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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y256 UHRMOT history

Y256 UHR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 173,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2022.

Y256 UHR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
173,889 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 UHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 UHR was last recorded at 173,889 miles on 1 Apr 2022, 1,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,324 miles · 30 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,565 miles
Average per year
6,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 173,889 miles
  • 2021 – 172,324 miles
  • 2020 – 172,254 miles
  • 2019 – 171,047 miles
  • 2018 – 163,683 miles
  • 2017 – 161,004 miles
  • 2016 – 155,936 miles
  • 2015 – 151,383 miles
  • 2014 – 144,525 miles
  • 2013 – 138,714 miles
  • 2012 – 130,975 miles
  • 2011 – 123,916 miles
  • 2010 – 115,589 miles
  • 2009 – 109,911 miles
  • 2008 – 92,376 miles
  • 2007 – 80,614 miles
  • 2006 – 65,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,889 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,889 miles (+1,565)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    173,889 miles
    Test number
    385989988953
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass172,324 miles (+70)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    172,324 miles
    Test number
    153177372325
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear and both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps corroded badly

  3. Fail172,254 miles (+1,207)4 major2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,254 miles
    Test number
    594828689733
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers loose
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake lever on caliper not returning
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever on caliper not returning
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass171,047 miles (+7,364)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    171,047 miles
    Test number
    228950076586
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers insecure
    • AdvisoryDipstick handle broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm on outer edge. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever on calliper not returning to its stop
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass163,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    163,683 miles
    Test number
    692927301485
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail163,683 miles (+2,679)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,683 miles
    Test number
    422818477252
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass161,004 miles (+5,068)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    161,004 miles
    Test number
    924410743073
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass155,936 miles (+4,553)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    155,936 miles
    Test number
    403300328975
    • AdvisoryCentre middle exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass151,383 miles (+6,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    151,383 miles
    Test number
    836384241645
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockabsorber covers insecure

  10. Fail144,525 miles3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,525 miles
    Test number
    159689984298
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass144,525 miles (+5,811)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    144,525 miles
    Test number
    177969984268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass138,714 miles (+108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    138,714 miles
    Test number
    319158093443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail138,606 miles (+3,157)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,606 miles
    Test number
    946120593203
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass135,449 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    135,449 miles
    Test number
    137678093091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Fail135,449 miles (+4,474)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,449 miles
    Test number
    217858393004
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass130,975 miles (+7,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    130,975 miles
    Test number
    556056992096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass123,916 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    123,916 miles
    Test number
    856342301114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail123,915 miles (+8,326)3 dangerous4 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,915 miles
    Test number
    317811001125
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs corroded and worn

  19. Pass115,589 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    115,589 miles
    Test number
    782946190000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs corroded and worn.
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake discs corroded and worn.

  20. Fail115,589 miles (+5,678)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,589 miles
    Test number
    902296890047
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs corroded and worn.
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake discs corroded and worn.

  21. Pass109,911 miles (+17,535)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    109,911 miles
    Test number
    692167499065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,376 miles (+11,762)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    92,376 miles
    Test number
    102087868471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  23. Pass80,614 miles (+15,490)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    80,614 miles
    Test number
    262051587080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,124 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    65,124 miles
    Test number
    164396696011
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about Y256 UHR

Does Y256 UHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 UHR expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 UHR?
The MOT on Y256 UHR expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 UHR done?
Y256 UHR was recorded at 173,889 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2022, an average of 6,804 miles a year.
Has Y256 UHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 UHR has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on Y256 UHR 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 Y256 UHR find?
Y256 UHR passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; offside rear integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides.

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