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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y208 UHRMOT history

Y208 UHR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 203,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2023.

Y208 UHR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2024
Mileage
203,648 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y208 UHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y208 UHR was last recorded at 203,648 miles on 20 Jun 2023, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,475 miles · 13 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
9,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 203,648 miles
  • 2022 – 194,198 miles
  • 2021 – 184,199 miles
  • 2020 – 175,553 miles
  • 2019 – 168,711 miles
  • 2018 – 160,566 miles
  • 2017 – 148,476 miles
  • 2016 – 138,077 miles
  • 2015 – 127,560 miles
  • 2014 – 116,021 miles
  • 2013 – 105,335 miles
  • 2012 – 94,383 miles
  • 2011 – 85,377 miles
  • 2010 – 81,076 miles
  • 2009 – 68,883 miles
  • 2008 – 57,921 miles
  • 2007 – 49,195 miles
  • 2006 – 40,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,648 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Eml light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,648 miles (+173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    203,648 miles
    Test number
    955461533548
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail203,475 miles (+9,277)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,475 miles
    Test number
    592689150827
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,198 miles (+85)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    194,198 miles
    Test number
    407268187308
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail194,113 miles (+9,914)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,113 miles
    Test number
    252851713510
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass184,199 miles (+8,646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    184,199 miles
    Test number
    958879204208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass175,553 miles (+77)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    175,553 miles
    Test number
    265702813907
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail175,476 miles (+6,765)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,476 miles
    Test number
    347903367679
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Side repeater not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass168,711 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    168,711 miles
    Test number
    491420285544
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge completely smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail168,711 miles (+8,145)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,711 miles
    Test number
    571149632536
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge completely smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass160,566 miles (+172)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    160,566 miles
    Test number
    319917342584
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail160,394 miles (+11,918)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,394 miles
    Test number
    870570663275
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass148,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    148,476 miles
    Test number
    992849055676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail148,476 miles (+10,399)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,476 miles
    Test number
    338654308837
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass138,077 miles (+10,517)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,077 miles
    Test number
    567368700165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass127,560 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    127,560 miles
    Test number
    118008505268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  16. Fail127,560 miles (+11,539)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,560 miles
    Test number
    169478005213
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  17. Pass116,021 miles (+10,686)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    116,021 miles
    Test number
    698682784196
    • NoteChild seat fitted to n/s/r seat at time of test unable to test seat belt
    • NoteO/s/r tyre low on tread and wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass105,335 miles (+10,952)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,335 miles
    Test number
    349706103405
    • NoteFront brake disc's are lipped and corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to perish
    • NoteRear brake disc's are badly lipped and corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  19. Pass94,383 miles (+9,006)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,383 miles
    Test number
    459409802298
    • NoteFront brake disc's badly lipped and corroded
    • NoteRear brake disc's badly lipped and corroded

  20. Pass85,377 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,377 miles
    Test number
    646775851285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise front and rear brake discs worn

  21. Fail85,376 miles (+4,300)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    898318041297
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise front and rear brake discs worn

  22. Pass81,076 miles (+12,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,076 miles
    Test number
    371671670466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass68,883 miles (+10,962)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,883 miles
    Test number
    223575419224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,921 miles (+8,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,921 miles
    Test number
    454508498029
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass49,195 miles (+8,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    49,195 miles
    Test number
    793045597021
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass40,783 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,783 miles
    Test number
    153046596409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about Y208 UHR

Does Y208 UHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y208 UHR expired on 22 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y208 UHR?
The MOT on Y208 UHR expired on 22 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y208 UHR done?
Y208 UHR was recorded at 203,648 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2023, an average of 9,466 miles a year.
Has Y208 UHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y208 UHR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y208 UHR 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 Y208 UHR find?
Y208 UHR passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2023 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive.

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