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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y313 RETMOT history

Y313 RET is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 199,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

Y313 RET grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
199,227 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y313 RET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y313 RET was last recorded at 199,227 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 8,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,454 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,773 miles
Average per year
8,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 199,227 miles
  • 2024 – 190,454 miles
  • 2023 – 181,277 miles
  • 2022 – 170,049 miles
  • 2021 – 157,148 miles
  • 2020 – 144,522 miles
  • 2019 – 129,782 miles
  • 2018 – 118,657 miles
  • 2017 – 109,721 miles
  • 2016 – 107,435 miles
  • 2015 – 105,283 miles
  • 2014 – 102,807 miles
  • 2013 – 99,880 miles
  • 2012 – 95,550 miles
  • 2010 – 85,048 miles
  • 2009 – 72,365 miles
  • 2008 – 61,038 miles
  • 2007 – 44,906 miles
  • 2006 – 42,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,227 miles
  • AdvisoryFloor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,227 miles (+8,773)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    199,227 miles
    Test number
    340505099346
    • AdvisoryFloor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass190,454 miles (+9,177)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    190,454 miles
    Test number
    308894190703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass181,277 miles (+11,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    181,277 miles
    Test number
    333399373258
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass170,049 miles (+12,901)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    170,049 miles
    Test number
    254391555962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass157,148 miles (+12,626)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    157,148 miles
    Test number
    403310737321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass144,522 miles (+14,740)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    144,522 miles
    Test number
    613967368447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,782 miles (+11,125)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,782 miles
    Test number
    617324855498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,657 miles (+8,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,657 miles
    Test number
    643372833566
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass109,721 miles (+2,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    109,721 miles
    Test number
    864236758650
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slight corrosion inner edge

  10. Pass107,435 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,435 miles
    Test number
    318533116575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,302 miles (+2,019)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,302 miles
    Test number
    276713670728
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid requires changing

  12. Pass105,283 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    105,283 miles
    Test number
    489449015105
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Fail105,248 miles (+2,441)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,248 miles
    Test number
    408145705156
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass102,807 miles (+2,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    435763544032
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass99,880 miles (+4,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    99,880 miles
    Test number
    156232343067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail95,550 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,550 miles
    Test number
    157641442475
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  17. Pass95,550 miles (+10,502)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    95,550 miles
    Test number
    405351642077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,048 miles (+12,683)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    85,048 miles
    Test number
    571324990257
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront & rear discs worn(new pads have been fitted),would recommend replacing

  19. Pass72,365 miles (+11,327)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    72,365 miles
    Test number
    973051889222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,038 miles (+16,132)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    933341798265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,906 miles (+2,378)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    44,906 miles
    Test number
    594526297250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Pass42,528 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    42,528 miles
    Test number
    700097746385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • 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)

Questions about Y313 RET

Does Y313 RET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y313 RET is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y313 RET?
The MOT on Y313 RET is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y313 RET done?
Y313 RET was recorded at 199,227 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 8,245 miles a year.
Has Y313 RET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y313 RET has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on Y313 RET 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 Y313 RET find?
Y313 RET passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: floor not fully secure; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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