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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y295 BLSMOT history

Y295 BLS is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2022.

Y295 BLS green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2022
Mileage
81,439 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y295 BLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y295 BLS was last recorded at 81,439 miles on 16 Feb 2022, 929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,510 miles · 10 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
929 miles
Average per year
3,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,439 miles
  • 2021 – 80,510 miles
  • 2020 – 80,122 miles
  • 2019 – 77,195 miles
  • 2018 – 74,306 miles
  • 2017 – 70,869 miles
  • 2016 – 67,323 miles
  • 2015 – 63,790 miles
  • 2014 – 60,221 miles
  • 2013 – 55,515 miles
  • 2012 – 51,960 miles
  • 2011 – 47,774 miles
  • 2010 – 43,794 miles
  • 2009 – 38,760 miles
  • 2008 – 33,913 miles
  • 2007 – 29,090 miles
  • 2006 – 23,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,439 miles
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail81,439 miles (+929)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,439 miles
    Test number
    621092730880
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,510 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,510 miles
    Test number
    660679911692
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail80,509 miles (+387)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,509 miles
    Test number
    537707253854
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre clamp and mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,122 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,122 miles
    Test number
    181715701553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail80,121 miles (+2,926)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,121 miles
    Test number
    175666732249
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass77,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,195 miles
    Test number
    248412932490
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail77,195 miles (+2,889)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,195 miles
    Test number
    846900662278
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass74,306 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,306 miles
    Test number
    541030288586
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail74,306 miles (+3,437)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,306 miles
    Test number
    727424471787
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass70,869 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    70,869 miles
    Test number
    652292675664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded INTO FLEXY (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak ENGINE AREA
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing FRONTS AND REARS (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded FRONTS AND REARS (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail70,869 miles (+3,546)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,869 miles
    Test number
    554128369926
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded INTO FLEXY (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak ENGINE AREA
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing FRONTS AND REARS (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded FRONTS AND REARS (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass67,323 miles (+3,533)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,323 miles
    Test number
    743233971216
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules BOTH REAR FLEXYS (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing FRONTS AND REARS (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONTS (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded FRONTS AND REARS (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass63,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,790 miles
    Test number
    968989545010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,790 miles (+3,569)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,790 miles
    Test number
    696279245042
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass60,221 miles (+4,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,221 miles
    Test number
    929349844057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass55,515 miles (+3,555)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,515 miles
    Test number
    138850853054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear axle bush split
    • NoteOffside rear axle bush split

  17. Pass51,960 miles (+4,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    51,960 miles
    Test number
    198625442463
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass47,774 miles (+3,980)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    47,774 miles
    Test number
    118788731477
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs near minimum thickness

  19. Pass43,794 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,794 miles
    Test number
    550403950070
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail43,794 miles (+5,034)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,794 miles
    Test number
    760223250009
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass38,760 miles (+4,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,760 miles
    Test number
    470674259059
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail33,913 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,913 miles
    Test number
    293916548030
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass33,913 miles (+4,823)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,913 miles
    Test number
    512936848046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,090 miles (+6,005)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,090 miles
    Test number
    404743557090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,085 miles
    Test number
    123091256449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y295 BLS

Does Y295 BLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y295 BLS expired on 18 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y295 BLS?
The MOT on Y295 BLS expired on 18 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y295 BLS done?
Y295 BLS was recorded at 81,439 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2022, an average of 3,650 miles a year.
Has Y295 BLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y295 BLS has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y295 BLS 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 Y295 BLS find?
Y295 BLS failed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2022 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, and 6 more.

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