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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y223 GDUMOT history

Y223 GDU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 227,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

Y223 GDU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
227,940 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y223 GDU
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
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y223 GDU was last recorded at 227,940 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,892 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
7,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 227,940 miles
  • 2024 – 224,876 miles
  • 2023 – 221,042 miles
  • 2022 – 217,229 miles
  • 2021 – 213,878 miles
  • 2019 – 210,611 miles
  • 2018 – 205,192 miles
  • 2017 – 200,788 miles
  • 2015 – 190,365 miles
  • 2014 – 178,960 miles
  • 2013 – 168,108 miles
  • 2012 – 159,045 miles
  • 2011 – 150,626 miles
  • 2010 – 140,755 miles
  • 2009 – 134,159 miles
  • 2008 – 125,886 miles
  • 2007 – 110,033 miles
  • 2006 – 88,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,940 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle beam bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,940 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    227,940 miles
    Test number
    390969686321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail227,892 miles (+3,016)10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,892 miles
    Test number
    190180496136
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm/bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass224,876 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    224,876 miles
    Test number
    751587248180
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle beam bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
  4. Fail224,874 miles (+3,832)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,874 miles
    Test number
    172960199862
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle beam bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
  5. Pass221,042 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    221,042 miles
    Test number
    646347026925
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail221,036 miles (+3,807)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,036 miles
    Test number
    118521405366
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass217,229 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    217,229 miles
    Test number
    854202711121
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail217,225 miles (+3,347)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,225 miles
    Test number
    536090061372
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached top mounting bush (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass213,878 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    213,878 miles
    Test number
    551772550706
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front anti roll bar d bushes
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  10. Fail213,878 miles (+3,267)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,878 miles
    Test number
    621016193708
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front anti roll bar d bushes
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  11. Pass210,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    210,611 miles
    Test number
    392035764876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner/ outer cv boots perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Fail210,611 miles (+5,419)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,611 miles
    Test number
    777885204350
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner/ outer cv boots perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Pass205,192 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    205,192 miles
    Test number
    470977337140
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Fail205,188 miles (+4,400)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,188 miles
    Test number
    671069781614
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass200,788 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    200,788 miles
    Test number
    108513302346
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle dirty
  16. Fail200,788 miles (+10,423)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,788 miles
    Test number
    194720285369
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle dirty
  17. Pass190,365 miles (+11,405)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    190,365 miles
    Test number
    318736365842
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  18. Pass178,960 miles (+10,852)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    178,960 miles
    Test number
    629033594270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall deterioated
  19. Pass168,108 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    168,108 miles
    Test number
    339960993414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • NoteNearside rear inner brake pad anti-rattle spring incorrectly located
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on outer sidewall
    • NoteSlight play in nearside inner rack joint
  20. Fail168,105 miles (+9,060)6 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,105 miles
    Test number
    707470393284
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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 wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • NoteNearside rear inner brake pad anti-rattle spring incorrectly located
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on outer sidewall
    • NoteSlight play in nearside inner rack joint
  21. Pass159,045 miles (+8,419)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    159,045 miles
    Test number
    125094182251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
  22. Pass150,626 miles (+9,871)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    150,626 miles
    Test number
    826255091259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass140,755 miles (+6,596)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    140,755 miles
    Test number
    300722190251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear discs heavily corroded but pull up ok on test
  24. Pass134,159 miles (+8,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    134,159 miles
    Test number
    440496989298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  25. Pass125,886 miles (+24)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    125,886 miles
    Test number
    380806798289
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front inner brake disc's are worn & pitted
  26. Fail125,862 miles (+15,829)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,862 miles
    Test number
    831555898222
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front suspension bushes slight movement
    • NoteSlight play in anti rollbar bushes
    • NoteSlight play in osf strut top brg
  27. Pass110,033 miles (+21,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    110,033 miles
    Test number
    400250657289
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass88,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    88,844 miles
    Test number
    141855986148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y223 GDU

Does Y223 GDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y223 GDU is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y223 GDU?
The MOT on Y223 GDU is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y223 GDU done?
Y223 GDU was recorded at 227,940 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 7,179 miles a year.
Has Y223 GDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y223 GDU has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y223 GDU 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 Y223 GDU find?
Y223 GDU passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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