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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,792 cc

Y249 SDOMOT history

Y249 SDO is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 151,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

Y249 SDO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
151,332 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 SDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 SDO was last recorded at 151,332 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 5,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,182 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,150 miles
Average per year
5,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,332 miles
  • 2024 – 146,182 miles
  • 2023 – 140,632 miles
  • 2022 – 138,526 miles
  • 2020 – 137,425 miles
  • 2019 – 128,747 miles
  • 2018 – 120,999 miles
  • 2017 – 108,972 miles
  • 2016 – 94,441 miles
  • 2015 – 87,164 miles
  • 2014 – 83,688 miles
  • 2013 – 75,927 miles
  • 2012 – 69,234 miles
  • 2011 – 61,328 miles
  • 2010 – 54,131 miles
  • 2009 – 46,540 miles
  • 2008 – 41,787 miles
  • 2007 – 38,977 miles
  • 2006 – 36,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,332 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,332 miles (+5,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    151,332 miles
    Test number
    252535401906
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass146,182 miles (+47)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    146,182 miles
    Test number
    520368281933
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail146,135 miles (+5,503)6 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,135 miles
    Test number
    132616901191
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass140,632 miles (+2,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,632 miles
    Test number
    852807591207
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,526 miles (+1,101)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    138,526 miles
    Test number
    459015105174
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass137,425 miles (+8,678)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,425 miles
    Test number
    518376572297
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front d bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass128,747 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,747 miles
    Test number
    833889515198
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail128,745 miles (+7,746)3 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,745 miles
    Test number
    791272224882
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,999 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,999 miles
    Test number
    638889501367
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail120,999 miles (+12,027)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,999 miles
    Test number
    909810013959
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass108,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,972 miles
    Test number
    268474572212
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail108,972 miles (+14,531)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,972 miles
    Test number
    728604969197
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass94,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,441 miles
    Test number
    562572508372
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail94,441 miles (+7,277)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,441 miles
    Test number
    282431374613
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass87,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,164 miles
    Test number
    227178325416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail87,164 miles (+3,476)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,164 miles
    Test number
    455576125176
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass83,688 miles (+7,761)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,688 miles
    Test number
    488739244191
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise engine has erractic idle

  18. Pass75,927 miles (+6,693)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,927 miles
    Test number
    508424343188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass69,234 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,234 miles
    Test number
    816913842198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail69,234 miles (+7,906)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,234 miles
    Test number
    189772842154
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass61,328 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    61,328 miles
    Test number
    227073841178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail61,328 miles (+7,197)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,328 miles
    Test number
    389203341131
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass54,131 miles (+7,591)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,131 miles
    Test number
    670389830196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass46,540 miles (+4,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,540 miles
    Test number
    732188849190
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass41,787 miles (+2,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,787 miles
    Test number
    244582248199
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass38,977 miles (+2,632)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,977 miles
    Test number
    254914547191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,345 miles
    Test number
    240434446184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y249 SDO

Does Y249 SDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y249 SDO is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y249 SDO?
The MOT on Y249 SDO is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y249 SDO done?
Y249 SDO was recorded at 151,332 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 5,742 miles a year.
Has Y249 SDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 SDO has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y249 SDO 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 Y249 SDO find?
Y249 SDO passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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