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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y297 MJOMOT history

Y297 MJO is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 156,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2021.

Y297 MJO red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2021
Mileage
156,346 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 MJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y297 MJO was last recorded at 156,346 miles on 19 Nov 2021, 6,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,141 miles · 23 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
6,205 miles
Average per year
7,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 156,346 miles
  • 2020 – 150,141 miles
  • 2019 – 144,014 miles
  • 2018 – 136,842 miles
  • 2017 – 130,313 miles
  • 2015 – 125,210 miles
  • 2014 – 114,058 miles
  • 2013 – 103,258 miles
  • 2012 – 92,396 miles
  • 2011 – 82,800 miles
  • 2010 – 73,930 miles
  • 2009 – 69,010 miles
  • 2008 – 63,676 miles
  • 2007 – 55,878 miles
  • 2006 – 40,117 miles
  • 2005 – 29,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,346 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached mounting bolts loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning lamp illuminated
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted ALL (5.2.2 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,346 miles (+6,205)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,346 miles
    Test number
    846173865396
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached mounting bolts loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted ALL (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass150,141 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    150,141 miles
    Test number
    395660753842
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Fail150,137 miles (+6,123)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,137 miles
    Test number
    866214091838
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both. (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible Both. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass144,014 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,014 miles
    Test number
    266603083884
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer constant velocity boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail144,000 miles (+7,158)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,000 miles
    Test number
    979643101277
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer constant velocity boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass136,842 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    136,842 miles
    Test number
    540232425102
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre sidewall damage.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Both. (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (6.3.1d)

  7. Fail136,840 miles (+6,527)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,840 miles
    Test number
    327884610081
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre sidewall damage.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Both. (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass130,313 miles (+5,103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    130,313 miles
    Test number
    921367931935
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass125,210 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    125,210 miles
    Test number
    565136115287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner bushes
    • AdvisoryVehicle started to over heat ( rad fan not working)

  10. Fail125,210 miles (+11,152)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,210 miles
    Test number
    878915961264
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner bushes
    • AdvisoryVehicle started to over heat ( rad fan not working)

  11. Pass114,058 miles (+10,800)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    114,058 miles
    Test number
    876416914356
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteScreen cracked @ bottom ( outside drivers view )

  12. Pass103,258 miles (+10,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    103,258 miles
    Test number
    155645623308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass92,396 miles (+9,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,396 miles
    Test number
    235284322342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass82,800 miles (+8,870)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    82,800 miles
    Test number
    935691151314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,930 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,930 miles
    Test number
    412729440308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,010 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,010 miles
    Test number
    642072169294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,676 miles (+7,798)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,676 miles
    Test number
    902590458228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,878 miles
    Test number
    330605757451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,878 miles (+15,761)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,878 miles
    Test number
    303704157268
    • 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)

  20. Pass40,117 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    40,117 miles
    Test number
    990535636297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail40,091 miles (+10,818)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,091 miles
    Test number
    494799226288
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass29,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    29,273 miles
    Test number
    261209085115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 MJO

Does Y297 MJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 MJO expired on 22 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 MJO?
The MOT on Y297 MJO expired on 22 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 MJO done?
Y297 MJO was recorded at 156,346 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2021, an average of 7,764 miles a year.
Has Y297 MJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 MJO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y297 MJO 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 Y297 MJO find?
Y297 MJO failed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached mounting bolts loose; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 13 more.

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