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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y285 KUBMOT history

Y285 KUB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2022.

Y285 KUB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
151,525 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 KUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 KUB was last recorded at 151,525 miles on 11 Jan 2022, 2,010 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,515 miles · 13 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,010 miles
Average per year
5,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,525 miles
  • 2021 – 149,515 miles
  • 2019 – 145,401 miles
  • 2018 – 142,162 miles
  • 2017 – 134,189 miles
  • 2016 – 127,037 miles
  • 2015 – 121,704 miles
  • 2014 – 115,285 miles
  • 2013 – 108,842 miles
  • 2012 – 104,760 miles
  • 2011 – 100,003 miles
  • 2010 – 92,932 miles
  • 2009 – 84,440 miles
  • 2008 – 79,914 miles
  • 2007 – 75,048 miles
  • 2006 – 69,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,525 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,525 miles (+2,010)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,525 miles
    Test number
    333890365130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,515 miles (+4,114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,515 miles
    Test number
    181779047826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  3. Pass145,401 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,401 miles
    Test number
    460299072537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail145,392 miles (+3,230)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,392 miles
    Test number
    504177912417
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass142,162 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,162 miles
    Test number
    388519403830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail142,146 miles (+7,957)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,146 miles
    Test number
    123981478982
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass134,189 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,189 miles
    Test number
    573354108189
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipes have been greased

  8. Fail134,082 miles (+7,045)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,082 miles
    Test number
    349317642087
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryWheels are on the limit of being greater than the width of the wheel arch on the vehicle

  9. Pass127,037 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,037 miles
    Test number
    313110601224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail127,032 miles (+5,328)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,032 miles
    Test number
    233155175903
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass121,704 miles (+6,419)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    121,704 miles
    Test number
    258785105463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,285 miles (+6,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    115,285 miles
    Test number
    226602014489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  13. Pass108,842 miles (+4,082)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    108,842 miles
    Test number
    375774283086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass104,760 miles (+5)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    104,760 miles
    Test number
    286921012410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEml light on at time of test. engine running ok at time of test

  15. Fail104,755 miles (+4,752)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,755 miles
    Test number
    215527302414
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEml light on at time of test. engine running ok at time of test

  16. Pass100,003 miles (+7,071)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    100,003 miles
    Test number
    138991501182
    • NoteLower arm bushes split
    • NoteRear tyres perished
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow between centre joint sleeve
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r wheel bearing

  17. Pass92,932 miles (+8,492)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    92,932 miles
    Test number
    952006300133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,440 miles (+4,526)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    84,440 miles
    Test number
    961237809133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    79,914 miles
    Test number
    532907138181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail79,914 miles (+4,866)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,914 miles
    Test number
    911377438182
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass75,048 miles (+5,621)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    75,048 miles
    Test number
    911898137137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    69,427 miles
    Test number
    271309236131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 KUB

Does Y285 KUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 KUB expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 KUB?
The MOT on Y285 KUB expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 KUB done?
Y285 KUB was recorded at 151,525 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2022, an average of 5,246 miles a year.
Has Y285 KUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 KUB has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on Y285 KUB 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 Y285 KUB find?
Y285 KUB passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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