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Volkswagen Golf

Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y254 TSAMOT history

Y254 TSA is a beige petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 84,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

Y254 TSA beige Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
84,978 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y254 TSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y254 TSA was last recorded at 84,978 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 7,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,775 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,203 miles
Average per year
3,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,978 miles
  • 2025 – 77,775 miles
  • 2024 – 72,127 miles
  • 2023 – 62,980 miles
  • 2021 – 51,181 miles
  • 2020 – 49,605 miles
  • 2019 – 46,281 miles
  • 2018 – 42,589 miles
  • 2017 – 39,847 miles
  • 2016 – 36,504 miles
  • 2015 – 33,704 miles
  • 2014 – 31,181 miles
  • 2013 – 30,209 miles
  • 2012 – 29,121 miles
  • 2011 – 27,927 miles
  • 2010 – 26,820 miles
  • 2009 – 25,825 miles
  • 2007 – 24,680 miles
  • 2006 – 23,142 miles
  • 2005 – 21,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,978 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside steering rack end slight play
  • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,978 miles (+7,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    84,978 miles
    Test number
    367193799455
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack end slight play
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion
  2. Pass77,775 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    77,775 miles
    Test number
    272605275370
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail77,774 miles (+5,647)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,774 miles
    Test number
    263034113092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass72,127 miles (+27)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,127 miles
    Test number
    526589786370
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded , rubber bushes worn to excess
    • AdvisoryFront subframe showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms , showing corrosion, shock absorber legs corroded .
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brakes stiff to lock out when placed under load
    • AdvisoryRear axle showing heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryRecommend a brakes service inspection / steering and suspension , with road wheels removed .
    • AdvisorySill damage
  5. Fail72,100 miles (+9,120)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    658967391598
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn front anti roll bar u bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn rear brakes discs and pads worn to excess (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases gas joint clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering rack arms needed (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded , rubber bushes worn to excess
    • AdvisoryFront subframe showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms , showing corrosion, shock absorber legs corroded .
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brakes stiff to lock out when placed under load
    • AdvisoryRear axle showing heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryRecommend a brakes service inspection / steering and suspension , with road wheels removed .
    • AdvisorySill damage
  6. Pass62,980 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    62,980 miles
    Test number
    873342795466
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners hanging from mirror obscuring the view of the road
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail62,977 miles (+11,796)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,977 miles
    Test number
    436852812548
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners hanging from mirror obscuring the view of the road
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass51,181 miles (+812)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    51,181 miles
    Test number
    190366852792
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers both side corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass50,369 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    50,369 miles
    Test number
    887378969894
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x Rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust sleeve clamps corroding (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Fail50,369 miles (+764)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,369 miles
    Test number
    331430620657
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x Rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust sleeve clamps corroding (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass49,605 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    49,605 miles
    Test number
    587461858048
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front pipe flexi section weak and leaking slightly (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Fail49,605 miles (+3,324)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,605 miles
    Test number
    618215283770
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front pipe flexi section weak and leaking slightly (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass46,281 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,281 miles
    Test number
    845287231792
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  14. Fail46,280 miles (+3,691)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,280 miles
    Test number
    422222605737
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  15. Pass42,589 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,589 miles
    Test number
    787437621065
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust cat holed (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded
  16. Fail42,588 miles (+2,741)13 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,588 miles
    Test number
    220633953779
    • FailureNearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top mount (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust cat holed (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded
  17. Pass39,847 miles (+3,343)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,847 miles
    Test number
    843078022138
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryDamness at fuel filter
    • AdvisoryFluctuation at o/s/r
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc corroded and breaking up
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake has a bind
  18. Pass36,504 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,504 miles
    Test number
    513878302634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes have a slight bind
    • AdvisoryN/s/r front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded at rear
  19. Fail36,503 miles (+2,799)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,503 miles
    Test number
    307990090083
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes have a slight bind
    • AdvisoryN/s/r front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded at rear
  20. Pass33,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,704 miles
    Test number
    958513515178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,704 miles (+2,523)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,704 miles
    Test number
    939113115135
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  22. Pass31,181 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,181 miles
    Test number
    579062224151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,180 miles (+971)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,180 miles
    Test number
    967776814175
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  24. Pass30,209 miles (+1,088)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    30,209 miles
    Test number
    917106913115
    • NoteMiddle exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on 2mm
  25. Pass29,121 miles (+1,194)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,121 miles
    Test number
    688393002175
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteMiddle exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on 2mm
  26. Pass27,927 miles (+1,107)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,927 miles
    Test number
    727209011177
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3mm
    • NoteFront wipers slightly streaky
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on 3mm and cracked/perished in grooves
  27. Pass26,820 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    26,820 miles
    Test number
    633064720195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,825 miles (+1,145)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,825 miles
    Test number
    262560629402
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken(can be welded)
    • NoteFront wipers smear slightly
    • NoteSlight bind at rear brakes
  29. Pass24,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,680 miles
    Test number
    324041737384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail24,680 miles (+1,538)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,680 miles
    Test number
    142490137371
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteFront pads 80% worn
    • NoteRear wiper torn
    • NoteSlight bind at o/s/r , advise replace pads and clean up.
  31. Pass23,142 miles (+1,402)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,142 miles
    Test number
    763601836321
    • NoteFront brake pads low (n/s/f)
    • NoteMiddle exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteO/s/r brake sticky
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly cracked/perished in grooves
  32. Pass21,740 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    21,740 miles
    Test number
    553463835303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail21,737 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,737 miles
    Test number
    524012135344
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low

Questions about Y254 TSA

Does Y254 TSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y254 TSA is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y254 TSA?
The MOT on Y254 TSA is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y254 TSA done?
Y254 TSA was recorded at 84,978 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 3,080 miles a year.
Has Y254 TSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y254 TSA has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y254 TSA 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 Y254 TSA find?
Y254 TSA passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: offside steering rack end slight play; general under-body corrosion.

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