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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y262 LRDMOT history

Y262 LRD is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

Y262 LRD grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
148,589 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y262 LRD
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
6 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y262 LRD was last recorded at 148,589 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 3,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,228 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,361 miles
Average per year
3,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,589 miles
  • 2024 – 145,228 miles
  • 2023 – 142,812 miles
  • 2022 – 139,140 miles
  • 2021 – 136,662 miles
  • 2020 – 134,659 miles
  • 2019 – 131,467 miles
  • 2018 – 127,179 miles
  • 2017 – 122,599 miles
  • 2016 – 117,434 miles
  • 2015 – 111,079 miles
  • 2014 – 105,028 miles
  • 2013 – 100,409 miles
  • 2012 – 95,798 miles
  • 2011 – 90,890 miles
  • 2010 – 86,540 miles
  • 2009 – 82,520 miles
  • 2008 – 79,493 miles
  • 2007 – 77,327 miles
  • 2006 – 72,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,589 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Presenter adviced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass148,589 miles (+3,361)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    148,589 miles
    Test number
    470660697863
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,228 miles (+2,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    145,228 miles
    Test number
    880357042056
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,812 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    142,812 miles
    Test number
    848565292519
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail142,767 miles (+3,627)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,767 miles
    Test number
    529561905718
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working Near side and Off side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner C V boot clamp missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,140 miles (+2,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,140 miles
    Test number
    741915116391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass136,662 miles (+2,003)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    136,662 miles
    Test number
    974378337245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass134,659 miles (+3,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,659 miles
    Test number
    678795805094
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished

  8. Pass131,467 miles (+4,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,467 miles
    Test number
    785666125462
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,179 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    127,179 miles
    Test number
    630155847984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail127,169 miles (+4,570)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,169 miles
    Test number
    197213089943
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass122,599 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,599 miles
    Test number
    534559736694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,594 miles (+5,160)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,594 miles
    Test number
    213521878250
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass117,434 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    117,434 miles
    Test number
    514098841589
    • AdvisoryPresenter adviced

  14. Fail117,431 miles (+6,352)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,431 miles
    Test number
    506468863158
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint wishbone (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryPresenter adviced

  15. Pass111,079 miles (+6,051)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    111,079 miles
    Test number
    809145739806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,028 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    105,028 miles
    Test number
    956536154291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,960 miles (+4,551)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,960 miles
    Test number
    896592054280
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass100,409 miles (+4,611)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    100,409 miles
    Test number
    287649833284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,798 miles (+4,908)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,798 miles
    Test number
    398596292104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,890 miles (+4,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,890 miles
    Test number
    387100091162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass86,540 miles (+4,020)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    86,540 miles
    Test number
    221624180486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,520 miles (+3,027)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,520 miles
    Test number
    942688979127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,493 miles (+2,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,493 miles
    Test number
    253670988107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass77,327 miles (+5,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    77,327 miles
    Test number
    232941387197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass72,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    72,049 miles
    Test number
    321365876186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y262 LRD

Does Y262 LRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y262 LRD is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y262 LRD?
The MOT on Y262 LRD is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y262 LRD done?
Y262 LRD was recorded at 148,589 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 3,939 miles a year.
Has Y262 LRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y262 LRD has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y262 LRD 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 Y262 LRD find?
Y262 LRD passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; coolant leak; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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