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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y236 ADPMOT history

Y236 ADP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

Y236 ADP blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2026
Mileage
89,620 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y236 ADP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y236 ADP was last recorded at 89,620 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 8,640 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,980 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,640 miles
Average per year
3,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,620 miles
  • 2025 – 80,980 miles
  • 2024 – 70,168 miles
  • 2023 – 68,859 miles
  • 2022 – 67,159 miles
  • 2021 – 64,570 miles
  • 2020 – 63,287 miles
  • 2019 – 60,772 miles
  • 2017 – 56,493 miles
  • 2016 – 54,116 miles
  • 2015 – 51,987 miles
  • 2014 – 49,119 miles
  • 2013 – 45,744 miles
  • 2012 – 43,060 miles
  • 2011 – 39,904 miles
  • 2010 – 36,092 miles
  • 2008 – 30,842 miles
  • 2007 – 26,812 miles
  • 2006 – 22,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,620 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker dust covers worn
  • AdvisoryEngine light onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • N/s/r outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,620 miles (+8,640)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,620 miles
    Test number
    274151880763
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker dust covers worn
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  2. Pass80,980 miles (+13)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    80,980 miles
    Test number
    406514678991
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer sill
  3. Fail80,967 miles (+10,799)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,967 miles
    Test number
    306246939745
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer sill
  4. Pass70,168 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    70,168 miles
    Test number
    620721043948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail70,125 miles (+1,266)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    476766626569
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass68,859 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,859 miles
    Test number
    939063304807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to limits . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to limits . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to limits . (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail68,850 miles (+1,691)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,850 miles
    Test number
    617384229981
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to limits . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to limits . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to limits . (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass67,159 miles (+2,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,159 miles
    Test number
    846091281364
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight blow from rear box.
  9. Pass64,570 miles (+1,283)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,570 miles
    Test number
    183982235869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,287 miles (+2,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,287 miles
    Test number
    489622983380
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs slightly corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass60,772 miles (+4,279)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    60,772 miles
    Test number
    595252781789
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  12. Pass56,493 miles (+2,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,493 miles
    Test number
    685164678225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  13. Pass54,116 miles (+2,129)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,116 miles
    Test number
    379946228266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,987 miles (+2,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,987 miles
    Test number
    699455465007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
  15. Pass49,119 miles (+3,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,119 miles
    Test number
    517267964038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
  16. Pass45,744 miles (+2,684)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,744 miles
    Test number
    417237253013
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer - baffles breaking apart
  17. Pass43,060 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    43,060 miles
    Test number
    689414752022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,050 miles (+3,146)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,050 miles
    Test number
    706392852053
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass39,904 miles (+3,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,904 miles
    Test number
    708343651043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass36,092 miles (+5,250)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,092 miles
    Test number
    121580160493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,842 miles (+4,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,842 miles
    Test number
    170754988182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass26,812 miles (+4,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,812 miles
    Test number
    104707387106
    • 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)
  23. Pass22,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,748 miles
    Test number
    901841766161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y236 ADP

Does Y236 ADP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y236 ADP expired on 7 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y236 ADP?
The MOT on Y236 ADP expired on 7 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y236 ADP done?
Y236 ADP was recorded at 89,620 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 3,380 miles a year.
Has Y236 ADP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y236 ADP has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y236 ADP 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 Y236 ADP find?
Y236 ADP failed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 11 more.

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