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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

Y868 LWLMOT history

Y868 LWL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 186,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2023.

Y868 LWL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2024
Mileage
186,116 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y868 LWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y868 LWL was last recorded at 186,116 miles on 20 Jul 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,116 miles · 18 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 186,116 miles
  • 2021 – 184,190 miles
  • 2020 – 183,670 miles
  • 2019 – 182,475 miles
  • 2018 – 179,700 miles
  • 2017 – 177,537 miles
  • 2016 – 176,522 miles
  • 2015 – 173,530 miles
  • 2014 – 171,378 miles
  • 2012 – 166,768 miles
  • 2011 – 165,647 miles
  • 2010 – 160,765 miles
  • 2009 – 159,766 miles
  • 2008 – 139,951 miles
  • 2007 – 117,290 miles
  • 2006 – 99,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,116 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyre's Wearing UnevenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral Under-body CorrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Side Repeater Lens MissingRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Fuel filter corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,116 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    186,116 miles
    Test number
    984870791397
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyre's Wearing Uneven
    • AdvisoryGeneral Under-body Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side Repeater Lens Missing

  2. Fail186,116 miles (+1,926)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,116 miles
    Test number
    260078211689
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyre's Wearing Uneven
    • AdvisoryGeneral Under-body Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side Repeater Lens Missing

  3. Pass184,190 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    184,190 miles
    Test number
    587136920959
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing REAR TYRES WEARING UNEVENLY- ALSO 10 YEARS OLD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail184,190 miles (+520)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,190 miles
    Test number
    346426146930
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed SPLIT ON INSIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing REAR TYRES WEARING UNEVENLY- ALSO 10 YEARS OLD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass183,670 miles (+140)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    183,670 miles
    Test number
    430202479872
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch and by shock abs. mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch and by shock abs. mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail183,530 miles (+1,055)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,530 miles
    Test number
    223366276919
    • MajorBraking system leaking BRAKE SERVO HOSE SPLIT - NEARSIDE OF ENGINE (1.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR PIPES TO HUBS - PART OF HOSES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFUEL FILTER CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting in tread and worn unevenly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner wheel arches at top - by shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror glass deteriorating

  7. Pass182,475 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    182,475 miles
    Test number
    566271236710
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch liner damaged / slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror deteriorating

  8. Fail182,475 miles (+2,775)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,475 miles
    Test number
    158076038765
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch liner damaged / slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror deteriorating

  9. Pass179,700 miles (+2,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    179,700 miles
    Test number
    804757153686
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryReduced damping front shock absorbers

  10. Pass177,537 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    177,537 miles
    Test number
    446246335405
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear to hubs - part of hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting bracket broken away
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges of tread

  11. Fail177,537 miles (+1,015)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,537 miles
    Test number
    731918451661
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively linkage frame seized (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear to hubs - part of hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting bracket broken away
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges of tread

  12. Pass176,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    176,522 miles
    Test number
    747177631436
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting deteriorated

  13. Fail176,522 miles (+2,992)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,522 miles
    Test number
    275046559645
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting deteriorated

  14. Pass173,530 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    173,530 miles
    Test number
    425928675130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken away
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  15. Fail173,530 miles (+2,152)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,530 miles
    Test number
    925288175142
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken away
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  16. Pass171,378 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    171,378 miles
    Test number
    265570364475
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail171,378 miles (+4,610)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,378 miles
    Test number
    699347854155
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteService light on

  18. Pass166,768 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    166,768 miles
    Test number
    758610242160
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge

  19. Fail166,768 miles (+1,121)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,768 miles
    Test number
    527709732116
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge

  20. Fail165,647 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,647 miles
    Test number
    235109401142
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass165,647 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    165,647 miles
    Test number
    996239201171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass160,765 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    160,765 miles
    Test number
    284197710102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass159,766 miles (+19,815)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    159,766 miles
    Test number
    693997519158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass139,951 miles (+22,661)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    139,951 miles
    Test number
    371461028127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass117,290 miles (+17,785)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    117,290 miles
    Test number
    992349007111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail99,505 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,505 miles
    Test number
    271702126417
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass99,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    99,505 miles
    Test number
    624512026185
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y868 LWL

Does Y868 LWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y868 LWL expired on 19 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y868 LWL?
The MOT on Y868 LWL expired on 19 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y868 LWL done?
Y868 LWL was recorded at 186,116 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2023, an average of 5,031 miles a year.
Has Y868 LWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y868 LWL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y868 LWL 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 Y868 LWL find?
Y868 LWL passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: both rear tyre's wearing uneven; general under-body corrosion; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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