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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y285 NLRMOT history

Y285 NLR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 78,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

Y285 NLR blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2024
Mileage
78,388 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 NLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 NLR was last recorded at 78,388 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,577 miles · 21 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
811 miles
Average per year
3,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 78,388 miles
  • 2022 – 77,577 miles
  • 2021 – 76,421 miles
  • 2020 – 75,326 miles
  • 2019 – 73,459 miles
  • 2018 – 71,056 miles
  • 2017 – 67,881 miles
  • 2016 – 63,218 miles
  • 2015 – 58,382 miles
  • 2014 – 54,516 miles
  • 2013 – 50,334 miles
  • 2012 – 46,818 miles
  • 2011 – 43,588 miles
  • 2010 – 39,348 miles
  • 2009 – 32,375 miles
  • 2008 – 29,197 miles
  • 2007 – 25,005 miles
  • 2006 – 20,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,388 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder tray cover fitted

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,388 miles (+811)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,388 miles
    Test number
    560052791797
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray cover fitted

  2. Pass77,577 miles (+1,156)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,577 miles
    Test number
    556202786209
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass76,421 miles (+1,095)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,421 miles
    Test number
    705528236983
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid has a slight leak

  4. Pass75,326 miles (+1,867)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    830961689239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass73,459 miles (+2,403)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,459 miles
    Test number
    553299688166
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass71,056 miles (+3,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,056 miles
    Test number
    633337942950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  7. Pass67,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,881 miles
    Test number
    417998848585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,881 miles (+4,663)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,881 miles
    Test number
    844991238671
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass63,218 miles (+4,836)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,218 miles
    Test number
    549622133232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,382 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    417333285017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,516 miles (+4,182)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,516 miles
    Test number
    568122294072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,334 miles
    Test number
    509599793059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,334 miles (+3,516)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,334 miles
    Test number
    898839693081
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  14. Pass46,818 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    148577682079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,588 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,588 miles
    Test number
    277802201115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,348 miles (+6,973)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,348 miles
    Test number
    233895200451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,375 miles (+3,178)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,375 miles
    Test number
    242775019416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,197 miles (+4,192)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    29,197 miles
    Test number
    620965718185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,005 miles (+4,236)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,005 miles
    Test number
    312451017136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,769 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,769 miles
    Test number
    271071816184
    • 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)

Questions about Y285 NLR

Does Y285 NLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 NLR expired on 23 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 NLR?
The MOT on Y285 NLR expired on 23 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 NLR done?
Y285 NLR was recorded at 78,388 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 3,410 miles a year.
Has Y285 NLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 NLR has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on Y285 NLR 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 NLR find?
Y285 NLR passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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