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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y299 WOFMOT history

Y299 WOF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 71,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

Y299 WOF silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
71,310 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y299 WOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y299 WOF was last recorded at 71,310 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,299 miles · 14 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,310 miles
  • 2025 – 70,701 miles
  • 2024 – 70,059 miles
  • 2023 – 68,697 miles
  • 2022 – 67,573 miles
  • 2021 – 66,551 miles
  • 2020 – 65,827 miles
  • 2019 – 64,122 miles
  • 2018 – 61,895 miles
  • 2017 – 59,777 miles
  • 2016 – 57,701 miles
  • 2015 – 55,474 miles
  • 2014 – 53,804 miles
  • 2013 – 52,217 miles
  • 2012 – 50,358 miles
  • 2011 – 49,479 miles
  • 2010 – 49,039 miles
  • 2009 – 44,549 miles
  • 2008 – 41,544 miles
  • 2007 – 37,537 miles
  • 2006 – 30,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,310 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,310 miles (+11)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    71,310 miles
    Test number
    875726538850
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail71,299 miles (+598)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    521392598417
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine light

  3. Pass70,701 miles (+14)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    70,701 miles
    Test number
    571657187391
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh travel on hand brake

  4. Fail70,687 miles (+628)1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,687 miles
    Test number
    144523837281
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh travel on hand brake

  5. Pass70,059 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    70,059 miles
    Test number
    846674478141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail70,055 miles (+1,358)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,055 miles
    Test number
    794771229910
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed tickover irratic (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass68,697 miles (+1,124)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,697 miles
    Test number
    853117920237
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded

  8. Pass67,573 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    661896189444
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail67,573 miles (+1,022)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    420071992934
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,551 miles (+724)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,551 miles
    Test number
    493326412024
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  11. Pass65,827 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,827 miles
    Test number
    973975667764
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  12. Fail65,808 miles (+1,686)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,808 miles
    Test number
    446288260202
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  13. Pass64,122 miles (+2,227)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,122 miles
    Test number
    280865121827
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight lip on front brake discs
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  14. Pass61,895 miles (+2,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,895 miles
    Test number
    170088502205
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass59,777 miles (+2,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,777 miles
    Test number
    719225938547
    • AdvisoryEngine light indicates there may be a fault

  16. Pass57,701 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,701 miles
    Test number
    800159578665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,675 miles (+2,201)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,675 miles
    Test number
    312879668473
    • 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)

  18. Fail55,474 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,474 miles
    Test number
    208767815107
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAxle bushes split
    • NoteWipers split

  19. Pass55,474 miles (+1,670)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,474 miles
    Test number
    679797315185
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAxle bushes split
    • NoteWipers split

  20. Fail53,804 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,804 miles
    Test number
    349824914134
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear axle bushes splitting

  21. Pass53,804 miles (+1,587)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,804 miles
    Test number
    646904914133
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear axle bushes splitting

  22. Fail52,217 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,217 miles
    Test number
    745825113187
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAxle bushes splitting

  23. Pass52,217 miles (+1,859)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,217 miles
    Test number
    839695413154
    • NoteAxle bushes splitting

  24. Pass50,358 miles (+879)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,358 miles
    Test number
    195713222116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar clamp bushes splitting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre heavily cracked
    • NoteRear axle bushes splitting

  25. Pass49,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,479 miles
    Test number
    349970141132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,479 miles (+440)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,479 miles
    Test number
    569180641163
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass49,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,039 miles
    Test number
    300731310130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail49,039 miles (+4,490)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,039 miles
    Test number
    250869700166
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass44,549 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,549 miles
    Test number
    440327209162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass41,544 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,544 miles
    Test number
    381450318179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail37,537 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,537 miles
    Test number
    183294317136
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass37,537 miles (+7,161)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,537 miles
    Test number
    243014717429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass30,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,376 miles
    Test number
    440117816125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y299 WOF

Does Y299 WOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y299 WOF is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y299 WOF?
The MOT on Y299 WOF is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y299 WOF done?
Y299 WOF was recorded at 71,310 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 1,999 miles a year.
Has Y299 WOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y299 WOF has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y299 WOF 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 WOF find?
Y299 WOF passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 3 more.

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