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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y238 GMBMOT history

Y238 GMB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

Y238 GMB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,241 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 GMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 GMB was last recorded at 76,241 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 2,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,871 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,370 miles
Average per year
2,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,241 miles
  • 2025 – 73,871 miles
  • 2024 – 71,632 miles
  • 2023 – 70,087 miles
  • 2022 – 69,569 miles
  • 2021 – 69,415 miles
  • 2020 – 69,407 miles
  • 2019 – 69,372 miles
  • 2018 – 69,298 miles
  • 2017 – 68,853 miles
  • 2016 – 66,901 miles
  • 2015 – 64,483 miles
  • 2014 – 61,736 miles
  • 2013 – 58,377 miles
  • 2012 – 54,522 miles
  • 2011 – 49,054 miles
  • 2010 – 43,655 miles
  • 2009 – 37,301 miles
  • 2008 – 30,989 miles
  • 2007 – 26,470 miles
  • 2006 – 22,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,241 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,241 miles (+2,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,241 miles
    Test number
    126483477745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,871 miles (+2,239)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    73,871 miles
    Test number
    290258073336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,632 miles (+1,545)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,632 miles
    Test number
    479531065602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,087 miles (+518)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    70,087 miles
    Test number
    704025867290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    886682652007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,569 miles (+154)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    828998574963
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass69,415 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,415 miles
    Test number
    413574114413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass69,407 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,407 miles
    Test number
    417194072883
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre wear
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flex hoses splitting

  9. Pass69,372 miles (+74)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,372 miles
    Test number
    264152205278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,298 miles (+445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,298 miles
    Test number
    123759554573
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  11. Pass68,853 miles (+1,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,853 miles
    Test number
    786629119805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner sidewall slight distortion

  12. Pass66,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    725875614380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,896 miles (+2,413)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,896 miles
    Test number
    920383425602
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass64,483 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,483 miles
    Test number
    506309775051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,736 miles (+3,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,736 miles
    Test number
    389096484061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  16. Pass58,377 miles (+3,855)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,377 miles
    Test number
    219693273006
    • NoteOffside front coil spring has a small section missing at the extreme end.

  17. Pass54,522 miles (+5,468)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,522 miles
    Test number
    555823672089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,054 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,054 miles
    Test number
    249058181055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,655 miles (+6,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,655 miles
    Test number
    213230190081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass37,301 miles (+6,312)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,301 miles
    Test number
    151338869415
    • NoteOuter skin of rear silencer is loose but no leaks when tested.

  21. Pass30,989 miles (+4,519)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,989 miles
    Test number
    120251378061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,470 miles (+3,872)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,470 miles
    Test number
    901286567024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,598 miles
    Test number
    674267066013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 GMB

Does Y238 GMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y238 GMB is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y238 GMB?
The MOT on Y238 GMB is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y238 GMB done?
Y238 GMB was recorded at 76,241 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 2,669 miles a year.
Has Y238 GMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 GMB has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y238 GMB 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 Y238 GMB find?
Y238 GMB passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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