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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y901 VHRMOT history

Y901 VHR is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 102,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

Y901 VHR grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,731 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y901 VHR
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
15 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y901 VHR was last recorded at 102,731 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 4,384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,347 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,384 miles
Average per year
3,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,731 miles
  • 2025 – 98,347 miles
  • 2024 – 93,168 miles
  • 2023 – 88,878 miles
  • 2022 – 84,676 miles
  • 2021 – 82,139 miles
  • 2020 – 79,836 miles
  • 2019 – 74,907 miles
  • 2018 – 70,306 miles
  • 2017 – 66,379 miles
  • 2016 – 62,197 miles
  • 2015 – 58,420 miles
  • 2014 – 55,177 miles
  • 2013 – 53,108 miles
  • 2012 – 50,089 miles
  • 2011 – 47,125 miles
  • 2010 – 44,080 miles
  • 2009 – 41,612 miles
  • 2008 – 37,732 miles
  • 2007 – 34,494 miles
  • 2006 – 31,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,731 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil pressure light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Centre exhaust mount broken

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,731 miles (+4,384)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,731 miles
    Test number
    975568803265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass98,347 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,347 miles
    Test number
    276111290421
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail98,313 miles (+5,145)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,313 miles
    Test number
    992819586119
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn smooth on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass93,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,168 miles
    Test number
    581630055924
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail93,168 miles (+4,290)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,168 miles
    Test number
    172078118933
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass88,878 miles (+4,202)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    88,878 miles
    Test number
    641330332137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass84,676 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,676 miles
    Test number
    181323013206
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil pressure light on

  8. Fail84,676 miles (+2,537)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,676 miles
    Test number
    754036297636
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil pressure light on

  9. Pass82,139 miles (+2,303)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,139 miles
    Test number
    636415518663
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil pressure light on

  10. Pass79,836 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,836 miles
    Test number
    839943309750
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWipers are slow

  11. Fail79,833 miles (+4,926)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,833 miles
    Test number
    237994190523
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWipers are slow

  12. Pass74,907 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,907 miles
    Test number
    940191185767
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on nearside rear brake pipe

  13. Fail74,907 miles (+4,601)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,907 miles
    Test number
    926454639365
    • MajorNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering arm/rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported brake hose securing clip missing (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slight damage
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on nearside rear brake pipe

  14. Pass70,306 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,306 miles
    Test number
    459214614695
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror cracked

  15. Fail70,306 miles (+3,927)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,306 miles
    Test number
    634725151154
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryRattling inside catalitc convertor

  16. Pass66,379 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,379 miles
    Test number
    360618562357
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting broken away from pipe
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn low on the edges
    • AdvisoryEngine oil light on

  17. Fail66,379 miles (+4,182)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,379 miles
    Test number
    288718355577
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting broken away from pipe
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn low on the edges
    • AdvisoryEngine oil light on

  18. Pass62,197 miles (+15)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,197 miles
    Test number
    609038132673
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam
    • AdvisoryDamage to front number plate
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s door mirror glass
    • AdvisoryOil warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn to service limits
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to front brake hoses
    • AdvisorySome lift in o/s/f macpherson strut top mount

  19. Fail62,182 miles (+3,762)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    113722745288
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam
    • AdvisoryDamage to front number plate
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s door mirror glass
    • AdvisoryOil warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn to service limits
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to front brake hoses
    • AdvisorySome lift in o/s/f macpherson strut top mount

  20. Pass58,420 miles (+3,243)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,420 miles
    Test number
    930300292217
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear exhaust mounts
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn close to service limits
    • AdvisoryService wear to front brake discs and pads

  21. Pass55,177 miles (+2,069)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,177 miles
    Test number
    587870474129
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers have light misting
    • NoteDamage to o/s sill
    • NoteService wear to all brake discs
    • NoteSome corrosion to rear axle beam
    • NoteSome uneven wear to front tyres

  22. Pass53,108 miles (+3,019)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,108 miles
    Test number
    586147073157
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers weaping oil
    • NoteFront brake pads appear close to service limits
    • NoteFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • NoteInsecure child seat n/s/f
    • NoteSome deterioration to front suspension arm bushes
    • NoteVarious small chips on windscreen

  23. Pass50,089 miles (+2,964)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,089 miles
    Test number
    157814572152
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s outer sill damaged
    • NoteSome corrosion to rear axle beam
    • NoteSome deterioration to rear axle beam bushes

  24. Pass47,125 miles (+3,045)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,125 miles
    Test number
    417408071187
    • NoteBoth front wishbone inner arm bushes deteriorating
    • NoteRear brake pads appear to be wearing low
    • NoteSome corrosion to rear beam
    • NoteSome damage to o/s sill
    • NoteSome deterioration to rear axle beam bushes

  25. Pass44,080 miles (+2,468)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,080 miles
    Test number
    301770480114
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn to limits and deteriorating
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteSome damage to o/s sill
    • NoteSome runout in tread n/s/r tyre
    • NoteWiper blades poor

  26. Pass41,612 miles (+3,880)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,612 miles
    Test number
    690105679100
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  27. Pass37,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,732 miles
    Test number
    262539478402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail37,732 miles (+3,238)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,732 miles
    Test number
    121789878166
    • DangerousBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass34,494 miles (+3,319)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,494 miles
    Test number
    510467477162
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront No plate cracked

  30. Pass31,175 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,175 miles
    Test number
    212123396164
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat obviously incorrectly fitted
    • NoteFront No plate cracked

Questions about Y901 VHR

Does Y901 VHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y901 VHR is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y901 VHR?
The MOT on Y901 VHR is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y901 VHR done?
Y901 VHR was recorded at 102,731 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,576 miles a year.
Has Y901 VHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y901 VHR has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y901 VHR 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 VHR find?
Y901 VHR passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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