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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y243 TGCMOT history

Y243 TGC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 100,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2024.

Y243 TGC silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2024
Mileage
100,682 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 TGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y243 TGC was last recorded at 100,682 miles on 8 Mar 2024, 14,584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,098 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
14,584 miles
Average per year
4,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,682 miles
  • 2023 – 86,098 miles
  • 2022 – 78,216 miles
  • 2021 – 73,420 miles
  • 2020 – 68,247 miles
  • 2019 – 64,877 miles
  • 2018 – 62,140 miles
  • 2017 – 57,346 miles
  • 2016 – 53,514 miles
  • 2015 – 50,125 miles
  • 2014 – 45,474 miles
  • 2013 – 39,426 miles
  • 2012 – 33,580 miles
  • 2011 – 28,149 miles
  • 2010 – 24,501 miles
  • 2009 – 21,316 miles
  • 2008 – 18,455 miles
  • 2007 – 15,442 miles
  • 2006 – 12,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,682 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section leaking to limit (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play to the limit at time of test
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear calliper handbrake lever sticking
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryCoolant bottle empty

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail100,682 miles (+14,584)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,682 miles
    Test number
    198115793563
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section leaking to limit (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play to the limit at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear calliper handbrake lever sticking
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle empty

  2. Pass86,098 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    86,098 miles
    Test number
    534032375521
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) on limit of play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.72mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail86,098 miles (+7,882)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,098 miles
    Test number
    207565829680
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) on limit of play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.72mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass78,216 miles (+4,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,216 miles
    Test number
    869787187102
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass73,420 miles (+5,173)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,420 miles
    Test number
    588273754450
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass68,247 miles (+3,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,247 miles
    Test number
    903844237659
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass64,877 miles (+2,737)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,877 miles
    Test number
    567784747724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,140 miles (+4,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,140 miles
    Test number
    162335964179
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass57,346 miles (+3,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,346 miles
    Test number
    729863842526
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80-14 (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass53,514 miles (+3,389)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,514 miles
    Test number
    683151334411
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass50,125 miles (+4,651)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,125 miles
    Test number
    308371055044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,474 miles (+6,048)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,474 miles
    Test number
    197248854013
    • NoteBoth windscreen wipers are spliting
    • NoteThe rear number plate is fading

  13. Pass39,426 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,426 miles
    Test number
    859087253045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  14. Fail39,426 miles (+5,846)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,426 miles
    Test number
    718337953024
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  15. Pass33,580 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,580 miles
    Test number
    355865952055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail33,580 miles (+5,431)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,580 miles
    Test number
    225265052038
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass28,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,149 miles
    Test number
    756139941056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,149 miles (+3,648)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,149 miles
    Test number
    398139241024
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass24,501 miles (+3,185)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    24,501 miles
    Test number
    252355150046
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside headlamp glass holed but not affecting beam image

  20. Pass21,316 miles (+2,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    21,316 miles
    Test number
    292077159073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass18,455 miles (+3,013)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,455 miles
    Test number
    870128258021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    15,442 miles
    Test number
    591219957046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail15,442 miles (+2,896)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,442 miles
    Test number
    492499757099
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass12,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    12,546 miles
    Test number
    212519446015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y243 TGC

Does Y243 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 TGC expired on 9 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 TGC?
The MOT on Y243 TGC expired on 9 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 TGC done?
Y243 TGC was recorded at 100,682 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2024, an average of 4,883 miles a year.
Has Y243 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 TGC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y243 TGC 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 Y243 TGC find?
Y243 TGC failed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2024 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 12 more.

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