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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

Y265 LWCMOT history

Y265 LWC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 79,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

Y265 LWC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2025
Mileage
79,073 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y265 LWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y265 LWC was last recorded at 79,073 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,202 miles · 11 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
871 miles
Average per year
2,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,073 miles
  • 2024 – 78,202 miles
  • 2023 – 75,471 miles
  • 2021 – 74,575 miles
  • 2018 – 72,529 miles
  • 2017 – 67,073 miles
  • 2016 – 58,207 miles
  • 2015 – 56,324 miles
  • 2014 – 54,645 miles
  • 2013 – 52,615 miles
  • 2012 – 50,914 miles
  • 2011 – 46,971 miles
  • 2010 – 43,151 miles
  • 2009 – 38,227 miles
  • 2008 – 35,852 miles
  • 2007 – 33,438 miles
  • 2006 – 30,959 miles
  • 2005 – 28,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail79,073 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail79,073 miles (+871)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,073 miles
    Test number
    490733403153
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  2. Pass78,202 miles (+2,731)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,202 miles
    Test number
    386976695614
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,471 miles (+896)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    75,471 miles
    Test number
    331554541667
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,575 miles (+2,046)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,575 miles
    Test number
    577958669701
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,529 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,529 miles
    Test number
    561533313400
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail72,529 miles (+5,456)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,529 miles
    Test number
    713715246325
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass67,073 miles (+8,866)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,073 miles
    Test number
    550498536159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,207 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,207 miles
    Test number
    307867738724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,324 miles
    Test number
    115916215216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,324 miles (+1,679)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,324 miles
    Test number
    195636915230
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

  11. Pass54,645 miles (+2,030)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,645 miles
    Test number
    298000314201
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has nails in tread
    • NotePower steering hose slightly damp (near rack)
    • NoteRear tyres outer edges of tread/sidewalls cracking slightly

  12. Pass52,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,615 miles
    Test number
    236301723203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,615 miles (+1,701)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,615 miles
    Test number
    786331723257
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass50,914 miles (+3,943)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    50,914 miles
    Test number
    369815812281
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass46,971 miles (+3,820)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    46,971 miles
    Test number
    477748701241
    • NoteO/S/F inner C.V gaitor leaking grease
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped & corroded

  16. Pass43,151 miles (+4,924)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,151 miles
    Test number
    493797400274
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs worn (lipped)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn, and rear pads getting low

  17. Pass38,227 miles (+2,375)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,227 miles
    Test number
    660698509263
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  18. Pass35,852 miles (+2,414)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,852 miles
    Test number
    323234508233
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer sidewall slightly perished

  19. Pass33,438 miles (+2,479)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,438 miles
    Test number
    862975607211
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread feathering and outer sidewall perished and worn

  20. Pass30,959 miles (+2,490)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,959 miles
    Test number
    130656006283
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing

  21. Pass28,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    28,469 miles
    Test number
    352427305254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y265 LWC

Does Y265 LWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y265 LWC expired on 10 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y265 LWC?
The MOT on Y265 LWC expired on 10 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y265 LWC done?
Y265 LWC was recorded at 79,073 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 2,568 miles a year.
Has Y265 LWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y265 LWC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y265 LWC 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 Y265 LWC find?
Y265 LWC failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 2 major defects: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt.

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