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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y885 NUAMOT history

Y885 NUA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 116,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

Y885 NUA blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
116,042 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y885 NUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y885 NUA was last recorded at 116,042 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 1,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,953 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,089 miles
Average per year
4,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,042 miles
  • 2024 – 114,953 miles
  • 2023 – 113,785 miles
  • 2022 – 112,616 miles
  • 2021 – 110,402 miles
  • 2020 – 109,609 miles
  • 2019 – 106,699 miles
  • 2018 – 102,326 miles
  • 2017 – 97,853 miles
  • 2016 – 92,861 miles
  • 2015 – 88,545 miles
  • 2014 – 83,941 miles
  • 2013 – 78,546 miles
  • 2012 – 71,949 miles
  • 2011 – 64,977 miles
  • 2010 – 57,924 miles
  • 2009 – 51,036 miles
  • 2008 – 43,957 miles
  • 2007 – 37,167 miles
  • 2006 – 30,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,042 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,042 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    116,042 miles
    Test number
    499143199197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,953 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,953 miles
    Test number
    813877234706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,785 miles (+1,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,785 miles
    Test number
    733868751947
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads approx 5,000 miles (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass112,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,616 miles
    Test number
    233873596163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail112,616 miles (+2,214)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,616 miles
    Test number
    185109971496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass110,402 miles (+793)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    110,402 miles
    Test number
    643555555506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,609 miles
    Test number
    693388511859
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch worn

  8. Fail109,609 miles (+2,910)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,609 miles
    Test number
    656106227874
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch worn

  9. Pass106,699 miles (+4,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,699 miles
    Test number
    188502928146
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass102,326 miles (+4,473)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    102,326 miles
    Test number
    678552970959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,853 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,853 miles
    Test number
    147151174377
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail97,853 miles (+4,992)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,853 miles
    Test number
    132999422308
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass92,861 miles (+4,316)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,861 miles
    Test number
    809057630659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,545 miles (+4,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    88,545 miles
    Test number
    315885341125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass83,941 miles (+5,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,941 miles
    Test number
    228858714207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass78,546 miles (+6,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,546 miles
    Test number
    285350823240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass71,949 miles (+6,972)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,949 miles
    Test number
    635582312210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass64,977 miles (+7,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    64,977 miles
    Test number
    129451211211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass57,924 miles (+6,888)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,924 miles
    Test number
    940391020275
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight movement ball joint steering & suspension joints bushes slight crack wear wishbone bush slight movememnt rear subframe bush
    • NoteSlight play front bearing
    • NoteUnable to fully check pads discs

  20. Pass51,036 miles (+7,079)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,036 miles
    Test number
    903325919210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,957 miles (+6,790)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,957 miles
    Test number
    783220928223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise front number plate cracked.

  22. Pass37,167 miles (+6,266)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,167 miles
    Test number
    324658617215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,901 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    684871826284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass30,901 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    922911726229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y885 NUA

Does Y885 NUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y885 NUA expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y885 NUA?
The MOT on Y885 NUA expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y885 NUA done?
Y885 NUA was recorded at 116,042 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 4,474 miles a year.
Has Y885 NUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y885 NUA has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y885 NUA 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 Y885 NUA find?
Y885 NUA passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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