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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1991 · 2,792 cc

YAB 369MOT history

YAB 369 is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1991. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 140,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2025.

YAB 369 blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
140,773 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YAB 369
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
31 Dec 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

YAB 369 was last recorded at 140,773 miles on 18 Apr 2025, 617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,156 miles · 29 May 2020
Between the last two tests
617 miles
Average per year
3,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,773 miles
  • 2020 – 140,156 miles
  • 2018 – 137,206 miles
  • 2017 – 129,038 miles
  • 2016 – 120,605 miles
  • 2015 – 113,871 miles
  • 2014 – 113,839 miles
  • 2013 – 110,475 miles
  • 2012 – 106,370 miles
  • 2011 – 102,376 miles
  • 2010 – 97,689 miles
  • 2009 – 92,431 miles
  • 2008 – 83,272 miles
  • 2007 – 79,073 miles
  • 2006 – 77,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,773 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front tyre worn edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front tyre worn edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,773 miles (+617)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    140,773 miles
    Test number
    496722774213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,156 miles (+2,950)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    140,156 miles
    Test number
    263255797446
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass137,206 miles (+8,168)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    137,206 miles
    Test number
    683529148851
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing all (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  4. Pass129,038 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    129,038 miles
    Test number
    491196306997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate missing
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber split

  5. Fail129,021 miles (+8,416)12 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,021 miles
    Test number
    695841844274
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported two ring rubbers missing (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear wishbone bolt loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear wishbone bolt loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate missing
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber split

  6. Pass120,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    120,605 miles
    Test number
    223937363749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,605 miles (+6,734)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,605 miles
    Test number
    373549491797
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  8. Pass113,871 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    113,871 miles
    Test number
    515080745074
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail113,871 miles (+32)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,871 miles
    Test number
    768160945055
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail113,839 miles (+3,364)8 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,839 miles
    Test number
    136756604231
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAuxillary belt frayed

  11. Pass110,475 miles (+64)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    110,475 miles
    Test number
    886655403287
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail110,411 miles (+4,041)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,411 miles
    Test number
    566038593108
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass106,370 miles (+321)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    106,370 miles
    Test number
    925840312257
    • NoteCoolant leak

  14. Fail106,049 miles (+3,673)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,049 miles
    Test number
    715929292163
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  15. Pass102,376 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    102,376 miles
    Test number
    887054091114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail102,351 miles (+4,662)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,351 miles
    Test number
    218463891176
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass97,689 miles (+98)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    97,689 miles
    Test number
    491463090112
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnable to open offside rear door from outside

  18. Fail97,591 miles (+5,160)5 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,591 miles
    Test number
    261116670112
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnable to open offside rear door from outside

  19. Pass92,431 miles (+142)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    92,431 miles
    Test number
    711873409246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle corroded

  20. Fail92,289 miles (+9,017)3 failures8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,289 miles
    Test number
    854155199115
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle corroded
    • NoteStrong smell of petrol vapour no leaks found

  21. Pass83,272 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    83,272 miles
    Test number
    474288568149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail83,272 miles (+4,199)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,272 miles
    Test number
    454968468123
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass79,073 miles (+1,591)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    79,073 miles
    Test number
    574992097035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass77,482 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    77,482 miles
    Test number
    393369526255
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about YAB 369

What vehicle is registration YAB 369 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YAB 369 on a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1991. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YAB 369 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on YAB 369 expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on YAB 369?
The MOT on YAB 369 expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has YAB 369 done?
YAB 369 was recorded at 140,773 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2025, an average of 3,390 miles a year.
Has YAB 369 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YAB 369 has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on YAB 369 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 YAB 369 find?
YAB 369 passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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