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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y883 GAPMOT history

Y883 GAP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

Y883 GAP silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
118,340 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y883 GAP
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
3 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y883 GAP was last recorded at 118,340 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 5,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,394 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,946 miles
Average per year
4,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,340 miles
  • 2025 – 112,394 miles
  • 2024 – 101,681 miles
  • 2023 – 86,468 miles
  • 2021 – 85,718 miles
  • 2020 – 81,357 miles
  • 2019 – 77,472 miles
  • 2018 – 71,807 miles
  • 2017 – 67,667 miles
  • 2016 – 65,247 miles
  • 2015 – 61,290 miles
  • 2014 – 58,166 miles
  • 2013 – 55,499 miles
  • 2012 – 51,733 miles
  • 2011 – 49,082 miles
  • 2010 – 46,004 miles
  • 2009 – 43,200 miles
  • 2008 – 40,057 miles
  • 2007 – 36,369 miles
  • 2006 – 32,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,340 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,340 miles (+5,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    118,340 miles
    Test number
    204133728486
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,394 miles (+10,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    112,394 miles
    Test number
    734901260963
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,681 miles (+15,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,681 miles
    Test number
    314946000252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,468 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    86,468 miles
    Test number
    851014020627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail86,466 miles (+748)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,466 miles
    Test number
    179356785195
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass85,718 miles (+4,361)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    710164428845
    • AdvisoryAfter market horn fitted
    • AdvisoryBonnet trim insecure
    • AdvisoryCrack in offside rear light unit
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre low on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySun visor fitted but not affecting view of the road

  7. Pass81,357 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,357 miles
    Test number
    811420082130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,472 miles
    Test number
    219553916128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail77,472 miles (+5,665)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,472 miles
    Test number
    713006532807
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,807 miles (+4,140)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,807 miles
    Test number
    442769125958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,667 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,667 miles
    Test number
    780092767343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,247 miles (+3,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    65,247 miles
    Test number
    691193356210
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml light stays on
    • AdvisoryOff side mirror glass cracked

  13. Pass61,290 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,290 miles
    Test number
    549320445066
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Fail61,290 miles (+3,124)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,290 miles
    Test number
    738510345099
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass58,166 miles (+2,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,166 miles
    Test number
    129235534477
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass55,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,499 miles
    Test number
    829746133036
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Fail55,499 miles (+3,766)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,499 miles
    Test number
    489986933054
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass51,733 miles (+2,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    51,733 miles
    Test number
    905154142089
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Fail49,082 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,082 miles
    Test number
    467730141098
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass49,082 miles (+3,078)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,082 miles
    Test number
    785130041023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,004 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    46,004 miles
    Test number
    501322040007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,200 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,200 miles
    Test number
    181197749456
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  23. Pass43,200 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,200 miles
    Test number
    224047149043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,057 miles (+3,688)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,057 miles
    Test number
    654228518034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,369 miles (+3,548)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,369 miles
    Test number
    491137447035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,821 miles
    Test number
    390099336055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y883 GAP

Does Y883 GAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y883 GAP is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y883 GAP?
The MOT on Y883 GAP is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y883 GAP done?
Y883 GAP was recorded at 118,340 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 4,249 miles a year.
Has Y883 GAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y883 GAP has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on Y883 GAP 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 Y883 GAP find?
Y883 GAP passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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