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White · Petrol · 1984 · 1,780 cc

B242 VYLMOT history

B242 VYL is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Apr 1984. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2024 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 140,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2023.

B242 VYL white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2024
Mileage
140,581 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2023
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B242 VYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,780 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
12 Apr 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2024
Latest MOT test
25 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

B242 VYL was last recorded at 140,581 miles on 25 May 2023, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,532 miles · 21 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,581 miles
  • 2022 – 140,532 miles
  • 2021 – 140,373 miles
  • 2020 – 139,807 miles
  • 2011 – 138,795 miles
  • 2010 – 137,431 miles
  • 2009 – 133,141 miles
  • 2008 – 129,088 miles
  • 2007 – 125,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,581 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryMain beam tell-tale not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

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.

  • Main beam tell tale not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Main beam tel tel not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,581 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,581 miles
    Test number
    152803530425
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell-tale not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail140,578 miles (+46)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,578 miles
    Test number
    852158060128
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell-tale not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass140,532 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    140,532 miles
    Test number
    281983843499
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell tale not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail140,532 miles (+159)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,532 miles
    Test number
    517699236035
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell tale not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,373 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    140,373 miles
    Test number
    385661361021
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell tale not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,372 miles (+565)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,372 miles
    Test number
    915080721377
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell tale not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,807 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    139,807 miles
    Test number
    726607944773
    • AdvisoryMain beam tel tel not working

  8. Fail139,807 miles (+1,012)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,807 miles
    Test number
    274363045400
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryMain beam tel tel not working

  9. Pass138,795 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    138,795 miles
    Test number
    288724301159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail138,795 miles (+1,364)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,795 miles
    Test number
    159794101119
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass137,431 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    137,431 miles
    Test number
    874508990033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSteering rack slightly notchy

  12. Fail137,430 miles (+4,289)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,430 miles
    Test number
    920668990007
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSteering rack slightly notchy

  13. Pass133,141 miles (+4,053)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    133,141 miles
    Test number
    753499319130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNear side front seat removed

  14. Pass129,088 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    129,088 miles
    Test number
    842435318143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,948 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    125,948 miles
    Test number
    131339007113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNO MAIN BEAM DASH LIGHT

  16. Fail125,948 miles1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,948 miles
    Test number
    113568807133
    • DangerousNO MAIN BEAM DASH LIGHT
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about B242 VYL

Does B242 VYL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B242 VYL expired on 24 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B242 VYL?
The MOT on B242 VYL expired on 24 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B242 VYL done?
B242 VYL was recorded at 140,581 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2023, an average of 909 miles a year.
Has B242 VYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B242 VYL has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2023.
Has the mileage on B242 VYL 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 B242 VYL find?
B242 VYL passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; fuel pipe/s corroded; main beam tell-tale not working, and 5 more.

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