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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y887 NLMMOT history

Y887 NLM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 37,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

Y887 NLM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
37,107 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y887 NLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y887 NLM was last recorded at 37,107 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 1,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,419 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,688 miles
Average per year
1,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,107 miles
  • 2025 – 35,419 miles
  • 2024 – 33,313 miles
  • 2023 – 29,700 miles
  • 2022 – 29,456 miles
  • 2021 – 29,200 miles
  • 2020 – 28,932 miles
  • 2019 – 28,282 miles
  • 2018 – 27,436 miles
  • 2017 – 26,675 miles
  • 2016 – 25,758 miles
  • 2015 – 24,965 miles
  • 2014 – 24,189 miles
  • 2013 – 23,423 miles
  • 2012 – 22,643 miles
  • 2011 – 21,160 miles
  • 2010 – 19,618 miles
  • 2009 – 17,896 miles
  • 2008 – 16,373 miles
  • 2007 – 14,629 miles
  • 2006 – 12,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,107 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Vehicle restricted view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,107 miles (+1,688)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    37,107 miles
    Test number
    473247095098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass35,419 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    35,419 miles
    Test number
    346867615761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass33,313 miles (+3,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    33,313 miles
    Test number
    279814447765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Pass29,700 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    29,700 miles
    Test number
    255524951413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass29,456 miles (+256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    29,456 miles
    Test number
    800249114083
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  6. Pass29,200 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,200 miles
    Test number
    261596436451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass28,932 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    28,932 miles
    Test number
    388757255426
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  8. Fail28,932 miles (+650)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,932 miles
    Test number
    825713840198
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  9. Pass28,282 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,282 miles
    Test number
    915038296452
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail28,282 miles (+846)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,282 miles
    Test number
    148162044402
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService light on

  11. Pass27,436 miles (+761)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,436 miles
    Test number
    521658746419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    26,675 miles
    Test number
    428920108330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,675 miles (+917)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,675 miles
    Test number
    604529223061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass25,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    848991865246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  15. Fail25,758 miles (+793)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    625445975713
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  16. Pass24,965 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,965 miles
    Test number
    417233385198
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll four tyres side walls creaking

  17. Fail24,965 miles (+776)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,965 miles
    Test number
    726053385177
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll four tyres side walls creaking

  18. Pass24,189 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    24,189 miles
    Test number
    349613384164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,423 miles (+780)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    23,423 miles
    Test number
    197503183184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,643 miles
    Test number
    109130282109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail22,643 miles (+1,483)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,643 miles
    Test number
    215340282160
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass21,160 miles (+1,542)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,160 miles
    Test number
    157325571105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,618 miles (+1,722)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,618 miles
    Test number
    662604470191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,896 miles (+1,523)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    17,896 miles
    Test number
    581156849157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,373 miles
    Test number
    220534558132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail16,373 miles (+1,744)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,373 miles
    Test number
    720874658124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass14,629 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,629 miles
    Test number
    594360257182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail14,627 miles (+1,982)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,627 miles
    Test number
    340339447193
    • FailureFront Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  29. Pass12,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    12,645 miles
    Test number
    923426636151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y887 NLM

Does Y887 NLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y887 NLM is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y887 NLM?
The MOT on Y887 NLM is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y887 NLM done?
Y887 NLM was recorded at 37,107 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 1,202 miles a year.
Has Y887 NLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y887 NLM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on Y887 NLM 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 Y887 NLM find?
Y887 NLM passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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