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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y299 RNVMOT history

Y299 RNV is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 137,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

Y299 RNV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2023
Mileage
137,747 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y299 RNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y299 RNV was last recorded at 137,747 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 83,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
54,344 miles · 25 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
83,403 miles
Average per year
6,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,747 miles
  • 2021 – 54,344 miles
  • 2019 – 130,858 miles
  • 2018 – 127,386 miles
  • 2017 – 123,416 miles
  • 2016 – 119,110 miles
  • 2015 – 114,778 miles
  • 2014 – 109,216 miles
  • 2013 – 105,246 miles
  • 2012 – 100,898 miles
  • 2011 – 90,905 miles
  • 2010 – 79,496 miles
  • 2009 – 70,411 miles
  • 2008 – 59,376 miles
  • 2007 – 48,566 miles
  • 2006 – 38,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,747 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both side (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Coil spring corroded ALL

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Coolant leak RADIATOR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive ROCKER COVER GASKET

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass137,747 miles (+83,403)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    137,747 miles
    Test number
    296512617825
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both side (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass54,344 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    54,344 miles
    Test number
    556566022230
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail134,353 miles (+3,495)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,353 miles
    Test number
    990293865832
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass130,858 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,858 miles
    Test number
    991092304384
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak RADIATOR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner CV gaiter damaged quite heavily & deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ROCKER COVER GASKET (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have nails
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering inner tie-rod joints

  5. Fail130,858 miles (+3,472)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,858 miles
    Test number
    835081694691
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak RADIATOR
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ROCKER COVER GASKET (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass127,386 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    127,386 miles
    Test number
    568702841597
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels 'spongy', slightly 'soft'.
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads starting to wear thin
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRust evident under body, brake, steering & suspension parts noted

  7. Fail127,382 miles (+3,966)13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,382 miles
    Test number
    338285574380
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRust evident under body, brake, steering & suspension parts noted

  8. Pass123,416 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    123,416 miles
    Test number
    858199473257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in both steering inner tie rods
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear position lamps slightly differing intensities

  9. Fail123,416 miles (+4,306)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,416 miles
    Test number
    162834302676
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in both steering inner tie rods
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear position lamps slightly differing intensities

  10. Pass119,110 miles (+4,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,110 miles
    Test number
    864267316234
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  11. Pass114,778 miles (+5,562)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    114,778 miles
    Test number
    170441116986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,216 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    109,216 miles
    Test number
    388649874434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,246 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,246 miles
    Test number
    685490193252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,898 miles (+9,993)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    100,898 miles
    Test number
    998705562243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    90,905 miles
    Test number
    618940971210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,905 miles (+11,409)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,905 miles
    Test number
    499410871278
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass79,496 miles (+9,085)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,496 miles
    Test number
    361567560278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,411 miles (+11,035)1 dangerous3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,411 miles
    Test number
    923817769211
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront no; plate starting to fade
    • NoteN/s/f wing damaged
    • NoteN/s/r tyre going flat
    • NoteRear axle bushes starting to perish

  19. Pass59,376 miles (+10,810)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,376 miles
    Test number
    153056058245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,566 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    48,566 miles
    Test number
    651827557211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail48,566 miles (+9,897)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,566 miles
    Test number
    923606357249
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass38,669 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    38,669 miles
    Test number
    590299666286
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are stating to go out of shap.

Questions about Y299 RNV

Does Y299 RNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y299 RNV expired on 24 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y299 RNV?
The MOT on Y299 RNV expired on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y299 RNV done?
Y299 RNV was recorded at 137,747 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 6,395 miles a year.
Has Y299 RNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y299 RNV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y299 RNV 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 RNV find?
Y299 RNV passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both side; oil leak, but not excessive.

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