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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y311 XBVMOT history

Y311 XBV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2021 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 165,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2021.

Y311 XBV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2021
Mileage
165,313 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y311 XBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y311 XBV was last recorded at 165,313 miles on 12 Nov 2021, 907 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,406 miles · 2 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
907 miles
Average per year
5,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 165,313 miles
  • 2020 – 164,406 miles
  • 2019 – 162,614 miles
  • 2018 – 160,095 miles
  • 2017 – 157,004 miles
  • 2016 – 153,561 miles
  • 2015 – 152,578 miles
  • 2014 – 148,624 miles
  • 2013 – 144,237 miles
  • 2012 – 139,467 miles
  • 2011 – 135,519 miles
  • 2010 – 127,204 miles
  • 2009 – 117,681 miles
  • 2008 – 110,767 miles
  • 2007 – 98,604 miles
  • 2006 – 86,317 miles
  • 2005 – 77,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail165,313 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values holding about 2000RPM (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement replace asap

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail165,313 miles (+907)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,313 miles
    Test number
    507860345215
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values holding about 2000RPM (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass164,406 miles (+5)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    164,406 miles
    Test number
    841725415834
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement replace asap (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule replace asap (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail164,401 miles (+55)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,401 miles
    Test number
    453801163597
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement replace asap (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule replace asap (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail164,346 miles (+1,732)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,346 miles
    Test number
    562157153906
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass162,614 miles (+78)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    162,614 miles
    Test number
    264808442844
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail162,536 miles (+2,441)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,536 miles
    Test number
    520036199524
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass160,095 miles (+3,091)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    160,095 miles
    Test number
    786821910594
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass157,004 miles (+3,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    157,004 miles
    Test number
    815780923854
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are perished and cracking

  9. Pass153,561 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    153,561 miles
    Test number
    857405107562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass152,578 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    152,578 miles
    Test number
    258955795441
    • NoteTwo rubber bungs missing from drivers rear footwell

  11. Fail152,571 miles (+3,947)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,571 miles
    Test number
    615932395175
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteTwo rubber bungs missing from drivers rear footwell

  12. Pass148,624 miles (+4,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    148,624 miles
    Test number
    789508174175
    • 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)

  13. Pass144,237 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    144,237 miles
    Test number
    347031293156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail144,207 miles (+4,740)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,207 miles
    Test number
    858406173198
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass139,467 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    139,467 miles
    Test number
    468905772185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass135,519 miles (+8,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    135,519 miles
    Test number
    478491361113
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass127,204 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    127,204 miles
    Test number
    843089650140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail126,971 miles (+9,290)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,971 miles
    Test number
    110858130128
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass117,681 miles (+6,914)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    117,681 miles
    Test number
    624264639134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass110,767 miles (+12,163)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    110,767 miles
    Test number
    522610248170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass98,604 miles (+12,287)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    98,604 miles
    Test number
    641754217191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT ANTI ROLL BAR BUSHES ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR.

  22. Pass86,317 miles (+8,834)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    86,317 miles
    Test number
    980748016199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2006
    Odometer
    77,483 miles
    Test number
    234842075281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y311 XBV

Does Y311 XBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y311 XBV expired on 1 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y311 XBV?
The MOT on Y311 XBV expired on 1 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y311 XBV done?
Y311 XBV was recorded at 165,313 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2021, an average of 5,302 miles a year.
Has Y311 XBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y311 XBV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y311 XBV 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 Y311 XBV find?
Y311 XBV failed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2021 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: emissions not tested; exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values holding about 2000rpm; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 10 more.

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