Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y252 ULAMOT history

Y252 ULA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 129,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

Y252 ULA blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
129,881 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,875 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y252 ULA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 ULA
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
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 ULA was last recorded at 129,881 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,845 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
4,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,881 miles
  • 2024 – 129,845 miles
  • 2023 – 129,780 miles
  • 2022 – 129,701 miles
  • 2021 – 122,138 miles
  • 2020 – 120,632 miles
  • 2019 – 115,535 miles
  • 2018 – 102,014 miles
  • 2017 – 88,782 miles
  • 2016 – 79,324 miles
  • 2015 – 71,689 miles
  • 2014 – 67,927 miles
  • 2013 – 64,443 miles
  • 2012 – 61,249 miles
  • 2011 – 55,631 miles
  • 2010 – 49,992 miles
  • 2009 – 46,609 miles
  • 2008 – 42,584 miles
  • 2007 – 39,603 miles
  • 2006 – 35,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,881 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have up and down play

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR DISCS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,881 miles (+36)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    129,881 miles
    Test number
    542125640733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have up and down play

  2. Pass129,845 miles (+65)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    129,845 miles
    Test number
    669286915464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both front top mounts have up and down play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass129,780 miles (+79)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,780 miles
    Test number
    409648160150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass129,701 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    129,701 miles
    Test number
    885941807943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail129,701 miles (+7,563)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,701 miles
    Test number
    628120819917
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass122,138 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,138 miles
    Test number
    382492832005
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail122,135 miles (+1,503)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,135 miles
    Test number
    422222447397
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass120,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,632 miles
    Test number
    485709739682
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail120,632 miles (+5,097)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,632 miles
    Test number
    719741761458
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass115,535 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,535 miles
    Test number
    986937256496
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail115,532 miles (+13,518)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,532 miles
    Test number
    811914527455
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass102,014 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,014 miles
    Test number
    969347941220
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail102,014 miles (+13,232)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,014 miles
    Test number
    385524626249
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass88,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,782 miles
    Test number
    182444074747
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail88,782 miles (+9,458)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,782 miles
    Test number
    871100642238
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass79,324 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,324 miles
    Test number
    356008176587
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail79,310 miles (+7,621)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,310 miles
    Test number
    893100773958
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail71,689 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    797201531405
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  19. Fail71,689 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    518604648778
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  20. Pass71,689 miles (+3,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    904526785569
    • 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)

  21. Pass67,927 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    545008954248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,923 miles (+3,480)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,923 miles
    Test number
    775154354292
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass64,443 miles (+3,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,443 miles
    Test number
    115026353297
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass61,249 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,249 miles
    Test number
    367181752444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,247 miles (+5,616)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,247 miles
    Test number
    775070852274
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre has cracks on side walls

  26. Pass55,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,631 miles
    Test number
    485940351274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,631 miles (+5,639)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,631 miles
    Test number
    375396641213
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass49,992 miles (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,992 miles
    Test number
    972281330209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,609 miles (+4,025)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,609 miles
    Test number
    452912459238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass42,584 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,584 miles
    Test number
    232232258230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass39,603 miles (+3,657)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,603 miles
    Test number
    121761847256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass35,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    35,946 miles
    Test number
    543114856205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 ULA

Does Y252 ULA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y252 ULA is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y252 ULA?
The MOT on Y252 ULA is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y252 ULA done?
Y252 ULA was recorded at 129,881 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 4,875 miles a year.
Has Y252 ULA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 ULA has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y252 ULA 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 ULA find?
Y252 ULA passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front coil spring corroded both sides, and 6 more.

Related registrations

Browse all Y252 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.