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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y263 PDXMOT history

Y263 PDX is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 161,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

Y263 PDX red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
161,580 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y263 PDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y263 PDX was last recorded at 161,580 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 7,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,977 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,603 miles
Average per year
5,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,580 miles
  • 2025 – 153,977 miles
  • 2024 – 142,268 miles
  • 2023 – 138,480 miles
  • 2022 – 129,439 miles
  • 2021 – 124,004 miles
  • 2019 – 117,523 miles
  • 2018 – 111,067 miles
  • 2017 – 105,828 miles
  • 2016 – 99,880 miles
  • 2015 – 96,202 miles
  • 2014 – 92,738 miles
  • 2013 – 88,763 miles
  • 2012 – 83,087 miles
  • 2010 – 79,652 miles
  • 2009 – 76,422 miles
  • 2008 – 71,541 miles
  • 2007 – 65,310 miles
  • 2006 – 56,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,580 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,580 miles (+7,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    161,580 miles
    Test number
    606073509877
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass153,977 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    153,977 miles
    Test number
    387489890437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail153,977 miles (+11,709)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,977 miles
    Test number
    820928141676
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,268 miles (+3,788)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,268 miles
    Test number
    438916376070
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH PLATES (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass138,480 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,480 miles
    Test number
    155768925194
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail138,388 miles (+8,949)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,388 miles
    Test number
    959504713597
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear flexible (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass129,439 miles (+5,435)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,439 miles
    Test number
    349560779817
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass124,004 miles (+6,481)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,004 miles
    Test number
    960188779977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass117,523 miles (+6,456)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,523 miles
    Test number
    654950752708
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TOP LEG MOUNTING. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass111,067 miles (+5,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    111,067 miles
    Test number
    115148452506
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass105,828 miles (+5,948)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    105,828 miles
    Test number
    575474534190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,880 miles (+3,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,880 miles
    Test number
    790415264578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass96,202 miles (+3,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,202 miles
    Test number
    294292551922
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted

  14. Pass92,738 miles (+3,975)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,738 miles
    Test number
    696285934376
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass88,763 miles (+3,954)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    88,763 miles
    Test number
    278374163379
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass84,809 miles (+1,722)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    84,809 miles
    Test number
    146288703045
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail83,087 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,087 miles
    Test number
    267276702072
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust has been repaired at the front

  18. Pass83,087 miles (+3,435)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,087 miles
    Test number
    466206002033
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust has been repaired at the front

  19. Pass79,652 miles (+3,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,652 miles
    Test number
    620477560230
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass76,422 miles (+4,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,422 miles
    Test number
    242737569283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass71,541 miles (+6,231)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    71,541 miles
    Test number
    334637868295
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension 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)

  22. Pass65,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    65,310 miles
    Test number
    110713767245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)

  23. Fail65,310 miles (+8,462)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,310 miles
    Test number
    481213367216
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)

  24. Pass56,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,848 miles
    Test number
    100386536231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,848 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,848 miles
    Test number
    721556636290
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about Y263 PDX

Does Y263 PDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y263 PDX is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y263 PDX?
The MOT on Y263 PDX is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y263 PDX done?
Y263 PDX was recorded at 161,580 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 5,405 miles a year.
Has Y263 PDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y263 PDX has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y263 PDX 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 Y263 PDX find?
Y263 PDX passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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