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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y901 GAPMOT history

Y901 GAP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 126,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2025.

Y901 GAP blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2026
Mileage
126,393 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y901 GAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y901 GAP was last recorded at 126,393 miles on 5 Apr 2025, 8,954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,439 miles · 22 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
8,954 miles
Average per year
5,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,393 miles
  • 2024 – 117,439 miles
  • 2023 – 113,217 miles
  • 2022 – 107,943 miles
  • 2021 – 101,509 miles
  • 2020 – 99,240 miles
  • 2019 – 86,541 miles
  • 2018 – 72,258 miles
  • 2017 – 59,137 miles
  • 2016 – 53,151 miles
  • 2015 – 50,367 miles
  • 2014 – 47,484 miles
  • 2013 – 44,426 miles
  • 2012 – 41,412 miles
  • 2011 – 37,855 miles
  • 2010 – 34,365 miles
  • 2009 – 30,800 miles
  • 2008 – 27,401 miles
  • 2007 – 24,417 miles
  • 2006 – 21,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,393 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pad spring clips incorrectly mounted
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush debonded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,393 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    125444410379
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pad spring clips incorrectly mounted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail126,393 miles (+8,954)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    540180921727
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working Tapped lamp and bulb came on, Suggest replacement (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pad spring clips incorrectly mounted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass117,439 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,439 miles
    Test number
    834069232584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc and pads showing signs of over heating
    • AdvisoryOffside reg plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  4. Fail117,438 miles (+4,221)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,438 miles
    Test number
    853976850054
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc and pads showing signs of over heating
    • AdvisoryOffside reg plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  5. Pass113,217 miles (+5,274)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,217 miles
    Test number
    355314289893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,943 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    107,943 miles
    Test number
    659451046248
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail107,943 miles (+6,434)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,943 miles
    Test number
    409979579973
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass101,509 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    101,509 miles
    Test number
    171560898696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,439 miles (+2,199)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,439 miles
    Test number
    434969430691
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass99,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    99,240 miles
    Test number
    767452753961
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush debonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail99,240 miles (+12,699)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,240 miles
    Test number
    381696261684
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed incorrectly routed and fouling on brake wear sensor/ABS wiring loom (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively under strain due to fouling from incorrect routing of brake hose (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush debonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass86,541 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    267358645611
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc's worn.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low.

  13. Fail86,541 miles (+14,283)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    309018087103
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc's worn.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low.

  14. Pass72,258 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,258 miles
    Test number
    525652344307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight aim at lower limit

  15. Fail72,258 miles (+13,121)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,258 miles
    Test number
    653574703239
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight aim at lower limit

  16. Pass59,137 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,137 miles
    Test number
    160334087004
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked at catalyst (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  17. Fail59,137 miles (+5,986)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,137 miles
    Test number
    379363463158
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked at catalyst (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  18. Pass53,151 miles (+2,784)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,151 miles
    Test number
    548857409732
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from catalytic converter (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil Both Front (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass50,367 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,367 miles
    Test number
    675433735043
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail50,314 miles (+2,830)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,314 miles
    Test number
    319359025012
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass47,484 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,484 miles
    Test number
    196855434489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,426 miles (+3,014)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,426 miles
    Test number
    177272543400
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low

  23. Pass41,412 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,412 miles
    Test number
    438354932038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail41,412 miles (+3,557)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,412 miles
    Test number
    646264132059
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass37,855 miles (+3,490)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,855 miles
    Test number
    725864531016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,365 miles (+3,565)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,365 miles
    Test number
    770299620040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear axle bushes

  27. Pass30,800 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    30,800 miles
    Test number
    840818229062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,401 miles (+2,984)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    27,401 miles
    Test number
    710589628064
    • NoteFront brake pads 85% worn - discs worn & slightly lipped - slight flucuation on rbt
    • NoteRear wheels binding slightly

  29. Pass24,417 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,417 miles
    Test number
    600683747083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass21,699 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,699 miles
    Test number
    851668836098
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre treads wearing on outer edges

Questions about Y901 GAP

Does Y901 GAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y901 GAP expired on 4 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y901 GAP?
The MOT on Y901 GAP expired on 4 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y901 GAP done?
Y901 GAP was recorded at 126,393 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2025, an average of 5,465 miles a year.
Has Y901 GAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y901 GAP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y901 GAP 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 Y901 GAP find?
Y901 GAP passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both rear brake pad spring clips incorrectly mounted; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, and 3 more.

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