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Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y224 YKEMOT history

Y224 YKE is a beige petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 144,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

Y224 YKE beige Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
144,982 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y224 YKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y224 YKE was last recorded at 144,982 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,978 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,982 miles
  • 2025 – 144,978 miles
  • 2024 – 143,232 miles
  • 2023 – 139,676 miles
  • 2022 – 137,947 miles
  • 2021 – 135,793 miles
  • 2020 – 131,571 miles
  • 2019 – 124,963 miles
  • 2018 – 121,913 miles
  • 2017 – 119,481 miles
  • 2016 – 116,698 miles
  • 2015 – 113,609 miles
  • 2014 – 110,227 miles
  • 2013 – 104,834 miles
  • 2012 – 99,999 miles
  • 2011 – 96,625 miles
  • 2010 – 91,578 miles
  • 2009 – 85,805 miles
  • 2008 – 76,840 miles
  • 2007 – 69,805 miles
  • 2006 – 60,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,982 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,982 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    144,982 miles
    Test number
    340936663943
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass144,978 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    144,978 miles
    Test number
    397850888914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,972 miles (+1,740)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,972 miles
    Test number
    859921946089
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,232 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    143,232 miles
    Test number
    734736768270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail143,226 miles (+3,550)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,226 miles
    Test number
    919535181068
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,676 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    139,676 miles
    Test number
    128753455864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,947 miles (+2,154)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    137,947 miles
    Test number
    367995528208
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass135,793 miles (+4,222)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,793 miles
    Test number
    393451066359
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,571 miles
    Test number
    994238144808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail131,571 miles (+6,608)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,571 miles
    Test number
    727522112849
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass124,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,963 miles
    Test number
    160730046539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,963 miles (+3,050)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,963 miles
    Test number
    196824363303
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass121,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    121,913 miles
    Test number
    224305371861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail121,913 miles (+2,432)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,913 miles
    Test number
    801762689351
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass119,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    119,481 miles
    Test number
    294747536861
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail119,481 miles (+2,783)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,481 miles
    Test number
    376432056099
    • FailureCentral Front Inner 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass116,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    116,698 miles
    Test number
    565095223599
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail116,698 miles (+3,089)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,698 miles
    Test number
    584674485881
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass113,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,609 miles
    Test number
    124023016164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail113,609 miles (+3,382)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,609 miles
    Test number
    320620692822
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber has negligibkle damping effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  21. Pass110,227 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,227 miles
    Test number
    976492654260
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteMain beam bulb insecure
    • NoteOffside inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged
    • NoteService light on

  22. Fail110,226 miles (+5,392)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,226 miles
    Test number
    405782654261
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteMain beam bulb insecure
    • NoteOffside inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged
    • NoteService light on

  23. Pass104,834 miles (+4,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    104,834 miles
    Test number
    295417963286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass99,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    99,999 miles
    Test number
    687492562283
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail99,999 miles (+3,374)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,999 miles
    Test number
    698892262200
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass96,625 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    96,625 miles
    Test number
    266499061263
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Fail96,625 miles (+5,047)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,625 miles
    Test number
    287529261244
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass91,578 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,578 miles
    Test number
    412150260269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Fail91,578 miles (+5,773)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,578 miles
    Test number
    191657350225
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Fail85,805 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,805 miles
    Test number
    183909759245
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  31. Pass85,805 miles (+8,965)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,805 miles
    Test number
    790799459210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass76,840 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,840 miles
    Test number
    514493068268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass69,805 miles (+9,703)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    69,805 miles
    Test number
    673897947257
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  34. Pass60,102 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    60,102 miles
    Test number
    134819846222
    • NoteFront index damaged †screen cracked †n/s/r is fitted with child seat †rear tyres are 2mm - 195/65/15/91/vr †ex bracket is broken †sils are pushed in †

Questions about Y224 YKE

Does Y224 YKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y224 YKE is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y224 YKE?
The MOT on Y224 YKE is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y224 YKE done?
Y224 YKE was recorded at 144,982 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 4,235 miles a year.
Has Y224 YKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y224 YKE has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y224 YKE 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 Y224 YKE find?
Y224 YKE passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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