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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y299 CDSMOT history

Y299 CDS is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2022.

Y299 CDS silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2023
Mileage
85,674 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y299 CDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2023
Latest MOT test
20 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y299 CDS was last recorded at 85,674 miles on 20 May 2022, 343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,331 miles · 29 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
343 miles
Average per year
3,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,674 miles
  • 2021 – 85,331 miles
  • 2020 – 84,446 miles
  • 2019 – 81,832 miles
  • 2017 – 79,665 miles
  • 2016 – 76,381 miles
  • 2015 – 74,045 miles
  • 2014 – 71,363 miles
  • 2013 – 70,051 miles
  • 2012 – 67,904 miles
  • 2011 – 65,909 miles
  • 2010 – 59,173 miles
  • 2009 – 54,344 miles
  • 2008 – 49,631 miles
  • 2007 – 43,441 miles
  • 2006 – 36,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,674 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not seriously weakened

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,674 miles (+343)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    85,674 miles
    Test number
    259210023299
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not seriously weakened

  2. Pass85,331 miles (+885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,331 miles
    Test number
    629829502193
    • AdvisoryCO emissions reading just met the pass requirements
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills, inner and outer, are corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryRear axel is corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes are slightly corroded

  3. Pass84,446 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,446 miles
    Test number
    961988309137
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail84,445 miles (+2,613)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,445 miles
    Test number
    584412003896
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,832 miles (+2,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,832 miles
    Test number
    650333728557
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

  6. Pass79,665 miles (+3,284)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,665 miles
    Test number
    327848573935
    • AdvisoryADVISORY E M L LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases AT CAT ALSO EXHAUST CORRODED (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  7. Pass76,381 miles (+2,336)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,381 miles
    Test number
    181914811006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,045 miles (+2,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,045 miles
    Test number
    778204467825
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat corroded (7.1.2)

  9. Pass71,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,363 miles
    Test number
    726037714346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,363 miles (+1,312)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,363 miles
    Test number
    499766014444
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass70,051 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,051 miles
    Test number
    937217533369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,021 miles (+2,117)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,021 miles
    Test number
    468821733480
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  13. Pass67,904 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,904 miles
    Test number
    758436242391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,894 miles (+1,985)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,894 miles
    Test number
    996645042339
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass65,909 miles (+2)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    65,909 miles
    Test number
    128581541326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wiperblade torn

  16. Fail65,907 miles (+55)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,907 miles
    Test number
    425145131482
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brakes 23% imbalanced
    • NoteRear wiperblade torn

  17. Pass65,852 miles (+6,679)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,852 miles
    Test number
    286311861486
    • NoteN/s/r and both front tyres worn

  18. Pass59,173 miles (+4,829)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,173 miles
    Test number
    350361320113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,344 miles (+4,713)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,344 miles
    Test number
    842544729115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,631 miles (+6,190)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,631 miles
    Test number
    970046328191
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass43,441 miles (+6,480)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,441 miles
    Test number
    613544427152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,961 miles
    Test number
    501634226188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y299 CDS

Does Y299 CDS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y299 CDS expired on 19 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y299 CDS?
The MOT on Y299 CDS expired on 19 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y299 CDS done?
Y299 CDS was recorded at 85,674 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2022, an average of 3,036 miles a year.
Has Y299 CDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y299 CDS has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on Y299 CDS 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 Y299 CDS find?
Y299 CDS passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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