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Volkswagen Golf

Beige · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y291 SUDMOT history

Y291 SUD is a beige diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 205,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

Y291 SUD beige Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
205,474 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 SUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y291 SUD was last recorded at 205,474 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 7,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,936 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,538 miles
Average per year
8,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,474 miles
  • 2025 – 197,936 miles
  • 2024 – 190,026 miles
  • 2023 – 181,955 miles
  • 2022 – 173,632 miles
  • 2021 – 166,102 miles
  • 2020 – 157,519 miles
  • 2019 – 147,221 miles
  • 2018 – 135,849 miles
  • 2017 – 122,668 miles
  • 2016 – 108,516 miles
  • 2015 – 100,517 miles
  • 2014 – 98,260 miles
  • 2013 – 93,457 miles
  • 2012 – 87,626 miles
  • 2011 – 80,987 miles
  • 2010 – 72,693 miles
  • 2009 – 64,769 miles
  • 2008 – 58,046 miles
  • 2007 – 49,273 miles
  • 2006 – 37,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail205,474 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Axle deformed and unserviceable Rear axle corroded and deformed badly (5.1.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Middle exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Tyres showing of age

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail205,474 miles (+7,538)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,474 miles
    Test number
    202707830234
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle deformed and unserviceable Rear axle corroded and deformed badly (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Middle exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass197,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    197,936 miles
    Test number
    126650238629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail197,936 miles (+7,910)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,936 miles
    Test number
    279531622391
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both front bushs worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Power steering ram leaking Power steering rack leaking fluid badly (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass190,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    190,026 miles
    Test number
    125919445604
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail190,024 miles (+8,069)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,024 miles
    Test number
    605170524350
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass181,955 miles (+8,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    181,955 miles
    Test number
    599898776963
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass173,632 miles (+7,530)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,632 miles
    Test number
    270493203732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass166,102 miles (+8,583)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    166,102 miles
    Test number
    170188769625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass157,519 miles (+10,298)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    157,519 miles
    Test number
    819606120977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,221 miles (+11,372)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,221 miles
    Test number
    422811474100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    135,849 miles
    Test number
    367443080489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,833 miles (+13,165)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,833 miles
    Test number
    970743676412
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass122,668 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,668 miles
    Test number
    549910742630
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres showing of age

  14. Fail122,652 miles (+14,136)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,652 miles
    Test number
    537231074091
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres showing of age

  15. Pass108,516 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,516 miles
    Test number
    859218558162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,493 miles (+7,976)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,493 miles
    Test number
    426011644967
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass100,517 miles (+2,257)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,517 miles
    Test number
    496375435178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,260 miles (+4,803)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,260 miles
    Test number
    785706524192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,457 miles (+5,831)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,457 miles
    Test number
    269117533403
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass87,626 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,626 miles
    Test number
    378285822146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail87,626 miles (+6,639)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,626 miles
    Test number
    705565922184
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass80,987 miles (+8,294)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,987 miles
    Test number
    568500641182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,693 miles (+7,924)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    763169830135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,769 miles (+6,723)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,769 miles
    Test number
    563162949117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,046 miles (+8,773)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    58,046 miles
    Test number
    151696538152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,273 miles (+11,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,273 miles
    Test number
    630108737137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass37,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,731 miles
    Test number
    371785846199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y291 SUD

Does Y291 SUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y291 SUD expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y291 SUD?
The MOT on Y291 SUD expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y291 SUD done?
Y291 SUD was recorded at 205,474 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 8,222 miles a year.
Has Y291 SUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 SUD has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y291 SUD 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 SUD find?
Y291 SUD failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear axle deformed and unserviceable rear axle corroded and deformed badly; nearside front brake hose excessively damaged, and 4 more.

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