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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y257 XJBMOT history

Y257 XJB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2022 and it has passed 12 of 24 MOT tests, with 184,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2022.

Y257 XJB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2022
Mileage
184,646 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
12 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 XJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y257 XJB was last recorded at 184,646 miles on 26 Oct 2022, 1,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,972 miles · 19 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1,674 miles
Average per year
7,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 184,646 miles
  • 2021 – 173,598 miles
  • 2020 – 163,976 miles
  • 2019 – 158,148 miles
  • 2018 – 148,655 miles
  • 2015 – 135,355 miles
  • 2014 – 133,877 miles
  • 2013 – 130,382 miles
  • 2012 – 125,915 miles
  • 2011 – 117,179 miles
  • 2009 – 92,287 miles
  • 2008 – 76,572 miles
  • 2007 – 67,171 miles
  • 2006 – 57,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail184,646 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorDrag link end seriously misaligned offside track rod end is fouling on wheel on full lock (2.1.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryEngine management light is onRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail184,646 miles (+1,674)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,646 miles
    Test number
    167354105778
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end seriously misaligned offside track rod end is fouling on wheel on full lock (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  2. Fail182,972 miles (+9,374)2 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,972 miles
    Test number
    181438902284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryEngine and gear box mounts weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass173,598 miles (+214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    173,598 miles
    Test number
    469468262052
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  4. Fail173,384 miles (+9,408)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,384 miles
    Test number
    605189479737
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine possibly oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  5. Pass163,976 miles (+298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    163,976 miles
    Test number
    729400491361
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  6. Fail163,678 miles (+5,530)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,678 miles
    Test number
    742729073128
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire from fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  7. Fail158,148 miles (+9,493)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,148 miles
    Test number
    314560755075
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass148,655 miles (+609)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    148,655 miles
    Test number
    520796507287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail148,046 miles (+5,343)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,046 miles
    Test number
    410823129028
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail142,703 miles (+7,348)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,703 miles
    Test number
    963117109357
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass135,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    135,355 miles
    Test number
    754389063133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,355 miles (+1,478)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,355 miles
    Test number
    621665810379
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  13. Pass133,877 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    133,877 miles
    Test number
    357710604360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,382 miles (+4,467)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    130,382 miles
    Test number
    587964803301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail125,915 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,915 miles
    Test number
    329325992181
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass125,915 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    125,915 miles
    Test number
    456265192138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail125,909 miles (+8,730)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,909 miles
    Test number
    847848182172
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass117,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    117,179 miles
    Test number
    569656981113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,179 miles (+24,892)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,179 miles
    Test number
    476346181103
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass92,287 miles (+15,715)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    92,287 miles
    Test number
    703444309349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,572 miles (+9,401)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    76,572 miles
    Test number
    590565508317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,171 miles (+9,263)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,171 miles
    Test number
    744816937229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,908 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,908 miles
    Test number
    794604526223
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  24. Pass57,908 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    57,908 miles
    Test number
    870544126214
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about Y257 XJB

Does Y257 XJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 XJB expired on 31 May 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 XJB?
The MOT on Y257 XJB expired on 31 May 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 XJB done?
Y257 XJB was recorded at 184,646 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2022, an average of 7,821 miles a year.
Has Y257 XJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 XJB has failed 12 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y257 XJB 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 Y257 XJB find?
Y257 XJB failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; drag link end seriously misaligned offside track rod end is fouling on wheel on full lock; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 8 more.

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