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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y901 VRHMOT history

Y901 VRH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 120,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

Y901 VRH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
120,673 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y901 VRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y901 VRH was last recorded at 120,673 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 1,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,522 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,151 miles
Average per year
4,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 120,673 miles
  • 2023 – 119,522 miles
  • 2022 – 118,612 miles
  • 2021 – 116,818 miles
  • 2020 – 115,891 miles
  • 2019 – 114,399 miles
  • 2018 – 112,744 miles
  • 2017 – 109,702 miles
  • 2016 – 105,203 miles
  • 2015 – 101,051 miles
  • 2014 – 95,602 miles
  • 2013 – 89,059 miles
  • 2012 – 82,636 miles
  • 2011 – 76,674 miles
  • 2010 – 69,273 miles
  • 2009 – 63,665 miles
  • 2008 – 58,884 miles
  • 2007 – 53,464 miles
  • 2006 – 46,266 miles
  • 2005 – 39,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,673 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (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.

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,673 miles (+1,151)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    120,673 miles
    Test number
    431492699641
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass119,522 miles (+910)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,522 miles
    Test number
    487224269121
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass118,612 miles (+1,794)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    118,612 miles
    Test number
    450650055185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass116,818 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,818 miles
    Test number
    219726521786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,891 miles (+1,492)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,891 miles
    Test number
    590604149990
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass114,399 miles (+1,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,399 miles
    Test number
    970017720841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes joining to rack (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Pass112,744 miles (+3,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,744 miles
    Test number
    267082866436
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  8. Pass109,702 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    109,702 miles
    Test number
    690396332818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,203 miles (+4,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,203 miles
    Test number
    657992403577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy pipe (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass101,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,051 miles
    Test number
    739787007930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Fail101,051 miles (+5,449)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,051 miles
    Test number
    245184863191
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass95,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    95,602 miles
    Test number
    717948384263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,602 miles (+6,543)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,602 miles
    Test number
    156817684295
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Pass89,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,059 miles
    Test number
    758736693231
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Fail89,059 miles (+6,423)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,059 miles
    Test number
    137966993252
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  16. Pass82,636 miles (+5,962)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,636 miles
    Test number
    755971692212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    76,674 miles
    Test number
    105912891211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,674 miles (+7,401)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,674 miles
    Test number
    846212991224
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  19. Pass69,273 miles (+5,608)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,273 miles
    Test number
    994733090264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,665 miles (+4,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    63,665 miles
    Test number
    381886299264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass58,884 miles (+5,420)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,884 miles
    Test number
    162012288257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,464 miles (+7,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,464 miles
    Test number
    650104007351
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass46,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    794795706365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,266 miles (+7,107)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    244355506374
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass39,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    230558305324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y901 VRH

Does Y901 VRH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y901 VRH expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y901 VRH?
The MOT on Y901 VRH expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y901 VRH done?
Y901 VRH was recorded at 120,673 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 4,289 miles a year.
Has Y901 VRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y901 VRH has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on Y901 VRH 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 VRH find?
Y901 VRH passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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