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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y283 OFEMOT history

Y283 OFE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 111,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2022.

Y283 OFE silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2023
Mileage
111,288 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y283 OFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y283 OFE was last recorded at 111,288 miles on 19 Feb 2022, 8,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,895 miles · 13 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
8,393 miles
Average per year
4,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 111,288 miles
  • 2021 – 102,895 miles
  • 2020 – 95,846 miles
  • 2019 – 90,948 miles
  • 2018 – 82,050 miles
  • 2017 – 78,834 miles
  • 2016 – 76,254 miles
  • 2015 – 71,759 miles
  • 2014 – 69,269 miles
  • 2013 – 65,816 miles
  • 2011 – 55,939 miles
  • 2010 – 49,043 miles
  • 2009 – 46,931 miles
  • 2008 – 44,740 miles
  • 2007 – 40,782 miles
  • 2006 – 37,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,288 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,288 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,288 miles
    Test number
    128078356323
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail111,288 miles (+8,393)4 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,288 miles
    Test number
    969989540353
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass102,895 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,895 miles
    Test number
    708053798566
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail102,872 miles (+7,026)5 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,872 miles
    Test number
    717655290585
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass95,846 miles (+4,898)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,846 miles
    Test number
    213401227343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass90,948 miles (+8,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,948 miles
    Test number
    670822278583
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass82,050 miles (+3,216)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    82,050 miles
    Test number
    742280886467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,834 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,834 miles
    Test number
    431686316350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,816 miles (+2,562)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,816 miles
    Test number
    664267387229
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section slightly corroded
  10. Pass76,254 miles (+4,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,254 miles
    Test number
    645498030267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass71,759 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,759 miles
    Test number
    258071515154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,269 miles (+3,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,269 miles
    Test number
    268562614127
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  13. Pass65,816 miles (+9,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,816 miles
    Test number
    215031523174
    • 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)
  14. Pass55,939 miles (+6,896)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,939 miles
    Test number
    226659251057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail49,043 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,043 miles
    Test number
    362570060089
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • NoteExhausts system rusty
  16. Pass49,043 miles (+2,112)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,043 miles
    Test number
    371430660042
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • NoteExhausts system rusty
  17. Pass46,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,931 miles
    Test number
    794621319141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,931 miles (+2,191)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,931 miles
    Test number
    634890119175
    • FailureFront Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass44,740 miles (+3,958)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    44,740 miles
    Test number
    781082828149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,782 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,782 miles
    Test number
    432893527171
    • 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)
  21. Fail40,782 miles (+2,868)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,782 miles
    Test number
    871163827173
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • 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)
  22. Pass37,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,914 miles
    Test number
    420879926131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y283 OFE

Does Y283 OFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y283 OFE expired on 13 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y283 OFE?
The MOT on Y283 OFE expired on 13 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y283 OFE done?
Y283 OFE was recorded at 111,288 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2022, an average of 4,649 miles a year.
Has Y283 OFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y283 OFE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y283 OFE 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 OFE find?
Y283 OFE passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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