
Volkswagen Golf
Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc
Y261 WKHMOT history
Y261 WKH is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2021 and it has passed 15 of 31 MOT tests, with 141,631 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2022.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 28 Jun 2021
- Mileage
- 141,631 mi
- At MOT on 7 Mar 2022
- MOT tests
- 31
- 15 passed · 16 failed
- Per year
- 5,662 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y261 WKH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 1 Mar 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 28 Jun 2021
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Mar 2022 (Fail)
Mileage history
Y261 WKH was last recorded at 141,631 miles on 7 Mar 2022, 2,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2020.
Mileage went down between tests
- 8 Feb 2016: 122,298 miles, lower than 140,835 miles on 5 Feb 2016.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 138,844 miles · 29 Jun 2020
- Between the last two tests
- 2,787 miles
- Average per year
- 5,662 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 141,631 miles
- 2020 – 138,844 miles
- 2019 – 136,790 miles
- 2018 – 132,344 miles
- 2017 – 127,583 miles
- 2016 – 122,298 miles
- 2015 – 116,526 miles
- 2014 – 110,582 miles
- 2013 – 104,938 miles
- 2012 – 98,306 miles
- 2011 – 91,757 miles
- 2010 – 84,160 miles
- 2009 – 76,225 miles
- 2008 – 66,866 miles
- 2007 – 60,429 miles
- 2006 – 50,361 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2016
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018
Full MOT history
31 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail141,631 miles (+2,787)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,631 miles
- Test number
- 896706381923
- DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass138,844 miles (+9)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 138,844 miles
- Test number
- 773430055745
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail138,835 miles (+2,045)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,835 miles
- Test number
- 713870081519
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Pass136,790 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 136,790 miles
- Test number
- 598089011014
- MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Fail136,790 miles (+4,446)4 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,790 miles
- Test number
- 759581145810
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass132,344 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 132,344 miles
- Test number
- 138496665871
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
Fail132,344 miles (+4,761)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,344 miles
- Test number
- 973971527062
- FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement both (3.5.1k)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
Pass127,583 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 127,583 miles
- Test number
- 508111765783
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 212805989712
- FailureFuel system component leaking at filter (7.2.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass122,298 miles (-18,537)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 122,298 miles
- Test number
- 990691500782
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at catolitic converter (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Fail140,835 miles (+24,309)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,835 miles
- Test number
- 619552788810
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- FailureOffside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at catolitic converter (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass116,526 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 116,526 miles
- Test number
- 839855535054
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail116,526 miles (+5,944)2 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,526 miles
- Test number
- 397985835094
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass110,582 miles9 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 110,582 miles
- Test number
- 137777824080
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail110,582 miles (+5,644)6 failures9 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,582 miles
- Test number
- 638837324060
- FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass104,938 miles6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 104,938 miles
- Test number
- 875642833064
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail104,938 miles (+6,632)3 failures9 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,938 miles
- Test number
- 615582633092
- FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass98,306 miles7 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 98,306 miles
- Test number
- 506288432006
- AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding.Nearside rear tyre worn low on outside edge
- NoteOil leak
Fail98,306 miles (+6,549)3 repaired7 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,306 miles
- Test number
- 835738132062
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding.Nearside rear tyre worn low on outside edge
- NoteOil leak
Fail91,757 miles2 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,757 miles
- Test number
- 746365331015
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass91,757 miles (+7,597)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 91,757 miles
- Test number
- 867275031027
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass84,160 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 84,160 miles
- Test number
- 430737220057
- AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail84,160 miles (+7,935)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,160 miles
- Test number
- 130887720079
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Fail76,225 miles2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,225 miles
- Test number
- 453474139046
- Repaired at testBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not 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)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass76,225 miles (+9,359)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 76,225 miles
- Test number
- 962264139046
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not 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)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass66,866 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 66,866 miles
- Test number
- 760923228049
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,866 miles (+6,437)2 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,866 miles
- Test number
- 324453128008
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteBoth rear tyres are close to legal wear limit
Pass60,429 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 60,429 miles
- Test number
- 701636037016
- Note1 brake servo pipe starting to crack 2 nearside rear tyre over half worn
Fail60,429 miles (+10,068)1 dangerous3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,429 miles
- Test number
- 181556837437
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Pass50,361 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 50,361 miles
- Test number
- 334199616008
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail50,316 miles3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,316 miles
- Test number
- 361839816070
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Questions about Y261 WKH
- Does Y261 WKH currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y261 WKH expired on 28 Jun 2021, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y261 WKH?
- The MOT on Y261 WKH expired on 28 Jun 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y261 WKH done?
- Y261 WKH was recorded at 141,631 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2022, an average of 5,662 miles a year.
- Has Y261 WKH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y261 WKH has failed 16 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2022.
- Has the mileage on Y261 WKH ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on Y261 WKH find?
- Y261 WKH failed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 9 advisories: windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; offside brake cable has restricted free movement, and 10 more.
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