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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y209 MHUMOT history

Y209 MHU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 193,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2023.

Y209 MHU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2024
Mileage
193,711 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y209 MHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y209 MHU was last recorded at 193,711 miles on 27 Jun 2023, 329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2007: 6,057 miles, lower than 53,572 miles on 24 May 2006.

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
193,382 miles · 21 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
329 miles
Average per year
8,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 193,711 miles
  • 2022 – 183,082 miles
  • 2021 – 171,002 miles
  • 2020 – 162,833 miles
  • 2019 – 155,427 miles
  • 2018 – 143,515 miles
  • 2017 – 129,834 miles
  • 2016 – 121,941 miles
  • 2015 – 115,324 miles
  • 2014 – 110,791 miles
  • 2013 – 106,148 miles
  • 2012 – 93,872 miles
  • 2011 – 88,063 miles
  • 2010 – 78,834 miles
  • 2009 – 72,112 miles
  • 2008 – 66,772 miles
  • 2007 – 60,607 miles
  • 2006 – 53,572 miles
  • 2005 – 45,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,711 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,711 miles (+329)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    193,711 miles
    Test number
    321751490536
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail193,382 miles (+10,300)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,382 miles
    Test number
    789690642991
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass183,082 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    183,082 miles
    Test number
    658394580482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail183,072 miles (+12,070)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,072 miles
    Test number
    464809840955
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illumunated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass171,002 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    171,002 miles
    Test number
    459749050001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail170,646 miles (+7,813)4 dangerous3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,646 miles
    Test number
    701691763240
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached link bar lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached link bar lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Touching wheel arch on lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  7. Pass162,833 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    162,833 miles
    Test number
    964696142063
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail162,823 miles (+7,396)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,823 miles
    Test number
    731229489278
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass155,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    155,427 miles
    Test number
    564389791125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail155,427 miles (+11,912)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,427 miles
    Test number
    959566154323
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass143,515 miles (+13,681)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    143,515 miles
    Test number
    421070915108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass129,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    129,834 miles
    Test number
    766102365291
    • 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)

  13. Fail129,834 miles (+7,893)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,834 miles
    Test number
    612104159799
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  14. Pass121,941 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,941 miles
    Test number
    913817590674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail121,941 miles (+6,617)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,941 miles
    Test number
    594411911711
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass115,324 miles (+4,533)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,324 miles
    Test number
    868974855145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust mount incomplete.

  17. Pass110,791 miles (+4,643)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,791 miles
    Test number
    135593044141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass106,148 miles (+12,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,148 miles
    Test number
    627570033100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass93,872 miles (+5,809)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,872 miles
    Test number
    277669432107
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass88,063 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,063 miles
    Test number
    617366331121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,043 miles (+9,209)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,043 miles
    Test number
    395551431141
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass78,834 miles (+6,722)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,834 miles
    Test number
    210847540180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Pass72,112 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,112 miles
    Test number
    112193939152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly.

  24. Fail72,112 miles (+5,340)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,112 miles
    Test number
    420323739166
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly.

  25. Pass66,772 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    66,772 miles
    Test number
    223783448188
    • NoteN/s/f tyre show signs of wear on inner edge.

  26. Fail66,772 miles (+6,165)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,772 miles
    Test number
    440283948114
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre show signs of wear on inner edge.

  27. Pass60,607 miles (+54,550)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,607 miles
    Test number
    270392947447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail6,057 miles (-47,515)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,057 miles
    Test number
    714251347174
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  29. Pass53,572 miles (+8,074)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,572 miles
    Test number
    290454046187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    45,498 miles
    Test number
    390068355173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y209 MHU

Does Y209 MHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y209 MHU expired on 29 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y209 MHU?
The MOT on Y209 MHU expired on 29 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y209 MHU done?
Y209 MHU was recorded at 193,711 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2023, an average of 8,210 miles a year.
Has Y209 MHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y209 MHU has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y209 MHU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y209 MHU find?
Y209 MHU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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