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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y253 XASMOT history

Y253 XAS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 106,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

Y253 XAS blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
106,320 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 XAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 XAS was last recorded at 106,320 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 5,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,738 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,582 miles
Average per year
4,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,320 miles
  • 2025 – 100,738 miles
  • 2024 – 92,063 miles
  • 2023 – 82,323 miles
  • 2022 – 74,052 miles
  • 2020 – 66,101 miles
  • 2019 – 54,694 miles
  • 2018 – 47,394 miles
  • 2017 – 46,913 miles
  • 2016 – 46,041 miles
  • 2015 – 45,389 miles
  • 2014 – 43,191 miles
  • 2013 – 38,398 miles
  • 2012 – 38,031 miles
  • 2011 – 37,276 miles
  • 2010 – 35,409 miles
  • 2009 – 32,184 miles
  • 2008 – 29,556 miles
  • 2007 – 24,251 miles
  • 2006 – 20,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,320 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,320 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    106,320 miles
    Test number
    707088161545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail106,320 miles (+5,582)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,320 miles
    Test number
    618077134429
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,738 miles (+8,675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,738 miles
    Test number
    738600518969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass92,063 miles (+9,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,063 miles
    Test number
    664051426732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass82,323 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    82,323 miles
    Test number
    347888213251
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH ! (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail82,323 miles (+8,271)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,323 miles
    Test number
    932570743228
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH ! (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass74,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    74,052 miles
    Test number
    375533587062
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail74,052 miles (+7,951)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,052 miles
    Test number
    134650395651
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    66,101 miles
    Test number
    332579321999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,101 miles (+11,407)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,101 miles
    Test number
    775436995298
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass54,694 miles (+7,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,694 miles
    Test number
    594618745685
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass47,394 miles (+481)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,394 miles
    Test number
    365248091615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,913 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,913 miles
    Test number
    860719905984
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Fail46,913 miles (+872)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,913 miles
    Test number
    969532424079
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  15. Pass46,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    46,041 miles
    Test number
    630643598400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,041 miles (+652)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,041 miles
    Test number
    364535215299
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass45,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,389 miles
    Test number
    219226449681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,389 miles (+2,198)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,389 miles
    Test number
    868902639315
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  19. Pass43,191 miles (+4,793)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,191 miles
    Test number
    207417864104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,398 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,398 miles
    Test number
    256848043491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,031 miles (+755)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,031 miles
    Test number
    348274222183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,276 miles (+1,867)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,276 miles
    Test number
    395653321111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,409 miles
    Test number
    974134530112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail35,409 miles (+3,225)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,409 miles
    Test number
    654723730175
    • 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 Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass32,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,184 miles
    Test number
    231498239148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,184 miles (+2,628)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,184 miles
    Test number
    894714039153
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  27. Pass29,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,556 miles
    Test number
    640977938128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail29,556 miles (+5,305)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,556 miles
    Test number
    811635638128
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

  29. Pass24,251 miles (+3,711)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,251 miles
    Test number
    734510737173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,540 miles
    Test number
    571313326146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 XAS

Does Y253 XAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y253 XAS is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y253 XAS?
The MOT on Y253 XAS is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y253 XAS done?
Y253 XAS was recorded at 106,320 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 4,325 miles a year.
Has Y253 XAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 XAS has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y253 XAS 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 XAS find?
Y253 XAS passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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