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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y308 OEEMOT history

Y308 OEE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 136,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2025.

Y308 OEE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
136,037 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y308 OEE
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
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y308 OEE was last recorded at 136,037 miles on 18 Aug 2025, 2,053 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,984 miles · 16 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,053 miles
Average per year
5,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,037 miles
  • 2024 – 133,984 miles
  • 2023 – 132,174 miles
  • 2022 – 130,680 miles
  • 2021 – 129,265 miles
  • 2020 – 127,523 miles
  • 2019 – 125,789 miles
  • 2018 – 123,598 miles
  • 2017 – 118,330 miles
  • 2016 – 113,647 miles
  • 2015 – 107,545 miles
  • 2014 – 102,854 miles
  • 2013 – 96,534 miles
  • 2012 – 88,120 miles
  • 2011 – 80,352 miles
  • 2010 – 72,381 miles
  • 2009 – 63,371 miles
  • 2008 – 54,305 miles
  • 2007 – 44,106 miles
  • 2006 – 33,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,037 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust clamp slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of structual point (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front steering gator twisted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    136,037 miles
    Test number
    574816833052
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust clamp slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of structual point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail136,037 miles (+2,053)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,037 miles
    Test number
    325118968029
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust clamp slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of structual point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass133,984 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    133,984 miles
    Test number
    184433522439
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering gator twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,978 miles (+1,804)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,978 miles
    Test number
    372287393703
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust has major leak of gases (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering gator twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,174 miles
    Test number
    353744208916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail132,174 miles (+1,494)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,174 miles
    Test number
    227164146393
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass130,680 miles (+1,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    130,680 miles
    Test number
    604689062940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass129,265 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    129,265 miles
    Test number
    596669024629
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases bolt missing from clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail129,253 miles (+1,730)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,253 miles
    Test number
    800481991787
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively very slow (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases bolt missing from clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass127,523 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    127,523 miles
    Test number
    579073452202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,458 miles (+1,669)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,458 miles
    Test number
    819240328524
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  12. Pass125,789 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    125,789 miles
    Test number
    690178626294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,598 miles (+5,268)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    123,598 miles
    Test number
    510041286805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass118,330 miles (+988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,330 miles
    Test number
    118934332013
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail117,342 miles (+3,695)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,342 miles
    Test number
    890989312944
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass113,647 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    113,647 miles
    Test number
    697416744002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,646 miles (+6,101)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,646 miles
    Test number
    563568208896
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

  18. Pass107,545 miles (+4,691)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,545 miles
    Test number
    965588735161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,854 miles (+6,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    102,854 miles
    Test number
    137538584066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass96,534 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    96,534 miles
    Test number
    677157583014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail96,497 miles (+8,377)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,497 miles
    Test number
    226365883061
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass88,120 miles (+7,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    88,120 miles
    Test number
    799179582074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass80,352 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,352 miles
    Test number
    739861091042
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroding

  24. Fail80,352 miles (+7,971)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,352 miles
    Test number
    986154681080
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroding
    • NoteRear number plate fading

  25. Pass72,381 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,381 miles
    Test number
    103996380496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail72,368 miles (+8,997)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,368 miles
    Test number
    213195680089
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken but still supports exhaust
    • NoteRear discs corroding on edges

  27. Pass63,371 miles (+9,066)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,371 miles
    Test number
    712761499035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear no plate faded at top

  28. Pass54,305 miles (+10,199)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,305 miles
    Test number
    553936788002
    • NoteCenter exhaust mounting welds coming away from pipe
    • NoteRear no plate faded at top
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f steering rack end

  29. Pass44,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,106 miles
    Test number
    503663837016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail44,106 miles (+10,264)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,106 miles
    Test number
    984323137033
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass33,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,842 miles
    Test number
    933782156066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y308 OEE

Does Y308 OEE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y308 OEE expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y308 OEE?
The MOT on Y308 OEE expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y308 OEE done?
Y308 OEE was recorded at 136,037 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2025, an average of 5,244 miles a year.
Has Y308 OEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y308 OEE has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y308 OEE 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 Y308 OEE find?
Y308 OEE passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust clamp slightly blowing; nearside inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of structual point.

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