
Volkswagen Golf
Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc
Y259 HDUMOT history
Y259 HDU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,439 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 15 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 104,439 mi
- At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 17 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 4,054 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y259 HDU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,781 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 23 Apr 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y259 HDU was last recorded at 104,439 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 15 Apr 2016: 70,560 miles, lower than 70,561 miles on 12 Apr 2016.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 103,933 miles · 19 Mar 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 506 miles
- Average per year
- 4,054 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 104,439 miles
- 2022 – 103,933 miles
- 2021 – 95,310 miles
- 2019 – 79,097 miles
- 2018 – 74,695 miles
- 2017 – 72,410 miles
- 2016 – 70,560 miles
- 2015 – 61,498 miles
- 2014 – 58,018 miles
- 2013 – 50,035 miles
- 2012 – 46,739 miles
- 2011 – 43,433 miles
- 2010 – 40,184 miles
- 2009 – 35,989 miles
- 2008 – 31,645 miles
- 2007 – 28,108 miles
- 2006 – 23,806 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
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.
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018
Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Coolant level high
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Dip stick handle broken
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Full MOT history
22 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass104,439 miles (+506)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 15 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 104,439 miles
- Test number
- 460415778509
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass103,933 miles (+8,623)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 103,933 miles
- Test number
- 927465392933
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass95,310 miles (+16,213)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 95,310 miles
- Test number
- 714865641279
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass79,097 miles (+4,402)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 79,097 miles
- Test number
- 990214639348
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass74,695 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 74,695 miles
- Test number
- 745040506333
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryCoolant level high
- AdvisoryDip stick handle broken
- AdvisoryEngine light on
- AdvisoryOil level high
Fail74,695 miles (+2,285)1 failure8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,695 miles
- Test number
- 611042365008
- FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryCoolant level high
- AdvisoryDip stick handle broken
- AdvisoryEngine light on
- AdvisoryOil level high
Pass72,410 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 72,410 miles
- Test number
- 417504142992
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail72,409 miles (+1,849)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,409 miles
- Test number
- 356972049498
- FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass70,560 miles (-1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 70,560 miles
- Test number
- 173689923976
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail70,561 miles (+9,063)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,561 miles
- Test number
- 808423779800
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass61,498 miles
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 61,498 miles
- Test number
- 217001195004
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,498 miles (+3,480)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,498 miles
- Test number
- 247271195040
- Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass58,018 miles (+7,983)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 58,018 miles
- Test number
- 745878574014
- NoteFront number plate damaged
- NoteN/s/f tyre tread on 2mm and worn on inside edge
- NoteO/s/f and n/s/f brake discs corroded on inside faces
Pass50,035 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 50,035 miles
- Test number
- 429115983008
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail50,035 miles (+3,296)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,035 miles
- Test number
- 485225383068
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass46,739 miles (+3,306)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 46,739 miles
- Test number
- 135976082007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,433 miles (+3,249)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 43,433 miles
- Test number
- 117396571040
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass40,184 miles (+4,195)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 40,184 miles
- Test number
- 674522080075
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
Pass35,989 miles (+4,344)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 35,989 miles
- Test number
- 332943189013
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,645 miles (+3,537)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 31,645 miles
- Test number
- 181425588435
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,108 miles (+4,302)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 28,108 miles
- Test number
- 182139577043
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,806 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 23,806 miles
- Test number
- 972958486026
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y259 HDU
- Does Y259 HDU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y259 HDU is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y259 HDU?
- The MOT on Y259 HDU is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y259 HDU done?
- Y259 HDU was recorded at 104,439 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 4,054 miles a year.
- Has Y259 HDU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y259 HDU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2018.
- Has the mileage on Y259 HDU ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on Y259 HDU find?
- Y259 HDU passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.
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