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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y295 GFCMOT history

Y295 GFC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 130,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2024.

Y295 GFC silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2025
Mileage
130,305 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y295 GFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y295 GFC was last recorded at 130,305 miles on 26 Feb 2024, 2,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,742 miles · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
2,563 miles
Average per year
5,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,305 miles
  • 2023 – 127,742 miles
  • 2022 – 124,432 miles
  • 2021 – 121,381 miles
  • 2020 – 116,871 miles
  • 2019 – 110,927 miles
  • 2018 – 106,043 miles
  • 2017 – 102,233 miles
  • 2016 – 97,643 miles
  • 2015 – 93,426 miles
  • 2014 – 87,536 miles
  • 2013 – 81,481 miles
  • 2012 – 76,499 miles
  • 2011 – 69,779 miles
  • 2010 – 61,900 miles
  • 2009 – 59,164 miles
  • 2008 – 53,537 miles
  • 2007 – 45,192 miles
  • 2006 – 36,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,305 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low on tread and inners worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,305 miles
    Test number
    445119952309
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low on tread and inners worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail130,305 miles (+2,563)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,305 miles
    Test number
    891978042101
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low on tread and inners worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass127,742 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    127,742 miles
    Test number
    707748665703
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail127,737 miles (+3,305)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,737 miles
    Test number
    772618967188
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass124,432 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,432 miles
    Test number
    663606260890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail124,429 miles (+3,048)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,429 miles
    Test number
    934025301715
    • DangerousFront Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is inoperative no downward movement (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass121,381 miles (+4,510)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,381 miles
    Test number
    193082836930
    • AdvisoryEML Light showing a fault
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,871 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,871 miles
    Test number
    146320222215
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail116,869 miles (+5,942)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,869 miles
    Test number
    695317046324
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded leading to offside rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass110,927 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,927 miles
    Test number
    983173850006
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension little movement

  11. Fail110,924 miles (+4,881)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,924 miles
    Test number
    556159092466
    • DangerousFront Coil spring modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.1 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass106,043 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    106,043 miles
    Test number
    869776088160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front lower suspension arms

  13. Fail106,041 miles (+3,808)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,041 miles
    Test number
    408450064513
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front lower suspension arms

  14. Pass102,233 miles (+4,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    327622568180
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face edges corroding (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test items hanging on mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass97,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    97,643 miles
    Test number
    623704639150
    • AdvisoryCuts on nearside rear tyre inner side wall that should be checked
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished on inner edge of tread and should be checked

  16. Fail97,643 miles (+4,217)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,643 miles
    Test number
    459886063401
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished on inner edge of tread and should be checked

  17. Pass93,426 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    93,426 miles
    Test number
    748963145023
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED

  18. Fail93,426 miles (+5,890)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,426 miles
    Test number
    188551445018
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED
    • NoteOIL LEVEL LOW

  19. Pass87,536 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    87,536 miles
    Test number
    626472354021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail87,536 miles (+6,055)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,536 miles
    Test number
    369561554006
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass81,481 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    81,481 miles
    Test number
    609536133000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAIR BAG LIGHT ON
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT , NEARSIDE FRONT , AND OFFSIDE REAR WHEELS HAVE SLIGHTLY DISTORTED BEAD RIMS

  22. Fail81,481 miles (+4,982)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,481 miles
    Test number
    655231333070
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAIR BAG LIGHT ON
    • NoteENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT , NEARSIDE FRONT , AND OFFSIDE REAR WHEELS HAVE SLIGHTLY DISTORTED BEAD RIMS

  23. Pass76,499 miles (+6,720)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,499 miles
    Test number
    806691442033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,779 miles (+7,879)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,779 miles
    Test number
    419371441075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre fitted is a run flat on a standard alloy and the only run flat on the front
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outter wall slight splits not deep

  25. Pass61,900 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,900 miles
    Test number
    102035850004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,164 miles (+5,627)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,164 miles
    Test number
    681428799046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,537 miles (+8,345)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,537 miles
    Test number
    141549198406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,192 miles
    Test number
    354880007117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail45,192 miles (+8,322)1 dangerous2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,192 miles
    Test number
    230470507428
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket in poor condition
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tyre near legal limit & slightly out of shape
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

  30. Pass36,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,870 miles
    Test number
    803130196034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y295 GFC

Does Y295 GFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y295 GFC expired on 25 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y295 GFC?
The MOT on Y295 GFC expired on 25 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y295 GFC done?
Y295 GFC was recorded at 130,305 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2024, an average of 5,217 miles a year.
Has Y295 GFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y295 GFC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y295 GFC 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 GFC find?
Y295 GFC passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low on tread and inners worn smooth; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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