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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y236 KLGMOT history

Y236 KLG is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 166,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2022.

Y236 KLG red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2022
Mileage
166,178 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y236 KLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y236 KLG was last recorded at 166,178 miles on 29 Jul 2022, 2,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,618 miles · 5 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,560 miles
Average per year
7,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,178 miles
  • 2021 – 163,618 miles
  • 2020 – 161,867 miles
  • 2019 – 157,697 miles
  • 2018 – 150,808 miles
  • 2017 – 146,943 miles
  • 2016 – 140,898 miles
  • 2015 – 135,911 miles
  • 2014 – 125,274 miles
  • 2013 – 116,723 miles
  • 2012 – 110,446 miles
  • 2011 – 100,952 miles
  • 2010 – 92,361 miles
  • 2008 – 65,911 miles
  • 2007 – 54,252 miles
  • 2006 – 44,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,178 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.9 (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail166,178 miles (+2,560)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,178 miles
    Test number
    292832278269
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.9 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,618 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    163,618 miles
    Test number
    559571229533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail163,617 miles (+1,750)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,617 miles
    Test number
    352751188323
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases leaks at joint and cat joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear beam front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front beam bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass161,867 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    161,867 miles
    Test number
    478098802871
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split in 2 places (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail161,865 miles (+4,168)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,865 miles
    Test number
    614180980713
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass157,697 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    157,697 miles
    Test number
    164980358648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail157,695 miles (+6,887)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,695 miles
    Test number
    959440852240
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass150,808 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    150,808 miles
    Test number
    595427999548
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail150,805 miles (+3,862)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,805 miles
    Test number
    213729449065
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass146,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    146,943 miles
    Test number
    357318011058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail146,942 miles (+6,044)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,942 miles
    Test number
    870769165971
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass140,898 miles (+4,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,898 miles
    Test number
    961242790408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass135,911 miles (+10,637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    135,911 miles
    Test number
    826889385159
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail125,274 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,274 miles
    Test number
    117130994133
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  15. Pass125,274 miles (+8,551)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    125,274 miles
    Test number
    889100294179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  16. Pass116,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,723 miles
    Test number
    349667893128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail116,723 miles (+6,277)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,723 miles
    Test number
    786557993106
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Pass110,446 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,446 miles
    Test number
    389297202419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail110,442 miles (+9,490)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,442 miles
    Test number
    585706002218
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass100,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    100,952 miles
    Test number
    287860851344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail100,952 miles (+8,591)2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,952 miles
    Test number
    738450151387
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteEngine oil on minimum level
    • NoteFront wipers smear
    • NoteFront wishbone bushes perished and worn
    • NoteOffside front seat belt frayed
    • NoteRear shock absorbers damp and corroded
    • NoteReverse lights not working

  22. Pass92,361 miles (+26,450)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,361 miles
    Test number
    423064650310
    • DangerousIncorrect speed rated tyres fitted to front wheels

  23. Fail65,911 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,911 miles
    Test number
    432132168123
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBelly pan fitted
    • NoteNear/side/rear tyre on limit and uneven wear
    • NoteSlight play in near/side track rod

  24. Pass65,911 miles (+11,659)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,911 miles
    Test number
    972052568169
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBelly pan fitted
    • NoteNear/side/rear tyre on limit and uneven wear
    • NoteSlight play in near/side track rod

  25. Pass54,252 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    192473877109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/front seatbelt twisted but not affecting the opperation

  26. Fail54,252 miles (+10,050)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    462603777123
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/front seatbelt twisted but not affecting the opperation

  27. Pass44,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,202 miles
    Test number
    714514176112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y236 KLG

Does Y236 KLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y236 KLG expired on 5 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y236 KLG?
The MOT on Y236 KLG expired on 5 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y236 KLG done?
Y236 KLG was recorded at 166,178 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2022, an average of 7,577 miles a year.
Has Y236 KLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y236 KLG has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y236 KLG 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 KLG find?
Y236 KLG failed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2022 with 4 major defects: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.9; nearside rear brake disc significantly and obviously worn; offside rear brake disc significantly and obviously worn, and 1 more.

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