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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

L99 YREMOT history

L99 YRE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 146,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2023.

L99 YRE silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2024
Mileage
146,969 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 YRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 YRE was last recorded at 146,969 miles on 19 Dec 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,969 miles · 18 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,969 miles
  • 2022 – 138,409 miles
  • 2021 – 119,921 miles
  • 2020 – 118,287 miles
  • 2019 – 116,218 miles
  • 2018 – 114,401 miles
  • 2017 – 112,194 miles
  • 2016 – 110,360 miles
  • 2015 – 108,457 miles
  • 2014 – 106,407 miles
  • 2013 – 104,117 miles
  • 2012 – 94,526 miles
  • 2011 – 85,037 miles
  • 2010 – 74,419 miles
  • 2009 – 62,989 miles
  • 2008 – 49,764 miles
  • 2007 – 38,351 miles
  • 2006 – 27,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,969 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,969 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    146,969 miles
    Test number
    493132666284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail146,969 miles (+8,560)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,969 miles
    Test number
    299814284410
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass138,409 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,409 miles
    Test number
    616952869082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail138,407 miles (+18,486)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,407 miles
    Test number
    384981447846
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass119,921 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,921 miles
    Test number
    112357015285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail119,919 miles (+1,632)3 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,919 miles
    Test number
    314800258649
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,287 miles (+2,069)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    118,287 miles
    Test number
    993737533850
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides- strut tops (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass116,218 miles (+1,817)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,218 miles
    Test number
    892097855122
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides- strut tops (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides- at axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose

  9. Pass114,401 miles (+2,207)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,401 miles
    Test number
    914081043606
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected back plate (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass112,194 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,194 miles
    Test number
    418312067651
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres cracking to tread

  11. Fail112,181 miles (+1,821)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,181 miles
    Test number
    992174133117
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot both sides- strut tops (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres cracking to tread

  12. Pass110,360 miles (+1,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,360 miles
    Test number
    842463037863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking to tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot strut top (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass108,457 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,457 miles
    Test number
    211169761541
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisorySmoke test was very high...

  14. Fail108,457 miles (+2,050)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,457 miles
    Test number
    354745667641
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisorySmoke test was very high...

  15. Pass106,407 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    106,407 miles
    Test number
    618095624366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail106,407 miles (+2,290)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,407 miles
    Test number
    969105224349
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail104,117 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,117 miles
    Test number
    287266023345
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass104,117 miles (+3,403)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    104,117 miles
    Test number
    469186123367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass100,714 miles (+6,188)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    100,714 miles
    Test number
    156873333056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,526 miles (+9,489)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    94,526 miles
    Test number
    455032742044
    • 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket in poor condition

  21. Pass85,037 miles (+10,618)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,037 miles
    Test number
    649173741035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,419 miles (+11,430)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    74,419 miles
    Test number
    341304240050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,989 miles (+13,225)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    62,989 miles
    Test number
    882285349065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,764 miles (+11,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,764 miles
    Test number
    212210048019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass38,351 miles (+10,714)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,351 miles
    Test number
    110838647017
    • NoteUndertray broken

  26. Pass27,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    27,637 miles
    Test number
    184411326013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 YRE

Does L99 YRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L99 YRE expired on 22 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L99 YRE?
The MOT on L99 YRE expired on 22 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L99 YRE done?
L99 YRE was recorded at 146,969 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2023, an average of 6,664 miles a year.
Has L99 YRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 YRE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L99 YRE 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 L99 YRE find?
L99 YRE passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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