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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,600 cc

Y249 TGPMOT history

Y249 TGP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 168,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

Y249 TGP silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
168,133 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 TGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 TGP was last recorded at 168,133 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 9,031 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,102 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,031 miles
Average per year
6,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,133 miles
  • 2025 – 159,102 miles
  • 2024 – 149,175 miles
  • 2023 – 138,999 miles
  • 2022 – 128,322 miles
  • 2021 – 128,318 miles
  • 2020 – 122,279 miles
  • 2019 – 121,543 miles
  • 2018 – 120,972 miles
  • 2017 – 119,566 miles
  • 2016 – 115,600 miles
  • 2015 – 109,608 miles
  • 2014 – 103,213 miles
  • 2013 – 96,414 miles
  • 2012 – 91,885 miles
  • 2011 – 86,965 miles
  • 2010 – 80,411 miles
  • 2009 – 73,047 miles
  • 2008 – 63,402 miles
  • 2007 – 55,915 miles
  • 2006 – 45,539 miles
  • 2005 – 36,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,133 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEML illuminated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front over 10 years old
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,133 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    168,133 miles
    Test number
    833912427098
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,133 miles (+9,031)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,133 miles
    Test number
    709854917149
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass159,102 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    159,102 miles
    Test number
    569183203670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail159,102 miles (+9,927)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,102 miles
    Test number
    755801721624
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,175 miles (+838)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    149,175 miles
    Test number
    382120223858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail148,337 miles (+9,338)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,337 miles
    Test number
    733817220412
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre more than 10 years old
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,999 miles (+10,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,999 miles
    Test number
    350298551039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,322 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    128,322 miles
    Test number
    504209358217
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Fail128,318 miles (+6,039)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,318 miles
    Test number
    679989064842
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust centre mount broken but exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass122,279 miles (+736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,279 miles
    Test number
    372100794924
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass121,543 miles (+14)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,543 miles
    Test number
    913130946262
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT WIPERS POOR
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Fail121,529 miles (+557)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,529 miles
    Test number
    550727795719
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT WIPERS POOR
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass120,972 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,972 miles
    Test number
    696279916720
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65 x 15 (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail120,972 miles (+1,406)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,972 miles
    Test number
    190400568447
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65 x 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass119,566 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    119,566 miles
    Test number
    212779571805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail119,566 miles (+3,966)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,566 miles
    Test number
    289052258898
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass115,600 miles (+5,992)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    115,600 miles
    Test number
    177438115371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting deteriorated

  18. Pass109,608 miles (+6,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,608 miles
    Test number
    354237215925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass103,213 miles (+6,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    103,213 miles
    Test number
    555018644237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass96,414 miles (+4,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,414 miles
    Test number
    679475453293
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail91,885 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,885 miles
    Test number
    118386152278
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass91,885 miles (+4,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    91,885 miles
    Test number
    396946452411
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass86,965 miles (+6,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,965 miles
    Test number
    186362551203
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass80,411 miles (+7,364)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    80,411 miles
    Test number
    523596450209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    73,047 miles
    Test number
    390411759443
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail73,047 miles (+9,645)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,047 miles
    Test number
    872701759235
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass63,402 miles (+7,487)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,402 miles
    Test number
    462609938216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass55,915 miles (+10,376)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,915 miles
    Test number
    594044557258
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass45,539 miles (+8,861)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,539 miles
    Test number
    344330056176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass36,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2006
    Odometer
    36,678 miles
    Test number
    460001415168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y249 TGP

Does Y249 TGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y249 TGP is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y249 TGP?
The MOT on Y249 TGP is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y249 TGP done?
Y249 TGP was recorded at 168,133 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 6,271 miles a year.
Has Y249 TGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 TGP has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y249 TGP 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 TGP find?
Y249 TGP passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: eml illuminated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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