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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y294 OFEMOT history

Y294 OFE is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 175,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

Y294 OFE grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
175,983 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 OFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 OFE was last recorded at 175,983 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 11,622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,361 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,622 miles
Average per year
6,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,983 miles
  • 2025 – 164,361 miles
  • 2024 – 158,109 miles
  • 2023 – 152,222 miles
  • 2022 – 145,754 miles
  • 2021 – 140,086 miles
  • 2020 – 135,862 miles
  • 2019 – 129,493 miles
  • 2018 – 121,305 miles
  • 2017 – 115,213 miles
  • 2016 – 108,755 miles
  • 2015 – 103,270 miles
  • 2014 – 100,045 miles
  • 2013 – 94,584 miles
  • 2012 – 87,336 miles
  • 2011 – 78,294 miles
  • 2010 – 71,173 miles
  • 2009 – 64,708 miles
  • 2008 – 57,625 miles
  • 2007 – 48,497 miles
  • 2006 – 38,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,983 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,983 miles (+11,622)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    175,983 miles
    Test number
    674941194610
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass164,361 miles (+6,252)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    164,361 miles
    Test number
    796576058182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass158,109 miles (+5,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    158,109 miles
    Test number
    371442372223
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  4. Pass152,222 miles (+6,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    152,222 miles
    Test number
    320071593008
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass145,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    145,754 miles
    Test number
    174122712759
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail145,752 miles (+5,666)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,752 miles
    Test number
    235702804838
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass140,086 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    140,086 miles
    Test number
    594441134234
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail140,083 miles (+4,221)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,083 miles
    Test number
    173879690916
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,862 miles (+6,369)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,862 miles
    Test number
    894466375945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,493 miles (+8,188)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,493 miles
    Test number
    139378215535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,305 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,305 miles
    Test number
    468827912717
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail121,305 miles (+6,092)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,305 miles
    Test number
    338525033741
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass115,213 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,213 miles
    Test number
    282355203756
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 3mm also worn on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine sump area
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail115,213 miles (+6,458)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,213 miles
    Test number
    889675228588
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 3mm also worn on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine sump area
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass108,755 miles (+5,485)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,755 miles
    Test number
    351697720345
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s front lower arm rear mounting bush deteriated and slight movement found
    • AdvisoryO/s front shock absorber top mounting has slight lift
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass103,270 miles (+3,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,270 miles
    Test number
    746265885041
    • NoteEngine mounting has slight movement

  17. Pass100,045 miles (+5,461)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,045 miles
    Test number
    396008274098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,584 miles (+7,248)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,584 miles
    Test number
    955920783066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,336 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,336 miles
    Test number
    666003382006
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass87,336 miles (+9,042)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,336 miles
    Test number
    859493182069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,294 miles (+7,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,294 miles
    Test number
    187052481451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass71,173 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,173 miles
    Test number
    964792480050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,172 miles (+6,464)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,172 miles
    Test number
    361191880050
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  24. Pass64,708 miles (+7,083)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,708 miles
    Test number
    863656889067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,625 miles (+9,128)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,625 miles
    Test number
    104797888002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,497 miles (+9,585)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,497 miles
    Test number
    431228577096
    • NoteFRONT WINDSCREEN CHIP JUST OUTSIDE ZONE A

  27. Pass38,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,912 miles
    Test number
    133037486003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y294 OFE

Does Y294 OFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y294 OFE is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y294 OFE?
The MOT on Y294 OFE is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y294 OFE done?
Y294 OFE was recorded at 175,983 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 6,849 miles a year.
Has Y294 OFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 OFE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y294 OFE 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 Y294 OFE find?
Y294 OFE passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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