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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y291 GHTMOT history

Y291 GHT is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 177,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2023.

Y291 GHT black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2024
Mileage
177,698 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 GHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y291 GHT was last recorded at 177,698 miles on 6 Feb 2023, 6,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,095 miles · 21 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
6,603 miles
Average per year
7,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 177,698 miles
  • 2022 – 171,095 miles
  • 2021 – 166,545 miles
  • 2019 – 165,545 miles
  • 2018 – 152,439 miles
  • 2016 – 148,210 miles
  • 2015 – 148,126 miles
  • 2014 – 147,904 miles
  • 2013 – 135,345 miles
  • 2012 – 121,216 miles
  • 2011 – 103,400 miles
  • 2010 – 97,015 miles
  • 2009 – 90,582 miles
  • 2008 – 88,728 miles
  • 2007 – 75,948 miles
  • 2006 – 54,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,698 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,698 miles (+6,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    177,698 miles
    Test number
    215906167159
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass171,095 miles (+4,550)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    171,095 miles
    Test number
    819064156235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    166,545 miles
    Test number
    950883246900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    604270948040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    369169774770
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass165,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    165,545 miles
    Test number
    428860811194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail165,545 miles (+13,106)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,545 miles
    Test number
    484392684709
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass152,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    152,439 miles
    Test number
    195496824547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail152,439 miles (+4,229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,439 miles
    Test number
    949575454297
    • Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass148,210 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    148,210 miles
    Test number
    993222298943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail148,126 miles (+222)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,126 miles
    Test number
    972641181683
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear mountings poor condition

  12. Pass147,904 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    147,904 miles
    Test number
    135131964265
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail147,904 miles (+12,559)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,904 miles
    Test number
    166291464207
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass135,345 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    135,345 miles
    Test number
    577819853238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail135,340 miles (+14,124)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,340 miles
    Test number
    735125653292
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail121,216 miles1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,216 miles
    Test number
    478772052255
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth Number Plates Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread

  17. Pass121,216 miles (+17,816)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    121,216 miles
    Test number
    878742952260
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth Number Plates Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread

  18. Pass103,400 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    103,400 miles
    Test number
    665708831260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail103,387 miles (+6,372)3 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,387 miles
    Test number
    359206231261
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass97,015 miles (+6,433)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    97,015 miles
    Test number
    391415240205
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn

  21. Pass90,582 miles (+1,854)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    90,582 miles
    Test number
    730694439256
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inside edge

  22. Pass88,728 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    88,728 miles
    Test number
    752983468291
    • DangerousOil leak

  23. Fail88,728 miles (+12,780)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,728 miles
    Test number
    572420868266
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass75,948 miles (+21,539)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,948 miles
    Test number
    180047157122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    54,409 miles
    Test number
    990558356165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y291 GHT

Does Y291 GHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y291 GHT expired on 20 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y291 GHT?
The MOT on Y291 GHT expired on 20 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y291 GHT done?
Y291 GHT was recorded at 177,698 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2023, an average of 7,397 miles a year.
Has Y291 GHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 GHT has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on Y291 GHT 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 Y291 GHT find?
Y291 GHT passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2023 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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