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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y36 PRXMOT history

Y36 PRX is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 268,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

Y36 PRX green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2025
Mileage
268,211 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y36 PRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y36 PRX was last recorded at 268,211 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 3,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jul 2012: 14,230 miles, lower than 142,290 miles on 3 Jul 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
264,361 miles · 3 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,850 miles
Average per year
10,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 268,211 miles
  • 2023 – 264,361 miles
  • 2022 – 256,291 miles
  • 2021 – 246,124 miles
  • 2020 – 223,283 miles
  • 2019 – 212,046 miles
  • 2018 – 202,592 miles
  • 2017 – 189,582 miles
  • 2016 – 184,490 miles
  • 2015 – 171,328 miles
  • 2014 – 159,956 miles
  • 2013 – 150,076 miles
  • 2012 – 14,230 miles
  • 2011 – 129,898 miles
  • 2010 – 119,458 miles
  • 2009 – 111,131 miles
  • 2008 – 100,529 miles
  • 2007 – 91,584 miles
  • 2006 – 79,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass268,211 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake very slight bind

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass268,211 miles (+3,850)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    268,211 miles
    Test number
    255434471850
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  2. Pass264,361 miles (+8,070)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    264,361 miles
    Test number
    283256581194
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass256,291 miles (+10,167)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    256,291 miles
    Test number
    157202070385
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass246,124 miles (+872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    246,124 miles
    Test number
    603470583479
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Missing (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail245,252 miles (+21,969)12 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,252 miles
    Test number
    251619693550
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass223,283 miles (+11,237)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    223,283 miles
    Test number
    461976090396
    • AdvisoryBoth front top shock mounts slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slightly corroded/damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass212,046 miles (+9,454)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    212,046 miles
    Test number
    668410796636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass202,592 miles (+13,010)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    202,592 miles
    Test number
    153289169864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass189,582 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    189,582 miles
    Test number
    722656412489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake very slight bind
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail189,571 miles (+5,081)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,571 miles
    Test number
    291216464630
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake very slight bind
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass184,490 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    184,490 miles
    Test number
    181354757476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail184,480 miles (+10)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,480 miles
    Test number
    214946347569
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported mount missing (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slight bind

  13. Fail184,470 miles (+13,142)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,470 miles
    Test number
    800749193463
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass171,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    171,328 miles
    Test number
    312960467541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail171,326 miles (+11,370)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,326 miles
    Test number
    119304729329
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass159,956 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    159,956 miles
    Test number
    917887684233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail159,941 miles (+9,865)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,941 miles
    Test number
    187712984294
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass150,076 miles (+135,846)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    150,076 miles
    Test number
    576101783268
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting broken but exhaust still being supported
    • NoteRear seats folded away

  19. Pass14,230 miles (-128,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    14,230 miles
    Test number
    265536782170
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail142,290 miles (+12,392)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,290 miles
    Test number
    745885482102
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass129,898 miles (+10,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    129,898 miles
    Test number
    436222471199
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass119,458 miles (+8,327)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    119,458 miles
    Test number
    282792070122
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/R DOOR NOT OPEN

  23. Pass111,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    111,131 miles
    Test number
    334204509226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail111,131 miles (+10,602)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,131 miles
    Test number
    681954809224
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear shock-absorber dust covers adrift

  25. Pass100,529 miles (+8,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    100,529 miles
    Test number
    333364118431
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass91,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    101785007249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail91,584 miles (+12,091)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    471835307228
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  28. Pass79,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    79,493 miles
    Test number
    632601906254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y36 PRX

Does Y36 PRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y36 PRX expired on 26 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y36 PRX?
The MOT on Y36 PRX expired on 26 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y36 PRX done?
Y36 PRX was recorded at 268,211 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 10,280 miles a year.
Has Y36 PRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y36 PRX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y36 PRX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y36 PRX find?
Y36 PRX passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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