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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y297 PHNMOT history

Y297 PHN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2021.

Y297 PHN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2022
Mileage
151,012 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 PHN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 PHN was last recorded at 151,012 miles on 15 Nov 2021, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,010 miles · 11 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 151,012 miles
  • 2020 – 142,948 miles
  • 2019 – 137,456 miles
  • 2018 – 133,020 miles
  • 2017 – 128,588 miles
  • 2016 – 123,979 miles
  • 2015 – 118,200 miles
  • 2014 – 110,502 miles
  • 2013 – 102,736 miles
  • 2012 – 93,706 miles
  • 2011 – 85,354 miles
  • 2010 – 79,329 miles
  • 2009 – 72,053 miles
  • 2008 – 64,895 miles
  • 2007 – 57,599 miles
  • 2006 – 47,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,012 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear light corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySecond hand sub frame fitted covered in under seal

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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,012 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,012 miles
    Test number
    419272689970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear light corrosion
    • AdvisorySecond hand sub frame fitted covered in under seal

  2. Fail151,010 miles (+270)1 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,010 miles
    Test number
    242753052080
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened bottom arm fixing area (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted headlight (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear light corrosion

  3. Fail150,740 miles (+7,792)3 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,740 miles
    Test number
    398834568576
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by cat,blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass142,948 miles (+5,492)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    142,948 miles
    Test number
    947183309356
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,456 miles (+4,436)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,456 miles
    Test number
    788494502111
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front undertray loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm,outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass133,020 miles (+4,432)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    133,020 miles
    Test number
    886802305583
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass128,588 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    128,588 miles
    Test number
    131128474089
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail128,587 miles (+4,608)3 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,587 miles
    Test number
    325094857694
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass123,979 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    520634760434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail123,979 miles (+5,779)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    268985554547
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass118,200 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    118,200 miles
    Test number
    519067468657
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail118,197 miles (+7,695)4 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,197 miles
    Test number
    403307157031
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass110,502 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,502 miles
    Test number
    507085764251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust degraded
    • NoteFront subframe slightly corroded
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail110,500 miles (+7,764)7 failures6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,500 miles
    Test number
    389425064490
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust degraded
    • NoteFront subframe slightly corroded
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass102,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    102,736 miles
    Test number
    728066963218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,736 miles (+9,030)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,736 miles
    Test number
    897743363297
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass93,706 miles (+8,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    93,706 miles
    Test number
    399838962456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass85,354 miles (+6,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    616565151251
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass79,329 miles (+7,276)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,329 miles
    Test number
    572583260277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,053 miles (+7,158)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    323865669435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,895 miles (+7,296)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,895 miles
    Test number
    260026268208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,599 miles (+10,315)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,599 miles
    Test number
    743202667256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,284 miles
    Test number
    194558766261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 PHN

Does Y297 PHN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 PHN expired on 14 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 PHN?
The MOT on Y297 PHN expired on 14 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 PHN done?
Y297 PHN was recorded at 151,012 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2021, an average of 6,851 miles a year.
Has Y297 PHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 PHN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y297 PHN 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 PHN find?
Y297 PHN passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2021 with 9 advisories: nearside front suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive; nearside inner suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; nearside oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal, and 6 more.

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