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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y235 ULAMOT history

Y235 ULA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2023.

Y235 ULA blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2024
Mileage
109,446 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y235 ULA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y235 ULA was last recorded at 109,446 miles on 17 Nov 2023, 12,607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,839 miles · 11 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
12,607 miles
Average per year
4,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,446 miles
  • 2022 – 96,839 miles
  • 2021 – 95,363 miles
  • 2020 – 93,577 miles
  • 2019 – 89,964 miles
  • 2018 – 85,840 miles
  • 2017 – 81,907 miles
  • 2016 – 78,253 miles
  • 2015 – 74,333 miles
  • 2014 – 70,696 miles
  • 2013 – 67,217 miles
  • 2012 – 62,592 miles
  • 2011 – 58,242 miles
  • 2010 – 52,856 miles
  • 2009 – 47,497 miles
  • 2008 – 42,390 miles
  • 2007 – 36,726 miles
  • 2006 – 31,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,446 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • General corrosion under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,446 miles (+12,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,446 miles
    Test number
    532520962855
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass96,839 miles (+60)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,839 miles
    Test number
    809730615845
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes under-sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in under-seal

  3. Fail96,779 miles (+1,416)2 dangerous9 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,779 miles
    Test number
    654486457618
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF & OSF (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSR & OSR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 195/65r15 91H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded, not seriously weakened
    • AdvisorySteering components corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSF & OSF (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,363 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,363 miles
    Test number
    368572077832
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF and OSF (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSR and OSR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail95,363 miles (+1,786)1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,363 miles
    Test number
    286476769245
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF and OSF (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSR and OSR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass93,577 miles (+3,613)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,577 miles
    Test number
    880181874036
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass89,964 miles (+4,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,964 miles
    Test number
    824003181322
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass85,840 miles (+3,933)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    283011570474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass81,907 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,907 miles
    Test number
    797340470009
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail81,907 miles (+3,654)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,907 miles
    Test number
    590936026941
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass78,253 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,253 miles
    Test number
    681328483810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,333 miles
    Test number
    569722365032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,333 miles (+3,637)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,333 miles
    Test number
    639042765048
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Fail70,696 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    368364264093
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass70,696 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    615434664034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,217 miles (+4,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,217 miles
    Test number
    766411373071
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass62,592 miles (+4,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,592 miles
    Test number
    835554572015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass58,242 miles (+5,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,242 miles
    Test number
    629556861053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass52,856 miles (+5,359)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,856 miles
    Test number
    714941570008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,497 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,497 miles
    Test number
    343395169016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail47,497 miles (+5,107)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,497 miles
    Test number
    172855869452
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail42,390 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    151703278008
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass42,390 miles (+5,664)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    191443078492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,726 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,726 miles
    Test number
    234672977090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,182 miles
    Test number
    764241566010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail31,182 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,182 miles
    Test number
    472771466020
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about Y235 ULA

Does Y235 ULA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y235 ULA expired on 16 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y235 ULA?
The MOT on Y235 ULA expired on 16 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y235 ULA done?
Y235 ULA was recorded at 109,446 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2023, an average of 4,419 miles a year.
Has Y235 ULA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y235 ULA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y235 ULA 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 Y235 ULA find?
Y235 ULA passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2023 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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