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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y894 UKJMOT history

Y894 UKJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 190,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

Y894 UKJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
190,085 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,542 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y894 UKJ
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
4 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y894 UKJ was last recorded at 190,085 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 11,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,403 miles · 2 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,682 miles
Average per year
4,542 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,085 miles
  • 2024 – 178,403 miles
  • 2023 – 166,912 miles
  • 2022 – 165,541 miles
  • 2021 – 159,171 miles
  • 2020 – 157,288 miles
  • 2019 – 154,351 miles
  • 2018 – 148,542 miles
  • 2017 – 140,654 miles
  • 2016 – 140,498 miles
  • 2015 – 139,190 miles
  • 2014 – 130,522 miles
  • 2013 – 128,153 miles
  • 2012 – 126,056 miles
  • 2011 – 119,565 miles
  • 2010 – 117,505 miles
  • 2009 – 115,499 miles
  • 2008 – 113,981 miles
  • 2007 – 109,964 miles
  • 2006 – 100,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,085 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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass190,085 miles (+11,682)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    190,085 miles
    Test number
    506140818904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass178,403 miles (+11,491)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    178,403 miles
    Test number
    603311965738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,912 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    166,912 miles
    Test number
    955190669822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass165,541 miles (+6,370)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    165,541 miles
    Test number
    639755096394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass159,171 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    159,171 miles
    Test number
    103254688425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass157,288 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    157,288 miles
    Test number
    396532912015
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Fail157,288 miles (+2,937)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,288 miles
    Test number
    221618855295
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  8. Pass154,351 miles (+5,809)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    154,351 miles
    Test number
    462268788045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass148,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    148,542 miles
    Test number
    798011271037
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail148,542 miles (+7,888)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,542 miles
    Test number
    969400244992
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass140,654 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    140,654 miles
    Test number
    805393129192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,498 miles (+1,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    140,498 miles
    Test number
    493831647261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass139,190 miles (+8,668)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    139,190 miles
    Test number
    393471634631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,522 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    130,522 miles
    Test number
    138282704382
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhuast backbox corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs scored on both sides
    • NoteOff side rear tyre has a nail.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail130,522 miles (+2,369)4 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,522 miles
    Test number
    739281904362
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhuast backbox corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs scored on both sides
    • NoteOff side rear tyre has a nail.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass128,153 miles (+2,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,153 miles
    Test number
    489803433424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass126,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    126,056 miles
    Test number
    209922632340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail126,056 miles (+6,491)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,056 miles
    Test number
    466492432309
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre slight cracking
    • NoteOff side rear tyre slight cracking

  19. Pass119,565 miles (+2,060)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    119,565 miles
    Test number
    597866921368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNear side front tyre slight worn outer edge

  20. Pass117,505 miles (+2,006)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    910838690260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight worn inner & outer edges
    • NoteOff side front top suspension mounting slight play

  21. Pass115,499 miles (+1,518)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    712810559264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn outer edge +cracked
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn inner edge

  22. Pass113,981 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    113,981 miles
    Test number
    591503818257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail113,883 miles (+3,919)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,883 miles
    Test number
    903442118268
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass109,964 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    109,964 miles
    Test number
    480673997115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass100,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    920157966102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y894 UKJ

Does Y894 UKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y894 UKJ is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y894 UKJ?
The MOT on Y894 UKJ is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y894 UKJ done?
Y894 UKJ was recorded at 190,085 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 4,542 miles a year.
Has Y894 UKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y894 UKJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on Y894 UKJ 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 Y894 UKJ find?
Y894 UKJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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