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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y283 LDTMOT history

Y283 LDT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 152,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

Y283 LDT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
152,507 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y283 LDT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y283 LDT was last recorded at 152,507 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,491 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,507 miles
  • 2025 – 146,118 miles
  • 2023 – 138,612 miles
  • 2022 – 133,204 miles
  • 2021 – 131,321 miles
  • 2020 – 128,189 miles
  • 2019 – 123,737 miles
  • 2018 – 120,746 miles
  • 2017 – 115,678 miles
  • 2016 – 108,641 miles
  • 2015 – 103,556 miles
  • 2014 – 99,042 miles
  • 2013 – 94,852 miles
  • 2012 – 89,082 miles
  • 2011 – 84,380 miles
  • 2010 – 78,810 miles
  • 2009 – 71,665 miles
  • 2008 – 67,601 miles
  • 2007 – 60,387 miles
  • 2006 – 52,706 miles
  • 2005 – 51,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,507 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,507 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    152,507 miles
    Test number
    518544599565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail152,491 miles (+6,373)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,491 miles
    Test number
    778407381663
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass146,118 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    146,118 miles
    Test number
    652083965200
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail146,107 miles (+7,495)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,107 miles
    Test number
    311819105957
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak center box to rear silencer* (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear silencer (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass138,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    138,612 miles
    Test number
    448169016173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,612 miles (+5,408)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,612 miles
    Test number
    553597643605
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass133,204 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    133,204 miles
    Test number
    377528946223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in tie rod

  8. Fail133,204 miles (+1,883)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,204 miles
    Test number
    120970348277
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in tie rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass131,321 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    131,321 miles
    Test number
    897755832958
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Passenger dont operate correctly

  10. Fail131,317 miles (+3,128)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,317 miles
    Test number
    156331971079
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Passenger dont operate correctly

  11. Pass128,189 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    128,189 miles
    Test number
    501793152087
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail128,187 miles (+4,450)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,187 miles
    Test number
    310562760725
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass123,737 miles (+2,991)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,737 miles
    Test number
    168087987578
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass120,746 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    120,746 miles
    Test number
    269225804042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail120,745 miles (+5,067)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,745 miles
    Test number
    880664121743
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass115,678 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,678 miles
    Test number
    724255629169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail115,677 miles (+7,036)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,677 miles
    Test number
    817530110910
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass108,641 miles (+5,085)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,641 miles
    Test number
    167334205698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,556 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,556 miles
    Test number
    788119535122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail103,555 miles (+4,513)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,555 miles
    Test number
    326299235195
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre to rear exhaust clamp missing
    • NoteOffside steering rack arm has slight play

  21. Pass99,042 miles (+4,190)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,042 miles
    Test number
    966221944120
    • NoteBoth headlight images only just distinct

  22. Pass94,852 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,852 miles
    Test number
    219525373405
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteNearside steerin rack arm has play

  23. Fail94,851 miles (+5,769)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,851 miles
    Test number
    569105773162
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteNearside steerin rack arm has play

  24. Pass89,082 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    446913572184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth steering rack ends have slight play

  25. Fail89,081 miles (+4,701)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,081 miles
    Test number
    817883472181
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth steering rack ends have slight play
    • NoteRear brake disc rusty

  26. Pass84,380 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    84,380 miles
    Test number
    127109251132
    • NoteNearside steering rack end has slight play
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  27. Fail84,379 miles (+5,569)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,379 miles
    Test number
    838629551140
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside steering rack end has slight play
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  28. Pass78,810 miles (+7,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,810 miles
    Test number
    881481160180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass71,665 miles (+4,064)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    71,665 miles
    Test number
    113893989034
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE WEARING ON INN EWR EDGE

  30. Fail67,601 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,601 miles
    Test number
    273433868181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/side front and n/side rear tyres stepping on inner edges

  31. Pass67,601 miles (+7,214)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,601 miles
    Test number
    690233368183
    • NoteN/side front and n/side rear tyres stepping on inner edges

  32. Pass60,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    60,387 miles
    Test number
    410184797025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Fail60,387 miles (+7,681)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,387 miles
    Test number
    820324297030
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  34. Pass52,706 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,706 miles
    Test number
    123681216420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass51,374 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    51,374 miles
    Test number
    303662835394
    • NoteNearside front sidelight starting to dim slightly
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly

Questions about Y283 LDT

Does Y283 LDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y283 LDT is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y283 LDT?
The MOT on Y283 LDT is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y283 LDT done?
Y283 LDT was recorded at 152,507 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 4,973 miles a year.
Has Y283 LDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y283 LDT has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y283 LDT 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 Y283 LDT find?
Y283 LDT passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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