Test number
    841212557177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass124,323 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    124,323 miles
    Test number
    818115308351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust secured with metal clip and not original rubber

  6. Fail124,290 miles (+6,470)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,290 miles
    Test number
    837205849154
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust secured with metal clip and not original rubber

  7. Pass117,820 miles (+3,281)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,820 miles
    Test number
    555654792529
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front brake hoses cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear silencer rear hanger repaired with wire (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle very rusty

  8. Pass114,539 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    114,539 miles
    Test number
    445941964796
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail114,539 miles (+2,900)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,539 miles
    Test number
    261251899740
    • MajorBraking system leaking pipe (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass111,639 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,639 miles
    Test number
    696388295891
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre Bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail111,639 miles (+4,298)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,639 miles
    Test number
    809243189134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre Bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass107,341 miles (+3,993)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,341 miles
    Test number
    229552916900
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs, inner faces pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass103,348 miles (+4,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,348 miles
    Test number
    616564712226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass99,283 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,283 miles
    Test number
    997651096853
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust Bracket Broken Away
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Box Hanger, Rusty and getting weak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Exhaust Sleeve (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded From Hose to Caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail99,283 miles (+4,806)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,283 miles
    Test number
    236540526285
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust Bracket Broken Away
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Box Hanger, Rusty and getting weak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Exhaust Sleeve (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded From Hose to Caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass94,477 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,477 miles
    Test number
    825562006028
    • AdvisoryExhaust Centre Bracket broken away and Centre Sleeve rusty and broken.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded From Hose to Caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail94,477 miles (+5,614)1 dangerous1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,477 miles
    Test number
    196507019079
    • DangerousBrake servo vacuum pipe split at Servo Pump (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust Centre Bracket broken away and Centre Sleeve rusty and broken.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded From Hose to Caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass88,863 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,863 miles
    Test number
    406438425163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,781 miles (+5,086)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,781 miles
    Test number
    559405125110
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass83,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,695 miles
    Test number
    309962934180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail83,695 miles (+4,169)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,695 miles
    Test number
    468192634128
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass79,526 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    546868123179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,269 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    75,269 miles
    Test number
    287979222123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,707 miles
    Test number
    636946021102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,707 miles (+5,549)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,707 miles
    Test number
    916906021150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  26. Pass65,158 miles (+5,109)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,158 miles
    Test number
    750204320119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,049 miles (+7,042)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    60,049 miles
    Test number
    240662739157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wiper blades deteriotated

  28. Pass53,007 miles (+5,951)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,007 miles
    Test number
    283441028132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,056 miles (+7,256)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,056 miles
    Test number
    383258027150
    • NoteN/s.rear brake binding slightly [requires attention.]

  30. Pass39,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,800 miles
    Test number
    771229026112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 OCT

Does Y878 OCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y878 OCT is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y878 OCT?
The MOT on Y878 OCT is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y878 OCT done?
Y878 OCT was recorded at 145,946 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 5,199 miles a year.
Has Y878 OCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 OCT has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y878 OCT 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 Y878 OCT find?
Y878 OCT passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 1 more.

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