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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y605 OVLMOT history

Y605 OVL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 169,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

Y605 OVL blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2025
Mileage
169,827 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y605 OVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y605 OVL was last recorded at 169,827 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 2,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,671 miles · 21 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,156 miles
Average per year
5,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 169,827 miles
  • 2024 – 167,671 miles
  • 2023 – 166,218 miles
  • 2022 – 162,452 miles
  • 2021 – 159,188 miles
  • 2020 – 157,969 miles
  • 2019 – 155,973 miles
  • 2018 – 153,144 miles
  • 2017 – 150,381 miles
  • 2016 – 147,268 miles
  • 2015 – 143,773 miles
  • 2014 – 139,799 miles
  • 2013 – 136,129 miles
  • 2012 – 130,102 miles
  • 2010 – 105,422 miles
  • 2009 – 98,747 miles
  • 2008 – 86,119 miles
  • 2007 – 75,545 miles
  • 2006 – 63,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail169,827 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed readings too high could damage emissions equipment (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail169,827 miles (+2,156)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,827 miles
    Test number
    839205805943
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed readings too high could damage emissions equipment (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass167,671 miles (+1,453)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    167,671 miles
    Test number
    304711021151
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,218 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    166,218 miles
    Test number
    474739237936
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail166,216 miles (+3,764)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,216 miles
    Test number
    620135448056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass162,452 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    162,452 miles
    Test number
    674265342809
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail162,447 miles (+3,259)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,447 miles
    Test number
    454899320165
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass159,188 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    159,188 miles
    Test number
    135796464146
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Fail159,185 miles (+1,216)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,185 miles
    Test number
    212316831465
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass157,969 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    157,969 miles
    Test number
    208026211776
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Fail157,967 miles (+1,994)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,967 miles
    Test number
    362626053573
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass155,973 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    155,973 miles
    Test number
    667791603207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Fail155,969 miles (+2,825)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,969 miles
    Test number
    483933786841
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working n/s o/s (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass153,144 miles (+2,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    153,144 miles
    Test number
    408352761831
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass150,381 miles (+3,113)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    150,381 miles
    Test number
    518703818313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass147,268 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    147,268 miles
    Test number
    713791736576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail147,265 miles (+3,492)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,265 miles
    Test number
    266875919368
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flex to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s front to o/s flex over tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass143,773 miles (+3)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,773 miles
    Test number
    399152365050
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to wear indicators
    • NoteEngine light on

  18. Fail143,770 miles (+3,971)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,770 miles
    Test number
    295991765083
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to wear indicators
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass139,799 miles (+3,670)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    139,799 miles
    Test number
    477016764080
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded

  20. Pass136,129 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    136,129 miles
    Test number
    267712673083
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail136,126 miles (+6,024)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,126 miles
    Test number
    947600773065
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass130,102 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    130,102 miles
    Test number
    285110542031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail130,096 miles (+24,674)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,096 miles
    Test number
    725712632010
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass105,422 miles (+6,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,422 miles
    Test number
    982157010276
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass98,747 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    98,747 miles
    Test number
    333748549008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail98,738 miles (+12,619)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,738 miles
    Test number
    842984749043
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass86,119 miles (+10,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    86,119 miles
    Test number
    153830558095
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass75,545 miles (+11,813)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    75,545 miles
    Test number
    551407447045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass63,732 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    63,732 miles
    Test number
    941782256048
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y605 OVL

Does Y605 OVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y605 OVL expired on 12 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y605 OVL?
The MOT on Y605 OVL expired on 12 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y605 OVL done?
Y605 OVL was recorded at 169,827 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 5,556 miles a year.
Has Y605 OVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y605 OVL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y605 OVL 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 Y605 OVL find?
Y605 OVL failed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: emissions unable to be completed readings too high could damage emissions equipment; front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; nearside inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, and 8 more.

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