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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y198 JLSMOT history

Y198 JLS is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2022.

Y198 JLS silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2023
Mileage
102,460 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y198 JLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y198 JLS was last recorded at 102,460 miles on 16 Sept 2022, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Sept 2021: 97,497 miles, lower than 97,498 miles on 9 Sept 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
102,441 miles · 9 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
3,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 102,460 miles
  • 2021 – 97,497 miles
  • 2020 – 96,008 miles
  • 2019 – 94,429 miles
  • 2018 – 92,654 miles
  • 2017 – 91,338 miles
  • 2016 – 88,902 miles
  • 2015 – 86,598 miles
  • 2014 – 84,341 miles
  • 2013 – 81,985 miles
  • 2012 – 80,057 miles
  • 2011 – 77,754 miles
  • 2010 – 73,993 miles
  • 2009 – 68,148 miles
  • 2008 – 61,823 miles
  • 2007 – 54,424 miles
  • 2006 – 45,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,460 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,460 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,460 miles
    Test number
    593333187990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail102,441 miles (+4,944)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,441 miles
    Test number
    892001460394
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass97,497 miles (-1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,497 miles
    Test number
    263284230525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail97,498 miles (+1,490)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,498 miles
    Test number
    297342275188
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass96,008 miles (+1,579)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,008 miles
    Test number
    839974866527
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,429 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,429 miles
    Test number
    532984561937
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,429 miles (+1,775)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,429 miles
    Test number
    341314739472
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass92,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    92,654 miles
    Test number
    622167288620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,654 miles (+1,316)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,654 miles
    Test number
    679183211736
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass91,338 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    91,338 miles
    Test number
    588048488344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,902 miles
    Test number
    182860809556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,902 miles (+2,304)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,902 miles
    Test number
    461972317257
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass86,598 miles (+2,257)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,598 miles
    Test number
    202814145191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,341 miles
    Test number
    706754744260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,341 miles (+2,356)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,341 miles
    Test number
    309822844417
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass81,985 miles (+1,928)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    689553543215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,057 miles (+2,303)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    80,057 miles
    Test number
    839484552277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,754 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,754 miles
    Test number
    226311051256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,993 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    73,993 miles
    Test number
    214625690427
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail73,993 miles (+5,845)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,993 miles
    Test number
    970845490138
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass68,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,148 miles
    Test number
    104879389182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,148 miles (+6,325)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,148 miles
    Test number
    354019789130
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass61,823 miles (+7,399)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,823 miles
    Test number
    964681098162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,424 miles (+8,547)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,424 miles
    Test number
    150490287109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,877 miles
    Test number
    471535296161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y198 JLS

Does Y198 JLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y198 JLS expired on 15 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y198 JLS?
The MOT on Y198 JLS expired on 15 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y198 JLS done?
Y198 JLS was recorded at 102,460 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2022, an average of 3,498 miles a year.
Has Y198 JLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y198 JLS has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y198 JLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y198 JLS find?
Y198 JLS passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear nail in tyre; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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