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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y209 XJBMOT history

Y209 XJB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 125,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2023.

Y209 XJB blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2024
Mileage
125,869 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y209 XJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y209 XJB was last recorded at 125,869 miles on 18 Nov 2023, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,783 miles · 27 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
4,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 125,869 miles
  • 2022 – 121,543 miles
  • 2021 – 119,291 miles
  • 2020 – 117,766 miles
  • 2019 – 112,320 miles
  • 2018 – 106,175 miles
  • 2017 – 95,588 miles
  • 2016 – 95,518 miles
  • 2015 – 86,995 miles
  • 2014 – 80,702 miles
  • 2013 – 71,067 miles
  • 2012 – 66,418 miles
  • 2011 – 60,688 miles
  • 2010 – 56,820 miles
  • 2009 – 52,245 miles
  • 2008 – 46,260 miles
  • 2007 – 41,864 miles
  • 2006 – 38,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,869 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 rear and rear of main (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,869 miles
    Test number
    423401799652
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 rear and rear of main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail125,869 miles (+86)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,869 miles
    Test number
    220089144068
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 rear and rear of main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail125,783 miles (+4,240)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,783 miles
    Test number
    777242857609
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed oil pressure light flashing when revved (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle also unable to open from inside (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner rack ends slight play

  4. Pass121,543 miles (+2,252)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,543 miles
    Test number
    960761886834
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass119,291 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,291 miles
    Test number
    774529914888
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail119,291 miles (+1,525)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,291 miles
    Test number
    451539617566
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass117,766 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    117,766 miles
    Test number
    918576206152
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail117,749 miles (+196)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,749 miles
    Test number
    130871338721
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail117,553 miles (+5,233)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,553 miles
    Test number
    531533389877
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass112,320 miles (+6,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,320 miles
    Test number
    383658319990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,175 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    106,175 miles
    Test number
    795458481559
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail106,175 miles (+10,587)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,175 miles
    Test number
    961228957601
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass95,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    95,588 miles
    Test number
    385686691983
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Fail95,588 miles (+70)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,588 miles
    Test number
    136660905936
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail95,518 miles (+8,523)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,518 miles
    Test number
    257704483448
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear mounting bush split away from centre (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear mounting bush split away from centre (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view lens broken (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine noisey /knocking

  16. Pass86,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,995 miles
    Test number
    461704056500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,995 miles (+6,293)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,995 miles
    Test number
    599005880194
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass80,702 miles (+9,635)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,702 miles
    Test number
    997688924392
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass71,067 miles (+4,649)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    71,067 miles
    Test number
    117782063249
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads becoming low
    • NoteCheck n/s/r inner brake pad next 2000 miles
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm rear vertical bush becoming worn
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread becoming low in places
    • NoteSlight brake bind to o/s/r

  20. Pass66,418 miles (+5,730)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,418 miles
    Test number
    239253562290
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wall perished
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding slightly

  21. Pass60,688 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,688 miles
    Test number
    768042881165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    56,820 miles
    Test number
    790604810218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,898 miles (+17,653)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,898 miles
    Test number
    152264710222
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass52,245 miles (+5,985)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,245 miles
    Test number
    500925379165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,260 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,260 miles
    Test number
    290248078127
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass46,260 miles (+4,396)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    46,260 miles
    Test number
    694338278156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,864 miles (+2,979)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,864 miles
    Test number
    234490887449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,885 miles
    Test number
    212791576464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y209 XJB

Does Y209 XJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y209 XJB expired on 17 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y209 XJB?
The MOT on Y209 XJB expired on 17 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y209 XJB done?
Y209 XJB was recorded at 125,869 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2023, an average of 4,995 miles a year.
Has Y209 XJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y209 XJB has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y209 XJB 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 Y209 XJB find?
Y209 XJB passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 rear and rear of main; coil spring corroded front and rear.

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