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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y228 TLHMOT history

Y228 TLH is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

Y228 TLH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2024
Mileage
177,667 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y228 TLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y228 TLH was last recorded at 177,667 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 12,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,217 miles · 3 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
12,450 miles
Average per year
7,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 177,667 miles
  • 2022 – 165,217 miles
  • 2021 – 151,612 miles
  • 2020 – 142,296 miles
  • 2019 – 139,258 miles
  • 2018 – 136,197 miles
  • 2017 – 134,096 miles
  • 2016 – 131,789 miles
  • 2015 – 129,767 miles
  • 2014 – 125,708 miles
  • 2013 – 109,618 miles
  • 2012 – 100,643 miles
  • 2011 – 91,420 miles
  • 2008 – 73,066 miles
  • 2007 – 62,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,667 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Covered in oil (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Covered in oil (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emissions carbon monoxide just met default limits
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside -Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside front windscreen wiper slightly loose
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside -On the limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,667 miles4 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    177,667 miles
    Test number
    395316873395
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Covered in oil (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Covered in oil (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions carbon monoxide just met default limits
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside -Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front windscreen wiper slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside -On the limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail177,667 miles (+12,450)5 major4 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,667 miles
    Test number
    955383949135
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Covered in oil (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Covered in oil (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions carbon monoxide just met default limits
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside -Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front windscreen wiper slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside -On the limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass165,217 miles (+13,605)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    165,217 miles
    Test number
    127048922830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component both steering rack gaitors (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on limits!! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass151,612 miles (+9,316)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    151,612 miles
    Test number
    506112816837
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass142,296 miles (+3,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    142,296 miles
    Test number
    362882000845
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass139,258 miles (+3,061)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    139,258 miles
    Test number
    260064619293
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,197 miles (+2,101)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    136,197 miles
    Test number
    564370092646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass134,096 miles (+2,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,096 miles
    Test number
    981380674198
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  9. Pass131,789 miles (+2,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    131,789 miles
    Test number
    855405993310
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arch covers damaged

  10. Pass129,767 miles (+4,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    129,767 miles
    Test number
    443499893269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing damaged

  11. Pass125,708 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,708 miles
    Test number
    988369344220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail125,706 miles (+6,592)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,706 miles
    Test number
    215938444242
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass119,114 miles (+9,496)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    119,114 miles
    Test number
    569886704056
    • NoteBoth front suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in front anti roll bar bushes

  14. Pass109,618 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    109,618 miles
    Test number
    926844703038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail109,618 miles (+8,975)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,618 miles
    Test number
    246183203090
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass100,643 miles9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    100,643 miles
    Test number
    997345202001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken

  17. Fail100,643 miles (+9,223)1 failure9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,643 miles
    Test number
    855155102015
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken

  18. Pass91,420 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    91,420 miles
    Test number
    167364501438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise both front brake discs worn

  19. Fail91,420 miles (+18,354)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,420 miles
    Test number
    108494901040
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise both front brake discs worn

  20. Pass73,066 miles (+10,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    73,066 miles
    Test number
    604973658338
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass62,744 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,744 miles
    Test number
    263475918087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    62,609 miles
    Test number
    282240587109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,609 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,609 miles
    Test number
    920600487149
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about Y228 TLH

Does Y228 TLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y228 TLH expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y228 TLH?
The MOT on Y228 TLH expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y228 TLH done?
Y228 TLH was recorded at 177,667 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 7,108 miles a year.
Has Y228 TLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y228 TLH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y228 TLH 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 Y228 TLH find?
Y228 TLH passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 4 minor defects and 15 advisories: central obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt covered in oil; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt covered in oil, and 16 more.

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