The road tax status for Y486 BCV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for Y486 BCV?

The MOT for Y486 BCV is valid and due for renewal on or before 25 June 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of Y486 BCV?

The recorded mileage for Y486 BCV is 147,818 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is Y486 BCV ULEZ compliant?

No, Y486 BCV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · Y486 BCV

Y486 BCV

2001 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 23/04/2001. Recorded mileage 147,818 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2001 · Leeds
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 25/06/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 147,818 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 25/06/2026

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Mileage: 147,818 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2001
Engine: 1598cc

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Y486 BCV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 27/06/2025
147,818 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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Y486 BCV Mileage History

11/05/2023113,301 mi
18/06/2024134,143 mi+20,842 mi
26/06/2024134,143 mi
24/06/2025147,818 mi+13,675 mi
27/06/2025147,818 mi

Average of roughly 16,201 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Y486 BCV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 09:37

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volkswagen Golf (Y486 BCV) between May 2023 and June 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested Due to cord showing on tyres and both front lower ball joints (1.2.1 (g))”.

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