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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2017 · 1,984 cc

Y8 PJLMOT history

Y8 PJL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 7 MOT tests, with 42,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

Y8 PJL blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
42,195 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
7
7 passed · 0 failed
Per year
4,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 PJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
14 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 PJL was last recorded at 42,195 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 6,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
35,561 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,634 miles
Average per year
4,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,195 miles
  • 2025 – 35,561 miles
  • 2024 – 31,557 miles
  • 2023 – 28,121 miles
  • 2022 – 24,016 miles
  • 2021 – 19,230 miles
  • 2020 – 15,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,195 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine cover & undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

7 tests since 15 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,195 miles (+6,634)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    42,195 miles
    Test number
    278622349203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass35,561 miles (+4,004)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    35,561 miles
    Test number
    661403436232
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted

  3. Pass31,557 miles (+3,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    31,557 miles
    Test number
    712752544393
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted

  4. Pass28,121 miles (+4,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    28,121 miles
    Test number
    743966499410
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass24,016 miles (+4,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    24,016 miles
    Test number
    401042577291
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted

  6. Pass19,230 miles (+3,892)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    19,230 miles
    Test number
    629215779895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass15,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    15,338 miles
    Test number
    144795111203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 PJL

Does Y8 PJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 PJL is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 PJL?
The MOT on Y8 PJL is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 PJL done?
Y8 PJL was recorded at 42,195 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 4,516 miles a year.
Has Y8 PJL ever failed its MOT?
No. Y8 PJL has passed all 7 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on Y8 PJL 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 Y8 PJL find?
Y8 PJL passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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