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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y263 TGCMOT history

Y263 TGC is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2021.

Y263 TGC green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2021
Mileage
74,700 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2021
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y263 TGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y263 TGC was last recorded at 74,700 miles on 2 Dec 2021, 14,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,879 miles · 13 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
14,821 miles
Average per year
4,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 74,700 miles
  • 2020 – 59,879 miles
  • 2019 – 51,562 miles
  • 2018 – 48,478 miles
  • 2017 – 44,248 miles
  • 2016 – 42,775 miles
  • 2015 – 40,764 miles
  • 2014 – 37,529 miles
  • 2013 – 26,535 miles
  • 2012 – 12,764 miles
  • 2011 – 11,650 miles
  • 2010 – 8,788 miles
  • 2009 – 7,951 miles
  • 2008 – 7,056 miles
  • 2007 – 6,186 miles
  • 2006 – 5,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,700 miles
  • DangerousCentral Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass cracked
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryM.i.l on
  • AdvisoryVehicle battery poor condition

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,700 miles (+14,821)4 dangerous6 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,700 miles
    Test number
    816775419910
    • DangerousCentral Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryM.i.l on
    • AdvisoryVehicle battery poor condition

  2. Pass59,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,879 miles
    Test number
    938141402583
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail59,879 miles (+8,317)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,879 miles
    Test number
    554507458467
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  4. Pass51,562 miles (+3,084)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,562 miles
    Test number
    723986041684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass48,478 miles (+4,230)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,478 miles
    Test number
    243715302171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight deforming on inner walls of o/side and n/side rear tyres.

  6. Pass44,248 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,248 miles
    Test number
    153351275093
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySlight distortion on inner wall of o/side rear tyre.

  7. Fail44,236 miles (+1,461)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,236 miles
    Test number
    388764079150
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated damaged (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySlight distortion on inner wall of o/side rear tyre.

  8. Pass42,775 miles (+2,011)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,775 miles
    Test number
    304414819125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,764 miles
    Test number
    175270695002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,764 miles (+3,235)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,764 miles
    Test number
    605740895035
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAxle bushes splitting

  11. Pass37,529 miles (+10,994)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,529 miles
    Test number
    675488094070
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges,o/s/f brake pads low,beam axle bushes splitting

  12. Pass26,535 miles (+13,771)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,535 miles
    Test number
    658695813111
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components

  13. Pass12,764 miles (+1,114)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,764 miles
    Test number
    997248982055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass11,650 miles (+2,862)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    11,650 miles
    Test number
    698650191012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass8,788 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    8,788 miles
    Test number
    973678770082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass7,951 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    7,951 miles
    Test number
    251313599008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass7,056 miles (+870)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    7,056 miles
    Test number
    161273178440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,186 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    6,186 miles
    Test number
    132814097005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    5,362 miles
    Test number
    892156686021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y263 TGC

Does Y263 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y263 TGC expired on 12 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y263 TGC?
The MOT on Y263 TGC expired on 12 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y263 TGC done?
Y263 TGC was recorded at 74,700 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2021, an average of 4,421 miles a year.
Has Y263 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y263 TGC has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y263 TGC 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 TGC find?
Y263 TGC failed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2021 with 4 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 13 advisories: central stop lamp(s) all not working; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; nearside stop lamp(s) all not working, and 20 more.

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