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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y296 UTRMOT history

Y296 UTR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 110,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

Y296 UTR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2025
Mileage
110,581 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 UTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y296 UTR was last recorded at 110,581 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 6,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,211 miles · 2 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6,370 miles
Average per year
4,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,581 miles
  • 2024 – 104,211 miles
  • 2023 – 103,888 miles
  • 2022 – 99,289 miles
  • 2021 – 96,806 miles
  • 2020 – 85,301 miles
  • 2019 – 83,118 miles
  • 2018 – 78,233 miles
  • 2017 – 73,504 miles
  • 2016 – 70,091 miles
  • 2015 – 65,089 miles
  • 2014 – 64,507 miles
  • 2013 – 59,430 miles
  • 2012 – 53,681 miles
  • 2011 – 49,284 miles
  • 2010 – 44,373 miles
  • 2009 – 39,542 miles
  • 2008 – 35,752 miles
  • 2007 – 33,036 miles
  • 2006 – 30,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,581 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack inner ball joint worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to un bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to un bond (5.3.4 (a) (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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,581 miles (+6,370)7 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,581 miles
    Test number
    325812178333
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack inner ball joint worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to un bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to un bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,211 miles (+323)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,211 miles
    Test number
    539977250311
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail103,888 miles (+4,599)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,888 miles
    Test number
    662778562164
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass99,289 miles (+2,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,289 miles
    Test number
    422337826403
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass96,806 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    333627532972
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail96,806 miles (+11,505)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    427255505588
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass85,301 miles (+2,183)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,301 miles
    Test number
    958749621083
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass83,118 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    346417639593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,233 miles (+4,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,233 miles
    Test number
    662687021336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass73,504 miles (+3,413)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    73,504 miles
    Test number
    671127752253
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNear side front shock leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass70,091 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    70,091 miles
    Test number
    514823121458
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Fail70,091 miles (+5,002)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,091 miles
    Test number
    274424269222
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  13. Pass65,089 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    65,089 miles
    Test number
    713748451510
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail65,070 miles (+563)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,070 miles
    Test number
    615361960225
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass64,507 miles (+5,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,507 miles
    Test number
    929389744337
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass59,430 miles (+5,749)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,430 miles
    Test number
    678196443305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,681 miles (+4,397)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    53,681 miles
    Test number
    417015932372
    • NoteExhaust tail section corroded

  18. Pass49,284 miles (+4,911)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,284 miles
    Test number
    275653141327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,373 miles (+19)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,373 miles
    Test number
    574410440328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise both rear brakes slight binding
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged

  20. Fail44,354 miles (+4,812)2 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,354 miles
    Test number
    561018430358
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise both rear brakes slight binding
    • NoteAdvise nearside front wheel rim damaged
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged

  21. Pass39,542 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,542 miles
    Test number
    204882259341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,549 miles (+2,797)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,549 miles
    Test number
    303057239228
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing on the inner and outer tread bands.

  23. Pass35,752 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,752 miles
    Test number
    623315238289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,036 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,036 miles
    Test number
    344366937250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,624 miles
    Test number
    131628636246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y296 UTR

Does Y296 UTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 UTR expired on 1 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 UTR?
The MOT on Y296 UTR expired on 1 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 UTR done?
Y296 UTR was recorded at 110,581 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 4,299 miles a year.
Has Y296 UTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 UTR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y296 UTR 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 Y296 UTR find?
Y296 UTR failed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 7 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front outer steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack inner ball joint worn; offside headlamp aim too high, and 7 more.

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