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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y237 HWYMOT history

Y237 HWY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 114,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

Y237 HWY silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
114,566 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 HWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y237 HWY was last recorded at 114,566 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,546 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
4,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,566 miles
  • 2025 – 108,366 miles
  • 2024 – 104,813 miles
  • 2023 – 100,012 miles
  • 2022 – 98,271 miles
  • 2021 – 90,620 miles
  • 2020 – 89,439 miles
  • 2019 – 86,196 miles
  • 2017 – 86,078 miles
  • 2016 – 77,991 miles
  • 2015 – 66,397 miles
  • 2014 – 62,352 miles
  • 2013 – 57,876 miles
  • 2012 – 51,964 miles
  • 2011 – 48,263 miles
  • 2010 – 43,209 miles
  • 2009 – 39,258 miles
  • 2008 – 34,013 miles
  • 2007 – 28,980 miles
  • 2006 – 22,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,566 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Wipers slightly split.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner pad retaining clip fitted incorrectly.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,566 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    114,566 miles
    Test number
    902953594637
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail114,546 miles (+6,180)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,546 miles
    Test number
    732963261687
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,366 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,366 miles
    Test number
    891100241866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,813 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    104,813 miles
    Test number
    327924928697
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slightly split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner pad retaining clip fitted incorrectly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sidelight operating but is very dim.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nsr and osr brake pipes slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail104,796 miles (+4,784)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,796 miles
    Test number
    603125862171
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80/14. (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slightly split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner pad retaining clip fitted incorrectly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sidelight operating but is very dim.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished , 2.8 mil outer tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nsr and osr brake pipes slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass100,012 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,012 miles
    Test number
    636371398592
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail100,004 miles (+6)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    738976604718
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine speed won't stabalise (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail99,998 miles (+1,727)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,998 miles
    Test number
    896647304672
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass98,271 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,271 miles
    Test number
    794848687113
    • AdvisoryNSF and OSF upper strut top mountings worn
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF and NSR close to limit and edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail98,271 miles (+7,651)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,271 miles
    Test number
    615322664502
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Reset historic fault codes at time of test (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNSF and OSF upper strut top mountings worn
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF and NSR close to limit and edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass90,620 miles (+1,181)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,620 miles
    Test number
    235971131648
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear & rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear axle getting rusty

  12. Pass89,439 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,439 miles
    Test number
    646232128385
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear & rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail89,439 miles (+3,243)4 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,439 miles
    Test number
    863785136043
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml on at start of test, but extinguished during test (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear & rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass86,196 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,196 miles
    Test number
    673748193831
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  15. Fail86,195 miles (+117)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,195 miles
    Test number
    317854220877
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML stays on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  16. Pass86,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,078 miles
    Test number
    971108569242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,078 miles (+8,087)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,078 miles
    Test number
    118040785552
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass77,991 miles (+11,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,991 miles
    Test number
    400514597029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • 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)

  19. Pass66,397 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,397 miles
    Test number
    798068845016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,352 miles
    Test number
    117775424424
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail62,352 miles (+4,476)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,352 miles
    Test number
    255625824032
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass57,876 miles (+5,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,876 miles
    Test number
    726863933003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber 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)

  23. Pass51,964 miles (+3,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    51,964 miles
    Test number
    245391522090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass48,263 miles (+5,054)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,263 miles
    Test number
    138965531490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,209 miles (+3,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,209 miles
    Test number
    990907230058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass39,258 miles (+5,245)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,258 miles
    Test number
    114421349470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    34,013 miles
    Test number
    132414548422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,013 miles (+5,033)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,013 miles
    Test number
    214634448059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass28,980 miles (+6,645)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    28,980 miles
    Test number
    551510747065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    22,335 miles
    Test number
    124128946012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail22,335 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,335 miles
    Test number
    512998146029
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about Y237 HWY

Does Y237 HWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y237 HWY is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y237 HWY?
The MOT on Y237 HWY is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y237 HWY done?
Y237 HWY was recorded at 114,566 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 4,477 miles a year.
Has Y237 HWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 HWY has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y237 HWY 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 Y237 HWY find?
Y237 HWY passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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