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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

Y23 TPCMOT history

Y23 TPC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 191,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2024.

Y23 TPC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jun 2025
Mileage
191,163 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 TPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 TPC was last recorded at 191,163 miles on 17 Jun 2024, 20,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,023 miles · 19 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
20,140 miles
Average per year
8,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 191,163 miles
  • 2023 – 171,023 miles
  • 2022 – 167,626 miles
  • 2021 – 167,621 miles
  • 2020 – 167,544 miles
  • 2019 – 161,176 miles
  • 2017 – 136,215 miles
  • 2016 – 128,213 miles
  • 2015 – 118,442 miles
  • 2014 – 108,433 miles
  • 2013 – 96,912 miles
  • 2012 – 90,195 miles
  • 2011 – 85,562 miles
  • 2010 – 79,826 miles
  • 2009 – 75,846 miles
  • 2008 – 70,116 miles
  • 2007 – 59,036 miles
  • 2006 – 46,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,163 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,163 miles (+20,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    191,163 miles
    Test number
    873605317138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass171,023 miles (+3,397)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    171,023 miles
    Test number
    864985540166
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass167,626 miles (+5)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    167,626 miles
    Test number
    106498943244
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail167,621 miles (+77)2 dangerous10 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,621 miles
    Test number
    516845317015
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition Large chip on offside in drivers view (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Retaining clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking badly (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass167,544 miles (+6,368)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    167,544 miles
    Test number
    673454686452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass161,176 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    161,176 miles
    Test number
    389953181357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail161,166 miles (+24,951)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,166 miles
    Test number
    290851424568
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass136,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,215 miles
    Test number
    746518462872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail136,215 miles (+8,002)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,215 miles
    Test number
    728467159373
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

  10. Pass128,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    128,213 miles
    Test number
    702823648138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,213 miles (+9,771)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,213 miles
    Test number
    348189736630
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  12. Pass118,442 miles (+10,009)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    118,442 miles
    Test number
    289122905288
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  13. Pass108,433 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    628310594174
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteN/S/R tyre out of shape
    • NoteRear axle bushes in poor condition

  14. Fail108,433 miles (+11,521)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    399550994140
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteN/S/R tyre out of shape
    • NoteRear axle bushes in poor condition

  15. Pass96,912 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,912 miles
    Test number
    546148593199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail96,912 miles (+6,717)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,912 miles
    Test number
    468134193166
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass90,195 miles (+4,633)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,195 miles
    Test number
    206579782149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass85,562 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,562 miles
    Test number
    899094191192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,826 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,826 miles
    Test number
    541137680133
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass79,826 miles (+3,980)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,826 miles
    Test number
    804787780155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,846 miles (+5,730)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,846 miles
    Test number
    894675399138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,116 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,116 miles
    Test number
    362930408229
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  23. Pass70,116 miles (+11,080)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    70,116 miles
    Test number
    924930008252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,036 miles (+12,553)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,036 miles
    Test number
    823699297108
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to limit

  25. Pass46,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,483 miles
    Test number
    310873106298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y23 TPC

Does Y23 TPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y23 TPC expired on 18 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y23 TPC?
The MOT on Y23 TPC expired on 18 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y23 TPC done?
Y23 TPC was recorded at 191,163 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2024, an average of 8,080 miles a year.
Has Y23 TPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 TPC has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y23 TPC 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 Y23 TPC find?
Y23 TPC passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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