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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y249 YKEMOT history

Y249 YKE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 163,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2022.

Y249 YKE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2023
Mileage
163,767 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 YKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 YKE was last recorded at 163,767 miles on 5 Feb 2022, 4,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,750 miles · 15 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
4,017 miles
Average per year
5,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 163,767 miles
  • 2021 – 159,750 miles
  • 2019 – 153,963 miles
  • 2018 – 148,189 miles
  • 2017 – 141,073 miles
  • 2016 – 133,488 miles
  • 2015 – 124,536 miles
  • 2014 – 115,747 miles
  • 2013 – 112,300 miles
  • 2012 – 108,121 miles
  • 2011 – 105,756 miles
  • 2010 – 103,045 miles
  • 2009 – 96,793 miles
  • 2008 – 90,251 miles
  • 2007 – 83,525 miles
  • 2006 – 78,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,767 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,767 miles (+4,017)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    163,767 miles
    Test number
    828558164742
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass159,750 miles (+5,787)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    159,750 miles
    Test number
    223721290169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum hose slightly deteriorated/cracking

  3. Pass153,963 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,963 miles
    Test number
    445516896617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail153,958 miles (+5,769)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,958 miles
    Test number
    365755419094
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass148,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,189 miles
    Test number
    119766844781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flexi hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail148,189 miles (+7,116)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,189 miles
    Test number
    583739143568
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flexi hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass141,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    141,073 miles
    Test number
    559707828986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,073 miles (+7,585)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,073 miles
    Test number
    385904113907
    • FailureFront Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass133,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,488 miles
    Test number
    740770371406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,488 miles (+8,952)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,488 miles
    Test number
    486175983005
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Fail124,536 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,536 miles
    Test number
    208379645141
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass124,536 miles (+8,789)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    124,536 miles
    Test number
    287319445430
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass115,747 miles (+3,447)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    115,747 miles
    Test number
    185677434159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,300 miles (+4,179)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    112,300 miles
    Test number
    445980643135
    • NoteEmissions only just passed test

  15. Pass108,121 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,121 miles
    Test number
    455284042172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail108,120 miles (+2,364)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,120 miles
    Test number
    689043842136
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass105,756 miles (+2,711)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,756 miles
    Test number
    285323631144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on edge

  18. Pass103,045 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,045 miles
    Test number
    420657610142
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail103,038 miles (+6,245)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,038 miles
    Test number
    243996610194
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass96,793 miles (+6,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,793 miles
    Test number
    632968219147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass90,251 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    90,251 miles
    Test number
    823062648081
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  22. Fail90,251 miles (+6,726)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,251 miles
    Test number
    971062548055
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  23. Pass83,525 miles (+5,031)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    83,525 miles
    Test number
    353168237031
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner and outer edges(just legal)

  24. Pass78,494 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    78,494 miles
    Test number
    511917936026
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about Y249 YKE

Does Y249 YKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y249 YKE expired on 4 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y249 YKE?
The MOT on Y249 YKE expired on 4 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y249 YKE done?
Y249 YKE was recorded at 163,767 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2022, an average of 5,330 miles a year.
Has Y249 YKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 YKE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on Y249 YKE 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 YKE find?
Y249 YKE passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2022 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material longitudinal; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 2 more.

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