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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,792 cc

Y896 SUDMOT history

Y896 SUD is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 83,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

Y896 SUD red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,458 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 SUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 SUD was last recorded at 83,458 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,927 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
531 miles
Average per year
2,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,458 miles
  • 2025 – 82,927 miles
  • 2018 – 82,920 miles
  • 2016 – 79,260 miles
  • 2014 – 77,947 miles
  • 2013 – 71,883 miles
  • 2012 – 68,936 miles
  • 2011 – 59,503 miles
  • 2010 – 52,802 miles
  • 2009 – 48,076 miles
  • 2008 – 42,476 miles
  • 2007 – 36,623 miles
  • 2006 – 31,931 miles
  • 2005 – 28,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,458 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front sill to floor weak and corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Various under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,458 miles
    Test number
    723488152064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill to floor weak and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail83,458 miles (+531)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,458 miles
    Test number
    868926653849
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill to floor weak and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass82,927 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    82,927 miles
    Test number
    167383237305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  4. Pass82,920 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,920 miles
    Test number
    137645090838
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  5. Fail82,920 miles (+3,660)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,920 miles
    Test number
    779905017292
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  6. Pass79,260 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,260 miles
    Test number
    522917018467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,255 miles (+1,308)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,255 miles
    Test number
    837333065989
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  8. Pass77,947 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,947 miles
    Test number
    226634304268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoot lid will not open

  9. Fail77,947 miles (+6,064)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,947 miles
    Test number
    946653104235
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoot lid will not open

  10. Pass71,883 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,883 miles
    Test number
    286330293260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,857 miles (+2,921)2 dangerous3 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,857 miles
    Test number
    805768083278
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteEng light on

  12. Pass68,936 miles (+9,433)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,936 miles
    Test number
    275074552366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/side front tyre cracking on walls

  13. Pass59,503 miles (+6,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,503 miles
    Test number
    518715351327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass52,802 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    52,802 miles
    Test number
    412836650454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,076 miles (+5,600)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,076 miles
    Test number
    393544349376
    • NoteSlight wear in n/s top strut mounting
    • NoteSlight wear in o/s track rod

  16. Pass42,476 miles (+5,853)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,476 miles
    Test number
    592703338334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,623 miles (+4,692)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,623 miles
    Test number
    664253357384
    • NoteSlight movement in front top strut mountings

  18. Pass31,931 miles (+2,992)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,931 miles
    Test number
    642122746341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    28,939 miles
    Test number
    433917155466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 SUD

Does Y896 SUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 SUD is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 SUD?
The MOT on Y896 SUD is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 SUD done?
Y896 SUD was recorded at 83,458 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 2,642 miles a year.
Has Y896 SUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 SUD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y896 SUD 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 Y896 SUD find?
Y896 SUD passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front sill to floor weak and corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main, and 1 more.

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