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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y226 BPKMOT history

Y226 BPK is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 157,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2025.

Y226 BPK grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2026
Mileage
157,220 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 BPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 BPK was last recorded at 157,220 miles on 8 Sept 2025, 3,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,616 miles · 19 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,604 miles
Average per year
3,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,220 miles
  • 2024 – 153,616 miles
  • 2023 – 148,256 miles
  • 2022 – 147,789 miles
  • 2021 – 145,094 miles
  • 2020 – 143,491 miles
  • 2019 – 141,942 miles
  • 2018 – 139,010 miles
  • 2017 – 136,088 miles
  • 2016 – 133,086 miles
  • 2015 – 127,787 miles
  • 2014 – 123,390 miles
  • 2013 – 119,543 miles
  • 2012 – 115,964 miles
  • 2010 – 112,355 miles
  • 2009 – 110,354 miles
  • 2008 – 105,764 miles
  • 2007 – 99,497 miles
  • 2006 – 92,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,220 miles
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,220 miles (+3,604)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    157,220 miles
    Test number
    290968917890
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass153,616 miles (+5,360)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    153,616 miles
    Test number
    162828046371
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass148,256 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    148,256 miles
    Test number
    436498631293
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail148,253 miles (+464)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,253 miles
    Test number
    257392071811
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass147,789 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    147,789 miles
    Test number
    921203248115
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))

  6. Fail147,789 miles (+2,695)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,789 miles
    Test number
    965827312898
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))

  7. Pass145,094 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    145,094 miles
    Test number
    722400762875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,491 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,491 miles
    Test number
    659801796070
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail143,490 miles (+1,548)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,490 miles
    Test number
    209570924695
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass141,942 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    141,942 miles
    Test number
    190651407988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass139,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    139,010 miles
    Test number
    740982071022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail139,009 miles (+2,921)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,009 miles
    Test number
    773903843156
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass136,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    136,088 miles
    Test number
    321983668767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail136,087 miles (+3,001)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,087 miles
    Test number
    651899326696
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass133,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    133,086 miles
    Test number
    548593803757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,086 miles (+5,299)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,086 miles
    Test number
    339093929276
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass127,787 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    127,787 miles
    Test number
    837981925075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,390 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    123,390 miles
    Test number
    556438324099
    • NoteOff side front shock absorber not working

  19. Fail123,389 miles (+3,846)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,389 miles
    Test number
    778868224075
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOff side front shock absorber not working

  20. Pass119,543 miles (+3,579)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    119,543 miles
    Test number
    157350413452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,964 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    115,964 miles
    Test number
    198074422045
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteN/s inner cv gaiter deteriorating

  22. Fail115,964 miles (+3,609)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,964 miles
    Test number
    235304522077
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteN/s inner cv gaiter deteriorating

  23. Pass112,355 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    112,355 miles
    Test number
    271018570249
    • NoteWhite powder corrosion noted to brake pipes

  24. Fail112,354 miles (+2,000)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,354 miles
    Test number
    812557060242
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteWhite powder corrosion noted to brake pipes

  25. Pass110,354 miles (+4,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    110,354 miles
    Test number
    964439999262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass105,764 miles (+3,721)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    105,764 miles
    Test number
    380201408323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass102,043 miles (+2,546)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    102,043 miles
    Test number
    553733938059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass99,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,497 miles
    Test number
    533510997170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail99,497 miles (+7,193)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,497 miles
    Test number
    374420497125
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  30. Pass92,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    92,304 miles
    Test number
    181944076121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y226 BPK

Does Y226 BPK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 BPK expired on 7 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 BPK?
The MOT on Y226 BPK expired on 7 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 BPK done?
Y226 BPK was recorded at 157,220 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2025, an average of 3,379 miles a year.
Has Y226 BPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 BPK has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y226 BPK 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 Y226 BPK find?
Y226 BPK passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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