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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y879 HFGMOT history

Y879 HFG is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 132,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

Y879 HFG green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2023
Mileage
132,590 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 HFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y879 HFG was last recorded at 132,590 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 5,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,286 miles · 7 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
5,304 miles
Average per year
5,972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,590 miles
  • 2022 – 127,286 miles
  • 2021 – 121,991 miles
  • 2020 – 116,317 miles
  • 2019 – 112,371 miles
  • 2018 – 107,276 miles
  • 2017 – 99,189 miles
  • 2016 – 91,308 miles
  • 2015 – 81,566 miles
  • 2014 – 73,980 miles
  • 2013 – 69,712 miles
  • 2012 – 63,902 miles
  • 2011 – 57,783 miles
  • 2010 – 52,606 miles
  • 2009 – 46,904 miles
  • 2008 – 41,984 miles
  • 2007 – 35,715 miles
  • 2006 – 29,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,590 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryDrivers outside door handle tight to open door
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Engine light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,590 miles (+5,304)2 dangerous11 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,590 miles
    Test number
    808856385157
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers outside door handle tight to open door
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass127,286 miles (+8)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    127,286 miles
    Test number
    820005596546
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail127,278 miles (+5,287)4 major1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,278 miles
    Test number
    261358619775
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner shield insecure (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  4. Pass121,991 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    121,991 miles
    Test number
    382535554583
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS + OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail121,982 miles (+5,665)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,982 miles
    Test number
    564413684432
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS + OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,317 miles (+3,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    116,317 miles
    Test number
    732712505370
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass112,371 miles (+5,095)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,371 miles
    Test number
    625764310578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,276 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,276 miles
    Test number
    236830496339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail107,276 miles (+8,087)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,276 miles
    Test number
    998929304021
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass99,189 miles (+7,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,189 miles
    Test number
    840994323132
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chip[ (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass91,308 miles (+9,742)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,308 miles
    Test number
    340481331852
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass81,566 miles (+7,586)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,566 miles
    Test number
    218390425170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,980 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,980 miles
    Test number
    145523314116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,712 miles (+5,810)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,712 miles
    Test number
    458269213167
    • NoteBoth front tyres treads wearing low / o/s/f tyre nearing limit
    • NoteRecommend tracking

  15. Pass63,902 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,902 miles
    Test number
    258198312115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,826 miles (+6,043)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,826 miles
    Test number
    828401912159
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass57,783 miles (+5,177)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    57,783 miles
    Test number
    209727911167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,606 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,606 miles
    Test number
    104549710177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,904 miles (+27)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,904 miles
    Test number
    653731829110
    • NoteIrratic idle.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low inner and outer edges.
    • NoteWiper blades splitting at ends but clearing screen.

  20. Fail46,877 miles (+4,893)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,877 miles
    Test number
    243778219100
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteIrratic idle.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low inner and outer edges.
    • NoteWiper blades splitting at ends but clearing screen.

  21. Pass41,984 miles (+6,269)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,984 miles
    Test number
    430279118122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads starting to wear low monitor wear

  22. Pass35,715 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,715 miles
    Test number
    433744417113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread getting low on edge monitor wear
    • NoteOil leak monitor

  23. Fail35,715 miles (+5,825)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,715 miles
    Test number
    414193217132
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges o/s/f tyre nearing limit
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread getting low on edge monitor wear
    • NoteOil leak monitor

  24. Pass29,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,890 miles
    Test number
    351664716151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 HFG

Does Y879 HFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y879 HFG expired on 6 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y879 HFG?
The MOT on Y879 HFG expired on 6 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y879 HFG done?
Y879 HFG was recorded at 132,590 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 5,972 miles a year.
Has Y879 HFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 HFG has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y879 HFG 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 Y879 HFG find?
Y879 HFG failed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 21 more.

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