G8YBS - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 16 days ago
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Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 14 MOT tests
The 2012 Volkswagen Golf G8YBS is a black diesel vehicle with a 1598cc engine. It was first registered in January 2012 and has a recorded mileage of 93,759 miles. The car is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, which expires in July 2026. The latest MOT test was conducted in July 2025. Advisory notes include worn front tyres close to the legal limit on both nearside and offside. No other mechanical issues are noted from the MOT.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
14
Passed Tests
11
Failed Tests
3
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 03 July 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,759 mi
Expires: 06 July 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 05 July 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,392 mi
Expires: 06 July 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Passed - 07 July 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,218 mi
Expires: 06 July 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 30 June 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,022 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 20 June 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,699 mi
Expires: 29 June 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 23 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,614 mi
Expires: 29 June 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 30 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,609 mi
Expires: 29 June 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory o/s doors damaged
Passed - 29 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,562 mi
Expires: 18 October 2020
Passed - 14 April 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,786 mi
Expires: 18 April 2019
Passed - 15 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,232 mi
Expires: 18 April 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 15 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,232 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 19 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,204 mi
Expires: 18 April 2017
Passed - 01 December 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,136 mi
Expires: 30 November 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Failed - 01 December 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,136 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for G8YBS?
The MOT expires on 06 July 2026.
What is the tax status of G8YBS?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 August 2026.
What are the specifications of G8YBS?
This is a 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF in Black. It runs on Diesel with a 1598cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of G8YBS?
This vehicle produces 123 g/km of CO2 emissions.