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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y294 FLSMOT history

Y294 FLS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 133,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2024.

Y294 FLS blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
133,475 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2024
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 FLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y294 FLS was last recorded at 133,475 miles on 29 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jan 2024: 133,475 miles, lower than 138,444 miles on 30 Jan 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
138,444 miles · 30 Jan 2023
Average per year
3,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,475 miles
  • 2023 – 138,444 miles
  • 2020 – 133,373 miles
  • 2017 – 133,368 miles
  • 2016 – 133,322 miles
  • 2015 – 132,560 miles
  • 2011 – 118,289 miles
  • 2010 – 106,189 miles
  • 2009 – 94,817 miles
  • 2008 – 85,480 miles
  • 2007 – 76,499 miles
  • 2006 – 70,129 miles
  • 2005 – 59,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,475 miles
  • MajorBraking system leaking brake servo pipe split (1.1.3 (d))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements excessive brake travel required to illuminate brake lights (4.3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front x2 (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,475 miles (-4,969)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,475 miles
    Test number
    164454427661
    • MajorBraking system leaking brake servo pipe split (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements excessive brake travel required to illuminate brake lights (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass138,444 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,444 miles
    Test number
    449215665194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail138,436 miles (+5,063)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,436 miles
    Test number
    962818747950
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass133,373 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    133,373 miles
    Test number
    467065982148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass133,368 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    133,368 miles
    Test number
    305409728178
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Fail133,366 miles (+44)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,366 miles
    Test number
    275106907939
    • FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail133,322 miles (+762)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,322 miles
    Test number
    116888613174
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs becoming worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads starting to get low.
    • AdvisoryO/s parking brake has low effort.

  8. Pass132,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    132,560 miles
    Test number
    312610092923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail132,560 miles (+14,271)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,560 miles
    Test number
    398487937309
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass118,289 miles (+12,100)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    118,289 miles
    Test number
    359081001315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,189 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    106,189 miles
    Test number
    471763310376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail106,179 miles (+11,362)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,179 miles
    Test number
    464022010496
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  13. Pass94,817 miles (+9,337)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,817 miles
    Test number
    643437109379
    • NoteAll four road springs loose when vehicle jacked up (but do not come out of saddles)

  14. Pass85,480 miles (+8,981)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    85,480 miles
    Test number
    411117718371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass76,499 miles (+6,370)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    76,499 miles
    Test number
    611008377281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,129 miles (+10,771)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    70,129 miles
    Test number
    393813286243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2006
    Odometer
    59,358 miles
    Test number
    902056035181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y294 FLS

Does Y294 FLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y294 FLS expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y294 FLS?
The MOT on Y294 FLS expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y294 FLS done?
Y294 FLS was recorded at 133,475 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2024, an average of 3,962 miles a year.
Has Y294 FLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 FLS has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y294 FLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y294 FLS find?
Y294 FLS failed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2024 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: braking system leaking brake servo pipe split; emissions unable to be completed engine overheating; offside front anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached, and 7 more.

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