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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y201 NLMMOT history

Y201 NLM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

Y201 NLM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2024
Mileage
99,909 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y201 NLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y201 NLM was last recorded at 99,909 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,353 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
556 miles
Average per year
3,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,909 miles
  • 2021 – 99,353 miles
  • 2020 – 94,436 miles
  • 2019 – 72,116 miles
  • 2018 – 66,686 miles
  • 2017 – 65,453 miles
  • 2016 – 63,917 miles
  • 2015 – 60,347 miles
  • 2014 – 52,572 miles
  • 2013 – 50,753 miles
  • 2012 – 49,499 miles
  • 2011 – 47,385 miles
  • 2010 – 45,448 miles
  • 2009 – 42,864 miles
  • 2008 – 41,626 miles
  • 2007 – 40,533 miles
  • 2006 – 37,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,909 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside worn to limit/offside worn low (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive top pcv hose split (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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 nail in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive oil residue engine area's

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn nearside & offside rear axle beam bushes deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine warning light is on outside of failure criteria

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,909 miles (+556)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,909 miles
    Test number
    476363154476
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside worn to limit/offside worn low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive top pcv hose split (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass99,353 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,353 miles
    Test number
    546934905289
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil residue engine area's (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn nearside & offside rear axle beam bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light is on outside of failure criteria

  3. Fail99,353 miles (+4,917)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,353 miles
    Test number
    265438503402
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil residue engine area's (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn nearside & offside rear axle beam bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light is on outside of failure criteria

  4. Pass94,436 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    94,436 miles
    Test number
    784032608785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,430 miles (+22,314)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,430 miles
    Test number
    697226029085
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,116 miles (+5,430)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,116 miles
    Test number
    161853891079
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass66,686 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,686 miles
    Test number
    165136575353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,453 miles
    Test number
    491101836559
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail65,453 miles (+1,536)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,453 miles
    Test number
    306585202755
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass63,917 miles (+3,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,917 miles
    Test number
    514701593069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass60,347 miles (+7,775)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,347 miles
    Test number
    127796385426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,572 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,572 miles
    Test number
    226585394028
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail52,572 miles (+1,819)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,572 miles
    Test number
    475854694028
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass50,753 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,753 miles
    Test number
    235848103428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,499 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,499 miles
    Test number
    997031302110
    • NoteBoth wiper blades poor condition

  16. Fail49,499 miles (+2,114)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,499 miles
    Test number
    175571402123
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades poor condition

  17. Pass47,385 miles (+1,937)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,385 miles
    Test number
    678634701129
    • NoteFront and rear number plates poor

  18. Pass45,448 miles (+2,584)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,448 miles
    Test number
    211513500172
    • NoteBoth front tyres nearing wear bars
    • NoteNearside rear tyre very close to limit

  19. Pass42,864 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,864 miles
    Test number
    401850119180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,626 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,626 miles
    Test number
    161754618175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,533 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,533 miles
    Test number
    291125317108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,598 miles
    Test number
    192417716109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y201 NLM

Does Y201 NLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y201 NLM expired on 2 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y201 NLM?
The MOT on Y201 NLM expired on 2 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y201 NLM done?
Y201 NLM was recorded at 99,909 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 3,715 miles a year.
Has Y201 NLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y201 NLM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y201 NLM 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 Y201 NLM find?
Y201 NLM passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; central obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens discoloured; rear windscreen wiper blade defective blade split, and 6 more.

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