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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y303 TGKMOT history

Y303 TGK is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 193,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

Y303 TGK silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
193,629 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y303 TGK
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
10 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y303 TGK was last recorded at 193,629 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 5,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2013: 116,859 miles, lower than 586,559 miles on 26 Sept 2012.

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
188,605 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,024 miles
Average per year
6,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,629 miles
  • 2025 – 188,605 miles
  • 2024 – 178,081 miles
  • 2023 – 161,589 miles
  • 2022 – 150,929 miles
  • 2021 – 142,163 miles
  • 2020 – 132,856 miles
  • 2019 – 127,828 miles
  • 2018 – 127,238 miles
  • 2017 – 125,596 miles
  • 2016 – 123,067 miles
  • 2015 – 121,586 miles
  • 2014 – 119,537 miles
  • 2013 – 116,859 miles
  • 2012 – 586,559 miles
  • 2011 – 104,859 miles
  • 2010 – 97,624 miles
  • 2009 – 89,380 miles
  • 2008 – 82,695 miles
  • 2007 – 75,036 miles
  • 2006 – 68,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,629 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes both sides (5.1.2 (b) (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 Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • EML not illuminating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,629 miles (+5,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    193,629 miles
    Test number
    480558632599
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass188,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    188,605 miles
    Test number
    282634511927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail188,605 miles (+10,524)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,605 miles
    Test number
    219794630030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass178,081 miles (+16,492)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    178,081 miles
    Test number
    104077872879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass161,589 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    161,589 miles
    Test number
    454091203938
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail161,584 miles (+10,655)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,584 miles
    Test number
    834186642682
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass150,929 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    150,929 miles
    Test number
    786493024124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail150,926 miles (+8,763)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,926 miles
    Test number
    583304143689
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass142,163 miles (+506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    142,163 miles
    Test number
    819716502544
    • AdvisoryEML not illuminating
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail141,657 miles (+8,801)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,657 miles
    Test number
    595278891257
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML not illuminating
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass132,856 miles (+5,028)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2021
    Odometer
    132,856 miles
    Test number
    967797789094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2020
    Odometer
    127,828 miles
    Test number
    911006094215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail127,824 miles (+586)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,824 miles
    Test number
    165581560531
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass127,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,238 miles
    Test number
    167324138836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail127,238 miles (+1,642)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,238 miles
    Test number
    204603597909
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass125,596 miles (+2,529)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,596 miles
    Test number
    726925932278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,067 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,067 miles
    Test number
    412923020377
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger detached from pipe
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  18. Fail123,066 miles (+1,480)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,066 miles
    Test number
    247860684357
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure brake pad wear wire (1.9.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger detached from pipe
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  19. Pass121,586 miles (+2,049)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,586 miles
    Test number
    555375125178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding
    • NoteService light on
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass119,537 miles (+2,678)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    119,537 miles
    Test number
    447447124153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass116,859 miles (-469,700)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    116,859 miles
    Test number
    629520133117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail586,559 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    586,559 miles
    Test number
    318890372481
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass586,559 miles (+481,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    586,559 miles
    Test number
    638600172263
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass104,859 miles (+7,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    104,859 miles
    Test number
    167608891226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass97,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    97,624 miles
    Test number
    522148370280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail97,652 miles (+8,272)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,652 miles
    Test number
    820548870240
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass89,380 miles (+6,685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,380 miles
    Test number
    330279259413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass82,695 miles (+7,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    82,695 miles
    Test number
    352454388419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass75,036 miles (+7,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,036 miles
    Test number
    963920477203
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass68,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,032 miles
    Test number
    231975276237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail68,032 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,032 miles
    Test number
    273325776271
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about Y303 TGK

Does Y303 TGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y303 TGK is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y303 TGK?
The MOT on Y303 TGK is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y303 TGK done?
Y303 TGK was recorded at 193,629 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 6,373 miles a year.
Has Y303 TGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y303 TGK has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y303 TGK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y303 TGK find?
Y303 TGK passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills rear; oil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes both sides.

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