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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y252 HKVMOT history

Y252 HKV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 311,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y252 HKV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2026
Mileage
311,073 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
11,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 HKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y252 HKV was last recorded at 311,073 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 8,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
302,954 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,119 miles
Average per year
11,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 311,073 miles
  • 2025 – 302,954 miles
  • 2024 – 291,339 miles
  • 2023 – 278,698 miles
  • 2022 – 265,429 miles
  • 2020 – 254,460 miles
  • 2019 – 238,940 miles
  • 2018 – 226,538 miles
  • 2017 – 213,897 miles
  • 2016 – 202,693 miles
  • 2015 – 198,120 miles
  • 2014 – 187,154 miles
  • 2013 – 175,773 miles
  • 2012 – 163,343 miles
  • 2011 – 140,806 miles
  • 2010 – 117,146 miles
  • 2009 – 104,098 miles
  • 2008 – 97,845 miles
  • 2007 – 86,570 miles
  • 2006 – 74,361 miles
  • 2005 – 62,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail311,073 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Eml light on at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail311,073 miles (+8,119)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    311,073 miles
    Test number
    926239343227
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass302,954 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    302,954 miles
    Test number
    705027610776
    • 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 Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail302,950 miles (+11,611)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,950 miles
    Test number
    847240381292
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass291,339 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    291,339 miles
    Test number
    104355227728
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryEml light on at time of test

  5. Fail291,336 miles (+12,638)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    291,336 miles
    Test number
    741850965582
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryEml light on at time of test

  6. Pass278,698 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    278,698 miles
    Test number
    421559183840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail278,530 miles (+13,101)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,530 miles
    Test number
    656447505363
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass265,429 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    265,429 miles
    Test number
    352538663492
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail265,422 miles (+10,962)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,422 miles
    Test number
    263711288176
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass254,460 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    254,460 miles
    Test number
    505370587824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail254,456 miles (+15,516)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,456 miles
    Test number
    586305001271
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass238,940 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    238,940 miles
    Test number
    301490775679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail238,928 miles (+12,390)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,928 miles
    Test number
    139769174641
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  14. Pass226,538 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    226,538 miles
    Test number
    594063512027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail226,531 miles (+89)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,531 miles
    Test number
    424220231323
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Fail226,442 miles (+12,545)2 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,442 miles
    Test number
    849562521121
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device inoperative (1.7 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))

  17. Pass213,897 miles (+446)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    213,897 miles
    Test number
    919185885518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail213,451 miles (+10,758)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,451 miles
    Test number
    318300241444
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass202,693 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    202,693 miles
    Test number
    999766540812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass198,120 miles (+10,966)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    198,120 miles
    Test number
    707679339027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arm inner rear bushes weak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight dampness at os rack gaiter

  21. Pass187,154 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    187,154 miles
    Test number
    337016414205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brake pads and discs worn

  22. Fail187,154 miles (+11,381)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,154 miles
    Test number
    925116214234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brake pads and discs worn

  23. Pass175,773 miles (+12,430)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    175,773 miles
    Test number
    845197303228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNoise from osf hub

  24. Pass163,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    163,343 miles
    Test number
    736403652156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail163,343 miles (+22,537)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,343 miles
    Test number
    206442252401
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass140,806 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    140,806 miles
    Test number
    315523611410
    • NoteO/s/f inner drive shaft boot leaking

  27. Fail140,806 miles (+23,660)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,806 miles
    Test number
    497793211216
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f inner drive shaft boot leaking

  28. Pass117,146 miles (+13,048)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    117,146 miles
    Test number
    890870170134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass104,098 miles (+6,253)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    104,098 miles
    Test number
    220484289142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass97,845 miles (+11,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    97,845 miles
    Test number
    251320928334
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass86,570 miles (+12,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    86,570 miles
    Test number
    483018427337
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass74,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    74,361 miles
    Test number
    450219526381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail74,361 miles (+12,082)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,361 miles
    Test number
    411139726383
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  34. Pass62,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    62,279 miles
    Test number
    434298645355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 HKV

Does Y252 HKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y252 HKV expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y252 HKV?
The MOT on Y252 HKV expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y252 HKV done?
Y252 HKV was recorded at 311,073 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 11,963 miles a year.
Has Y252 HKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 HKV has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y252 HKV 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 Y252 HKV find?
Y252 HKV failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 8 more.

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