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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y252 TBLMOT history

Y252 TBL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 186,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2022.

Y252 TBL blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2022
Mileage
186,404 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 TBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y252 TBL was last recorded at 186,404 miles on 21 Mar 2022, 18,267 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,137 miles · 27 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
18,267 miles
Average per year
8,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 186,404 miles
  • 2021 – 168,137 miles
  • 2019 – 149,671 miles
  • 2018 – 140,261 miles
  • 2017 – 136,050 miles
  • 2016 – 131,187 miles
  • 2015 – 123,416 miles
  • 2014 – 117,182 miles
  • 2013 – 111,728 miles
  • 2012 – 105,655 miles
  • 2011 – 99,929 miles
  • 2010 – 92,455 miles
  • 2009 – 86,817 miles
  • 2008 – 75,412 miles
  • 2007 – 65,978 miles
  • 2006 – 53,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail186,404 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover(s) & Undertray(s) fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & Offside
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail186,404 miles (+18,267)1 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,404 miles
    Test number
    986599736769
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover(s) & Undertray(s) fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & Offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass168,137 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    168,137 miles
    Test number
    920635153868
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside & offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover(s) & undertray(s) fitted

  3. Fail168,127 miles (+18,456)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,127 miles
    Test number
    777183979163
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside & offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover(s) & undertray(s) fitted

  4. Pass149,671 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,671 miles
    Test number
    717923778537
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail149,671 miles (+9,410)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,671 miles
    Test number
    379902363507
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass140,261 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    140,261 miles
    Test number
    372826899956
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perished/cracking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak front section.

  7. Fail140,261 miles (+4,211)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,261 miles
    Test number
    699854803501
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perished/cracking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak front section.

  8. Pass136,050 miles (+4,863)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    136,050 miles
    Test number
    454706660297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,187 miles (+7,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    131,187 miles
    Test number
    154533879540
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs heavily worn

  10. Pass123,416 miles (+6,234)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    123,416 miles
    Test number
    836512995132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBeam pattern slightly distorted nearside dipped beam
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass117,182 miles (+5,454)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    117,182 miles
    Test number
    606365294191
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket weakened
    • NoteOffside mirror glass cracked
    • NoteUndertray fitted unable to inspect engine from below

  12. Pass111,728 miles (+137)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,728 miles
    Test number
    717308493103
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  13. Fail111,591 miles (+5,936)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,591 miles
    Test number
    806351793163
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  14. Pass105,655 miles (+5,726)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    105,655 miles
    Test number
    227042592131
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass99,929 miles (+30)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,929 miles
    Test number
    785892291131
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs heavilly corroded/pitted

  16. Fail99,899 miles (+7,444)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,899 miles
    Test number
    278279581405
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs heavilly corroded/pitted

  17. Pass92,455 miles (+5,638)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    92,455 miles
    Test number
    854420080113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,817 miles (+11,405)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,817 miles
    Test number
    622021289130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass75,412 miles (+9,434)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,412 miles
    Test number
    250881878144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,978 miles (+12,165)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,978 miles
    Test number
    830622377156
    • NoteUnable to check nearside rear seatbelt properly child seat fitted

  21. Pass53,813 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,813 miles
    Test number
    131703576153
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/r seatbelt properly occupied by a child seat

Questions about Y252 TBL

Does Y252 TBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y252 TBL expired on 26 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y252 TBL?
The MOT on Y252 TBL expired on 26 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y252 TBL done?
Y252 TBL was recorded at 186,404 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2022, an average of 8,421 miles a year.
Has Y252 TBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 TBL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y252 TBL 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 TBL find?
Y252 TBL failed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 16 more.

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