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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y881 SLHMOT history

Y881 SLH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 63,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

Y881 SLH silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,251 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 SLH
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
3 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 SLH was last recorded at 63,251 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2016: 53,952 miles, lower than 58,563 miles on 19 Oct 2015.

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
63,249 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,251 miles
  • 2024 – 61,987 miles
  • 2023 – 60,869 miles
  • 2022 – 59,826 miles
  • 2021 – 58,716 miles
  • 2020 – 57,689 miles
  • 2019 – 56,753 miles
  • 2018 – 56,050 miles
  • 2017 – 54,757 miles
  • 2016 – 53,952 miles
  • 2015 – 58,563 miles
  • 2014 – 53,065 miles
  • 2013 – 52,465 miles
  • 2012 – 51,887 miles
  • 2010 – 49,310 miles
  • 2009 – 44,324 miles
  • 2008 – 39,162 miles
  • 2007 – 34,309 miles
  • 2006 – 28,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,251 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/r and n/s/r (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush o/s/f and n/s/f

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,251 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,251 miles
    Test number
    284330564935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/r and n/s/r (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail63,249 miles (+1,262)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,249 miles
    Test number
    493578077046
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorShock absorbers has an excessively worn bush o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/r and n/s/r (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass61,987 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    611954432483
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail61,987 miles (+1,118)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    454899050435
    • MajorShock absorbers has an excessively worn bush o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass60,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    60,869 miles
    Test number
    416391664732
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail60,869 miles (+1,043)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,869 miles
    Test number
    911333919300
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass59,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    962818046918
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail59,826 miles (+1,110)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    552960468807
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s/f and n/s/f (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass58,716 miles (+1,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    58,716 miles
    Test number
    650475966772
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s/f and n/s/f top mounting (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Pass57,689 miles (+936)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,689 miles
    Test number
    774183104540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass56,753 miles (+703)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,753 miles
    Test number
    488890495926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,050 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    56,050 miles
    Test number
    668777028757
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt not retracting fully
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail56,050 miles (+1,293)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,050 miles
    Test number
    511928850687
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt not retracting fully
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass54,757 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    54,757 miles
    Test number
    788416623537
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail54,757 miles (+805)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,757 miles
    Test number
    465273302080
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass53,952 miles (-4,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,952 miles
    Test number
    590683587014
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are aged
    • AdvisoryNearside front top suspension has slight

  17. Pass58,563 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,563 miles
    Test number
    263014492812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,065 miles (+600)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,065 miles
    Test number
    359261094407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,465 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,465 miles
    Test number
    108251383265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion forming on lower fuel tank support straps.
    • NoteDry coolant stains on radaitor core and under thermostat housing area.
    • NoteRear exhaust system starting to deteriorate.

  20. Fail52,465 miles (+578)5 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,465 miles
    Test number
    918311883235
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion forming on lower fuel tank support straps.
    • NoteDry coolant stains on radaitor core and under thermostat housing area.
    • NoteRear exhaust system starting to deteriorate.

  21. Pass51,887 miles (+2,577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,887 miles
    Test number
    186072612340
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edge / nearside front tyre bald on edge / cracking / an has a puncture

  22. Pass49,310 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,310 miles
    Test number
    843169860135
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail49,310 miles (+4,986)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,310 miles
    Test number
    910329260156
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass44,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,324 miles
    Test number
    361039449191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,324 miles (+5,162)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,324 miles
    Test number
    931309349144
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  26. Pass39,162 miles (+4,853)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,162 miles
    Test number
    882975668106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,309 miles (+5,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,309 miles
    Test number
    601405867117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

  28. Pass28,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,356 miles
    Test number
    540472676175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 SLH

Does Y881 SLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 SLH is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y881 SLH?
The MOT on Y881 SLH is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 SLH done?
Y881 SLH was recorded at 63,251 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 1,795 miles a year.
Has Y881 SLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 SLH has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y881 SLH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y881 SLH find?
Y881 SLH passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/r and n/s/r.

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