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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y249 VGNMOT history

Y249 VGN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

Y249 VGN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
135,570 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 VGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 VGN was last recorded at 135,570 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 6,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,057 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,513 miles
Average per year
5,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,570 miles
  • 2025 – 129,057 miles
  • 2024 – 121,546 miles
  • 2023 – 111,916 miles
  • 2022 – 104,079 miles
  • 2021 – 97,673 miles
  • 2020 – 92,984 miles
  • 2019 – 90,084 miles
  • 2018 – 85,158 miles
  • 2017 – 80,277 miles
  • 2016 – 77,201 miles
  • 2015 – 72,564 miles
  • 2014 – 67,814 miles
  • 2013 – 62,404 miles
  • 2012 – 57,766 miles
  • 2011 – 54,752 miles
  • 2010 – 49,820 miles
  • 2009 – 44,571 miles
  • 2008 – 36,997 miles
  • 2007 – 30,657 miles
  • 2006 – 25,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,570 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    135,570 miles
    Test number
    963385875521
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail135,570 miles (+6,513)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,570 miles
    Test number
    678689316479
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass129,057 miles (+7,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    129,057 miles
    Test number
    434566879563
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass121,546 miles (+9,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    121,546 miles
    Test number
    820696008656
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass111,916 miles (+7,837)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    111,916 miles
    Test number
    494159120609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,079 miles (+6,406)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    104,079 miles
    Test number
    224806742317
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass97,673 miles (+4,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,673 miles
    Test number
    642792024095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass92,984 miles (+2,900)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    92,984 miles
    Test number
    874467547400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,084 miles (+4,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,084 miles
    Test number
    491147608970
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,158 miles (+4,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,158 miles
    Test number
    498471157598
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear axles bushes deteriorated and have play but not considered excessive

  11. Pass80,277 miles (+3,076)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,277 miles
    Test number
    936523611895
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass77,201 miles (+4,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    77,201 miles
    Test number
    486344946505
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass72,564 miles (+4,750)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,564 miles
    Test number
    575434415118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes are perished and have slight play

  14. Pass67,814 miles (+5,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,814 miles
    Test number
    908232514147
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass62,404 miles (+4,638)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,404 miles
    Test number
    525807903128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear beam axle bush is slightly worn
    • NoteOffside rear beam axle bush is slightly worn

  16. Pass57,766 miles (+3,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,766 miles
    Test number
    139720912118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass54,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,752 miles
    Test number
    729151211102
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail54,752 miles (+4,932)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,752 miles
    Test number
    169190211116
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass49,820 miles (+5,249)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,820 miles
    Test number
    321679700177
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes split and seperating
    • NoteFront wipers smearing
    • NoteMinor chips on front windscreen
    • NoteSlight play in front anti-roll bar bushes
    • NoteSmall cuts in n/s/r tyre tread

  20. Pass44,571 miles (+7,574)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,571 miles
    Test number
    234015509478
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting 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 Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brakes slightly tight

  21. Pass36,997 miles (+6,340)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,997 miles
    Test number
    222686008183
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass30,657 miles (+4,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,657 miles
    Test number
    452147307193
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass25,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,702 miles
    Test number
    923859206141
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y249 VGN

Does Y249 VGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y249 VGN is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y249 VGN?
The MOT on Y249 VGN is valid until 26 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 VGN done?
Y249 VGN was recorded at 135,570 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 5,493 miles a year.
Has Y249 VGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 VGN has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y249 VGN 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 VGN find?
Y249 VGN passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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