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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y212 OWCMOT history

Y212 OWC is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 258,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

Y212 OWC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
258,972 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
10,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y212 OWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y212 OWC was last recorded at 258,972 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
258,759 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
213 miles
Average per year
10,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 258,972 miles
  • 2024 – 253,813 miles
  • 2023 – 246,683 miles
  • 2022 – 240,526 miles
  • 2021 – 233,798 miles
  • 2020 – 226,393 miles
  • 2019 – 218,641 miles
  • 2018 – 207,530 miles
  • 2017 – 191,614 miles
  • 2016 – 176,616 miles
  • 2015 – 161,021 miles
  • 2014 – 147,161 miles
  • 2013 – 133,887 miles
  • 2012 – 120,754 miles
  • 2011 – 106,810 miles
  • 2010 – 96,587 miles
  • 2009 – 87,917 miles
  • 2008 – 78,558 miles
  • 2007 – 71,600 miles
  • 2006 – 63,187 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,972 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in a poor condition (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in a poor condition (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rusted around outer bushes but visual and using mot tool that, the metal at the time off test is ok. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear both bump stops separatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear bump stop separated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass258,972 miles (+213)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    258,972 miles
    Test number
    946948943873
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in a poor condition (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in a poor condition (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rusted around outer bushes but visual and using mot tool that, the metal at the time off test is ok. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both bump stops separated
  2. Fail258,759 miles (+4,946)4 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,759 miles
    Test number
    876819188169
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting on floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in a poor condition (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in a poor condition (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rusted around outer bushes but visual and using mot tool that, the metal at the time off test is ok. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both bump stops separated
  3. Pass253,813 miles20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    253,813 miles
    Test number
    679545810997
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor gromet hole rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from small flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill rusted and has a rusted hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from small flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop separated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened shows redness (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very poor condition (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light fails to illuminate
  4. Fail253,813 miles (+7,130)3 major20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,813 miles
    Test number
    940310714627
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor gromet hole rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from small flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill rusted and has a rusted hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from small flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop separated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened shows redness (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very poor condition (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light fails to illuminate
  5. Pass246,683 miles19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    246,683 miles
    Test number
    293458586091
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill rusted hole at the front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop separated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light fails to illuminate (pre 2008 car)
  6. Fail246,683 miles (+378)1 dangerous3 major20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,683 miles
    Test number
    576068742089
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill rusted hole at the front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop separated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light fails to illuminate (pre 2008 car)
  7. Fail246,305 miles (+5,779)1 dangerous4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,305 miles
    Test number
    946755878449
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush both sides at front worn/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has small cuts present and is cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leaking heavily from engine, turbo and assorted pipework (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light fails to illuminate (pre 2008 car)
  8. Pass240,526 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    240,526 miles
    Test number
    183696183489
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail240,522 miles (+6,724)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,522 miles
    Test number
    904751300421
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass233,798 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    233,798 miles
    Test number
    498180874452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill holed/corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail233,798 miles (+7,405)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,798 miles
    Test number
    993948076722
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill holed/corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass226,393 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    226,393 miles
    Test number
    672809106324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Fail226,393 miles (+7,752)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,393 miles
    Test number
    909333291315
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Pass218,641 miles (+11,111)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    218,641 miles
    Test number
    838863689708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass207,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    207,530 miles
    Test number
    134180464403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail207,530 miles (+15,916)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,530 miles
    Test number
    310459067160
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  17. Pass191,614 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    191,614 miles
    Test number
    413477256465
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished
  18. Fail191,605 miles (+14,989)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,605 miles
    Test number
    686269278259
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished
  19. Pass176,616 miles (+15,595)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    176,616 miles
    Test number
    910751458035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass161,021 miles (+13,860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    161,021 miles
    Test number
    745353855182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass147,161 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    147,161 miles
    Test number
    288037754123
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Fail147,161 miles (+13,274)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,161 miles
    Test number
    678347154175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  23. Pass133,887 miles (+13,133)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    133,887 miles
    Test number
    219915353190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers sponge fixings insecure
  24. Pass120,754 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    120,754 miles
    Test number
    376141072179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r seat buckle casing cracked
  25. Fail120,754 miles (+13,944)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,754 miles
    Test number
    407641172178
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r seat buckle casing cracked
  26. Pass106,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    106,810 miles
    Test number
    905312251156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail106,810 miles (+10,223)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,810 miles
    Test number
    838601551162
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  28. Pass96,587 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    96,587 miles
    Test number
    524965360178
    • NoteRear brake disc/s slightly pitted
  29. Fail96,587 miles (+8,670)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,587 miles
    Test number
    331738650156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake disc/s slightly pitted
  30. Pass87,917 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,917 miles
    Test number
    823556569113
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  31. Fail87,917 miles (+9,359)1 dangerous1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,917 miles
    Test number
    250883769163
    • DangerousBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  32. Pass78,558 miles (+6,958)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,558 miles
    Test number
    232729648496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass71,600 miles (+8,413)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    71,600 miles
    Test number
    874533167149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass63,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,187 miles
    Test number
    672721356113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y212 OWC

Does Y212 OWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y212 OWC is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y212 OWC?
The MOT on Y212 OWC is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y212 OWC done?
Y212 OWC was recorded at 258,972 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 10,062 miles a year.
Has Y212 OWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y212 OWC has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y212 OWC 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 Y212 OWC find?
Y212 OWC passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 18 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides; nearside front lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 15 more.

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