Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y303 BLSMOT history

Y303 BLS is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 202,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

Y303 BLS silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
202,934 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,572 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y303 BLS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y303 BLS
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y303 BLS was last recorded at 202,934 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 4,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Apr 2017: 105,589 miles, lower than 171,198 miles on 7 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
198,282 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,652 miles
Average per year
7,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,934 miles
  • 2025 – 198,282 miles
  • 2024 – 193,971 miles
  • 2023 – 190,212 miles
  • 2022 – 186,546 miles
  • 2021 – 182,359 miles
  • 2020 – 181,465 miles
  • 2019 – 180,457 miles
  • 2017 – 178,630 miles
  • 2016 – 171,198 miles
  • 2015 – 162,171 miles
  • 2014 – 154,375 miles
  • 2013 – 147,815 miles
  • 2012 – 141,393 miles
  • 2011 – 134,625 miles
  • 2010 – 112,777 miles
  • 2009 – 95,344 miles
  • 2008 – 82,065 miles
  • 2007 – 67,267 miles
  • 2006 – 51,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,934 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,934 miles (+4,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    202,934 miles
    Test number
    774842478270
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass198,282 miles (+4,311)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    198,282 miles
    Test number
    729507308436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass193,971 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    193,971 miles
    Test number
    540768719117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass190,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    190,212 miles
    Test number
    210104769985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail190,212 miles (+3,666)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,212 miles
    Test number
    834483703262
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass186,546 miles (+4,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    186,546 miles
    Test number
    553003319896
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass182,359 miles (+894)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    182,359 miles
    Test number
    144967316940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass181,465 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    181,465 miles
    Test number
    956831469818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass180,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    180,457 miles
    Test number
    245365086944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail180,457 miles (+1,827)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,457 miles
    Test number
    340422573002
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass178,630 miles (+73,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    178,630 miles
    Test number
    454015930247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Fail105,589 miles (-65,609)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,589 miles
    Test number
    516351130357
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass171,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    171,198 miles
    Test number
    511774700378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail171,198 miles (+9,027)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,198 miles
    Test number
    976335429536
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass162,171 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    162,171 miles
    Test number
    819660995061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail162,169 miles (+7,794)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,169 miles
    Test number
    815013085009
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  17. Pass154,375 miles (+6,560)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    154,375 miles
    Test number
    208238074066
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass147,815 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    147,815 miles
    Test number
    815383653002
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s mirror damaged

  19. Fail147,812 miles (+6,419)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,812 miles
    Test number
    146493253445
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s mirror damaged

  20. Pass141,393 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    141,393 miles
    Test number
    816322632023
    • NoteBoth front innerdiscs gettin worn n/s/f shocker slight leak o/s/r shocker slight leak

  21. Fail141,393 miles (+6,768)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,393 miles
    Test number
    917738622083
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front innerdiscs gettin worn n/s/f shocker slight leak o/s/r shocker slight leak

  22. Pass134,625 miles (+21,848)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    134,625 miles
    Test number
    665202991099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass112,777 miles (+17,433)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    112,777 miles
    Test number
    151879580422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,344 miles (+13,279)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    95,344 miles
    Test number
    953708359032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass82,065 miles (+14,798)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    82,065 miles
    Test number
    780340568094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,267 miles (+15,307)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,267 miles
    Test number
    180714167452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,960 miles
    Test number
    402665666001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,958 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,958 miles
    Test number
    903055166081
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAnti roll bar bushes worn/ noisy front
    • NoteRear screen washer weak/leak † †front tyres worn ;limit edges † †195/65v15 † †

Questions about Y303 BLS

Does Y303 BLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y303 BLS is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y303 BLS?
The MOT on Y303 BLS is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y303 BLS done?
Y303 BLS was recorded at 202,934 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 7,572 miles a year.
Has Y303 BLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y303 BLS has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y303 BLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Apr 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y303 BLS find?
Y303 BLS passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all Y303 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.