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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y218 VGOMOT history

Y218 VGO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.

Y218 VGO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2023
Mileage
115,875 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y218 VGO
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
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y218 VGO was last recorded at 115,875 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,837 miles · 31 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
4,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,875 miles
  • 2021 – 110,556 miles
  • 2020 – 109,163 miles
  • 2019 – 106,299 miles
  • 2018 – 101,143 miles
  • 2017 – 96,932 miles
  • 2016 – 92,153 miles
  • 2015 – 87,712 miles
  • 2014 – 82,290 miles
  • 2013 – 77,642 miles
  • 2012 – 72,188 miles
  • 2011 – 65,691 miles
  • 2010 – 59,363 miles
  • 2009 – 53,913 miles
  • 2008 – 48,643 miles
  • 2007 – 45,339 miles
  • 2006 – 41,831 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,875 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe deteriatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear shock absorber shrouds insecure x 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,875 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,875 miles
    Test number
    472977138806
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe deteriated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail115,837 miles (+5,281)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,837 miles
    Test number
    210934207435
    • MajorEmissions not tested STOP sign was on the dash (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe deteriated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass110,556 miles (+1,393)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,556 miles
    Test number
    330350476568
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  4. Pass109,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,163 miles
    Test number
    613218865019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail109,163 miles (+2,864)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,163 miles
    Test number
    621475304756
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass106,299 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,299 miles
    Test number
    415642574530
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds insecure x 2

  7. Fail106,299 miles (+5,156)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,299 miles
    Test number
    770976354499
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds insecure x 2

  8. Pass101,143 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    101,143 miles
    Test number
    503715987760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,932 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,932 miles
    Test number
    741635937632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,153 miles (+4,441)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    92,153 miles
    Test number
    434827476517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,712 miles (+5,422)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,712 miles
    Test number
    209847575452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,290 miles (+4,648)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,290 miles
    Test number
    459285874161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,642 miles (+5,454)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,642 miles
    Test number
    105209063187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,188 miles (+6,497)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,188 miles
    Test number
    236030552136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,691 miles
    Test number
    217045561131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,691 miles (+6,328)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,691 miles
    Test number
    215815361187
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass59,363 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,363 miles
    Test number
    740979560120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,309 miles (+5,396)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,309 miles
    Test number
    501547060189
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass53,913 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    274654759113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail53,913 miles (+5,270)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    222404559126
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass48,643 miles (+3,304)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,643 miles
    Test number
    684688268169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass45,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,339 miles
    Test number
    933687477130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,339 miles (+3,508)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,339 miles
    Test number
    621307577165
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal soft

  24. Pass41,831 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,831 miles
    Test number
    700537176172
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly cracked.

Questions about Y218 VGO

Does Y218 VGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y218 VGO expired on 19 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y218 VGO?
The MOT on Y218 VGO expired on 19 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y218 VGO done?
Y218 VGO was recorded at 115,875 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 4,527 miles a year.
Has Y218 VGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y218 VGO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y218 VGO 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 Y218 VGO find?
Y218 VGO passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with 4 advisories: brake vacuum pipe deteriated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear seat belt slightly damaged, and 1 more.

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