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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y253 MDGMOT history

Y253 MDG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 168,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2022.

Y253 MDG blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2023
Mileage
168,725 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 MDG
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
19 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 MDG was last recorded at 168,725 miles on 7 Jan 2022, 486 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,239 miles · 9 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
486 miles
Average per year
3,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 168,725 miles
  • 2021 – 168,239 miles
  • 2016 – 168,213 miles
  • 2015 – 167,636 miles
  • 2014 – 165,982 miles
  • 2013 – 164,678 miles
  • 2012 – 160,531 miles
  • 2011 – 156,099 miles
  • 2010 – 148,535 miles
  • 2009 – 143,267 miles
  • 2008 – 137,936 miles
  • 2007 – 123,814 miles
  • 2006 – 105,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,725 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in nearside and offside steering rack

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,725 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    168,725 miles
    Test number
    226043493469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside and offside steering rack

  2. Fail168,725 miles (+486)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,725 miles
    Test number
    265391632142
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside and offside steering rack

  3. Pass168,239 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    168,239 miles
    Test number
    908840833807
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass168,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    168,213 miles
    Test number
    296579753139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Fail168,213 miles (+577)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,213 miles
    Test number
    374358299240
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass167,636 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    167,636 miles
    Test number
    815224505215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass165,982 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    165,982 miles
    Test number
    779177104267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass164,678 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    164,678 miles
    Test number
    809534193194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass160,531 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    160,531 miles
    Test number
    145731792153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass156,099 miles (+7,564)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    156,099 miles
    Test number
    976663391138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass148,535 miles (+5,268)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    148,535 miles
    Test number
    581977490174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass143,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    143,267 miles
    Test number
    374539789153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail143,267 miles (+5,331)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,267 miles
    Test number
    784619689174
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass137,936 miles (+24)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    137,936 miles
    Test number
    582364708289
    • NoteOffside & nearside rear shock covers worn and no longer protecting shock

  15. Fail137,912 miles (+14,098)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,912 miles
    Test number
    164928298128
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • 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 Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOffside & nearside rear shock covers worn and no longer protecting shock

  16. Pass123,814 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    123,814 miles
    Test number
    893528807150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail123,689 miles (+18,131)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,689 miles
    Test number
    131726397045
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail105,558 miles1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,558 miles
    Test number
    762918916018
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass105,558 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    105,558 miles
    Test number
    992708816017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y253 MDG

Does Y253 MDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 MDG expired on 8 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 MDG?
The MOT on Y253 MDG expired on 8 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 MDG done?
Y253 MDG was recorded at 168,725 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2022, an average of 3,955 miles a year.
Has Y253 MDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 MDG has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y253 MDG 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 Y253 MDG find?
Y253 MDG passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; play in nearside and offside steering rack.

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