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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y37 FBKMOT history

Y37 FBK is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 150,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2022.

Y37 FBK green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
150,748 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y37 FBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y37 FBK was last recorded at 150,748 miles on 26 Feb 2022, 5,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,587 miles · 27 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
5,161 miles
Average per year
7,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 150,748 miles
  • 2021 – 145,587 miles
  • 2020 – 141,073 miles
  • 2019 – 135,118 miles
  • 2018 – 127,612 miles
  • 2017 – 117,706 miles
  • 2016 – 106,914 miles
  • 2015 – 95,869 miles
  • 2014 – 86,192 miles
  • 2013 – 76,785 miles
  • 2012 – 67,048 miles
  • 2011 – 58,304 miles
  • 2010 – 48,915 miles
  • 2009 – 46,243 miles
  • 2008 – 42,390 miles
  • 2007 – 37,972 miles
  • 2006 – 32,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,748 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass150,748 miles (+5,161)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    150,748 miles
    Test number
    739138583706
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass145,587 miles (+4,514)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    145,587 miles
    Test number
    130105958943
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe worn (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,073 miles (+5,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    141,073 miles
    Test number
    513314435733
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass135,118 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    135,118 miles
    Test number
    912371169436
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail135,114 miles (+7,502)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,114 miles
    Test number
    490332029967
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect DIPPED (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass127,612 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    127,612 miles
    Test number
    389062212557
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Fail127,610 miles (+9,904)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,610 miles
    Test number
    584881280556
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass117,706 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,706 miles
    Test number
    626118276191
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear washer inop
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked outside swept area

  9. Fail117,704 miles (+10,790)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,704 miles
    Test number
    215310800844
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear washer inop
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked outside swept area

  10. Pass106,914 miles (+11,045)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,914 miles
    Test number
    750555375259
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass95,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    95,869 miles
    Test number
    478942525071
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail95,869 miles (+9,677)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,869 miles
    Test number
    896422525072
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  13. Pass86,192 miles (+9,407)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    86,192 miles
    Test number
    387782444030
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll wipers in poor condition
    • NoteExhaust front flexi-section in poor condition
    • NoteExhaust mountings snapped but no insecure

  14. Pass76,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,785 miles
    Test number
    938370243098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,785 miles (+9,737)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,785 miles
    Test number
    748740443090
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass67,048 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    67,048 miles
    Test number
    487559842008
    • NoteWear showing to both front tyres on edges

  17. Fail67,048 miles (+8,744)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,048 miles
    Test number
    165069742071
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteWear showing to both front tyres on edges

  18. Pass58,304 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,304 miles
    Test number
    515966151032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,230 miles (+9,315)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,230 miles
    Test number
    485514951040
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn low
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  20. Pass48,915 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,915 miles
    Test number
    340936650053
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Fail48,915 miles (+2,672)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,915 miles
    Test number
    110716250010
    • FailureNearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass46,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,243 miles
    Test number
    351248449042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail46,243 miles (+3,853)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,243 miles
    Test number
    240118349035
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail42,390 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    200131158027
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass42,390 miles (+4,418)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    983271858047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,972 miles
    Test number
    914670757033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,972 miles (+5,097)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,972 miles
    Test number
    724320357041
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

  28. Pass32,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,875 miles
    Test number
    101462056010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,875 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,875 miles
    Test number
    193572156456
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Questions about Y37 FBK

Does Y37 FBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y37 FBK expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y37 FBK?
The MOT on Y37 FBK expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y37 FBK done?
Y37 FBK was recorded at 150,748 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2022, an average of 7,361 miles a year.
Has Y37 FBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y37 FBK has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on Y37 FBK 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 Y37 FBK find?
Y37 FBK passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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