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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y248 JROMOT history

Y248 JRO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 148,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2024.

Y248 JRO silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2025
Mileage
148,776 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 JRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 JRO was last recorded at 148,776 miles on 11 Sept 2024, 6,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,662 miles · 15 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
6,114 miles
Average per year
5,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,776 miles
  • 2023 – 142,662 miles
  • 2022 – 139,435 miles
  • 2021 – 136,021 miles
  • 2020 – 132,321 miles
  • 2019 – 129,253 miles
  • 2018 – 125,016 miles
  • 2017 – 121,924 miles
  • 2016 – 118,792 miles
  • 2015 – 115,843 miles
  • 2014 – 112,186 miles
  • 2013 – 107,465 miles
  • 2012 – 102,786 miles
  • 2011 – 96,709 miles
  • 2010 – 91,026 miles
  • 2009 – 82,734 miles
  • 2008 – 74,129 miles
  • 2007 – 63,544 miles
  • 2006 – 52,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,776 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central exhaust corroded but not blowing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass148,776 miles (+6,114)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    148,776 miles
    Test number
    190145277855
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass142,662 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    142,662 miles
    Test number
    935635381249
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded but not blowing

  3. Fail142,612 miles (+18)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,612 miles
    Test number
    785468084952
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded but not blowing

  4. Fail142,594 miles (+3,159)2 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,594 miles
    Test number
    452993434278
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroaded but not blowing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    139,435 miles
    Test number
    688503588074
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  6. Fail139,435 miles (+3,414)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,435 miles
    Test number
    377617973125
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  7. Pass136,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    136,021 miles
    Test number
    427447002978
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail136,021 miles (+3,700)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,021 miles
    Test number
    891862785345
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass132,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    132,321 miles
    Test number
    618943712038
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail132,321 miles (+3,068)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,321 miles
    Test number
    603256037453
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass129,253 miles (+4,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,253 miles
    Test number
    146209342272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass125,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,016 miles
    Test number
    851721305480
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail125,016 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,016 miles
    Test number
    329078098800
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail125,015 miles (+3,091)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,015 miles
    Test number
    997607402301
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass121,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,924 miles
    Test number
    324662140161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,924 miles (+3,132)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,924 miles
    Test number
    391489698904
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both rear (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass118,792 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    118,792 miles
    Test number
    387626290603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from brake calliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from brake calliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryInner rack ends have slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail118,792 miles (+2,949)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,792 miles
    Test number
    786279412262
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x 2 (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from brake calliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from brake calliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryInner rack ends have slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass115,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,843 miles
    Test number
    358638935110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail115,843 miles (+3,657)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,843 miles
    Test number
    527568835177
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass112,186 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,186 miles
    Test number
    186334764183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass107,465 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    107,465 miles
    Test number
    799054263119
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail107,459 miles (+4,673)5 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    717994363102
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass102,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    102,786 miles
    Test number
    877003762129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail102,786 miles (+6,077)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,786 miles
    Test number
    195963662102
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  26. Pass96,709 miles (+5,683)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    96,709 miles
    Test number
    276531741118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass91,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,026 miles
    Test number
    150505620178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail91,026 miles (+8,292)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,026 miles
    Test number
    484495820163
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass82,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,734 miles
    Test number
    800647129148
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Fail82,734 miles (+8,605)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,734 miles
    Test number
    642927329163
    • FailureNearside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Pass74,129 miles (+10,585)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    74,129 miles
    Test number
    420009828184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteMil light on dash CO level at idle high

  32. Pass63,544 miles (+11,450)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,544 miles
    Test number
    582033417195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  33. Pass52,094 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,094 miles
    Test number
    350322036178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail51,920 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,920 miles
    Test number
    174428026190
    • FailureCentre Brake lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Questions about Y248 JRO

Does Y248 JRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y248 JRO expired on 14 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y248 JRO?
The MOT on Y248 JRO expired on 14 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y248 JRO done?
Y248 JRO was recorded at 148,776 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2024, an average of 5,279 miles a year.
Has Y248 JRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 JRO has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y248 JRO 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 Y248 JRO find?
Y248 JRO passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2024 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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