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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y879 NMOMOT history

Y879 NMO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

Y879 NMO silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
140,623 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 NMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 NMO was last recorded at 140,623 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,559 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
64 miles
Average per year
5,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,623 miles
  • 2024 – 138,562 miles
  • 2023 – 137,150 miles
  • 2022 – 135,207 miles
  • 2021 – 132,369 miles
  • 2020 – 128,983 miles
  • 2019 – 126,209 miles
  • 2018 – 123,347 miles
  • 2017 – 118,693 miles
  • 2016 – 113,909 miles
  • 2015 – 106,331 miles
  • 2014 – 96,806 miles
  • 2013 – 93,482 miles
  • 2012 – 89,419 miles
  • 2011 – 83,687 miles
  • 2010 – 77,929 miles
  • 2009 – 68,336 miles
  • 2008 – 56,143 miles
  • 2007 – 45,609 miles
  • 2006 – 31,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,623 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.. Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,623 miles (+64)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    140,623 miles
    Test number
    766872295329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.. Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail140,559 miles (+1,997)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,559 miles
    Test number
    237310903185
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault Sensor (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.. Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Badly worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass138,562 miles (+1,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    138,562 miles
    Test number
    463828875513
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass137,150 miles (+1,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,150 miles
    Test number
    943908988134
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,207 miles (+2,838)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,207 miles
    Test number
    995749811601
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm.. badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm...badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass132,369 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,369 miles
    Test number
    352959699227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail132,363 miles (+3,380)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,363 miles
    Test number
    186952076846
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass128,983 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,983 miles
    Test number
    728531097556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail128,913 miles (+2,704)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,913 miles
    Test number
    816212940825
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  10. Pass126,209 miles (+2,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,209 miles
    Test number
    115741723436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass123,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    123,347 miles
    Test number
    653219459811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,347 miles (+4,654)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,347 miles
    Test number
    384203344146
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass118,693 miles (+4,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,693 miles
    Test number
    481474111331
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Pass113,909 miles (+7,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    113,909 miles
    Test number
    722404465460
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass106,331 miles (+9,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,331 miles
    Test number
    403495055539
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  16. Pass96,806 miles (+3,324)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    798343434399
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine light on

  17. Pass93,482 miles (+4,063)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,482 miles
    Test number
    467642833463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteEngine light on

  18. Pass89,419 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,419 miles
    Test number
    889586122326
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Fail89,416 miles (+5,729)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,416 miles
    Test number
    887286122378
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Pass83,687 miles (+5,758)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    576041421385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light on

  21. Pass77,929 miles (+9,593)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    77,929 miles
    Test number
    412766320333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs corroded slightly
    • NoteRear discs corroded slightly

  22. Pass68,336 miles (+12,193)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,336 miles
    Test number
    771149189151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,143 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,143 miles
    Test number
    582325908237
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass56,143 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,143 miles
    Test number
    753425608268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,972 miles (+10,363)7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,972 miles
    Test number
    204029978160
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDrivers door lock broken!
    • NoteEngine management light showing!

  26. Pass45,609 miles (+14,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,609 miles
    Test number
    882745587130
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass31,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,167 miles
    Test number
    724942676131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,167 miles5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,167 miles
    Test number
    870691276192
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about Y879 NMO

Does Y879 NMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 NMO is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y879 NMO?
The MOT on Y879 NMO is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 NMO done?
Y879 NMO was recorded at 140,623 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 5,613 miles a year.
Has Y879 NMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 NMO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y879 NMO 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 NMO find?
Y879 NMO passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.. badly worn edge; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 195/65r15, and 2 more.

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