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White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,781 cc

L101 XNRMOT history

L101 XNR is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L101 XNR white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
159,800 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L101 XNR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
10 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L101 XNR was last recorded at 159,800 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,182 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
618 miles
Average per year
4,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,800 miles
  • 2025 – 159,182 miles
  • 2024 – 158,189 miles
  • 2023 – 157,235 miles
  • 2022 – 155,780 miles
  • 2021 – 153,387 miles
  • 2020 – 152,150 miles
  • 2019 – 148,134 miles
  • 2018 – 145,885 miles
  • 2017 – 141,198 miles
  • 2016 – 137,037 miles
  • 2015 – 130,414 miles
  • 2014 – 124,342 miles
  • 2013 – 117,533 miles
  • 2012 – 111,630 miles
  • 2011 – 106,208 miles
  • 2010 – 100,930 miles
  • 2009 – 94,477 miles
  • 2008 – 88,439 miles
  • 2007 – 82,294 miles
  • 2006 – 75,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,800 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndersurface cover by underseal

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coolant leak From plastic housing onto number 3 and 4 spark plug

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side if vehicle. Flexy cracking slightly (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush mountings. Both sides of vehicle (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,800 miles (+618)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    159,800 miles
    Test number
    425494862778
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndersurface cover by underseal

  2. Pass159,182 miles (+993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    159,182 miles
    Test number
    414710028393
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both side (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass158,189 miles (+954)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,189 miles
    Test number
    336061072675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,235 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    157,235 miles
    Test number
    559854054405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass155,780 miles (+2,393)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    155,780 miles
    Test number
    939546326755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,387 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,387 miles
    Test number
    448963368553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass152,150 miles (+4,016)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    152,150 miles
    Test number
    499385453169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass148,134 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,134 miles
    Test number
    788723957794
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail148,134 miles (+2,249)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,134 miles
    Test number
    767929581080
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under pass/seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under drivers seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass145,885 miles (+4,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    145,885 miles
    Test number
    676068321010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass141,198 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    141,198 miles
    Test number
    591847354028
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak From plastic housing onto number 3 and 4 spark plug
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side if vehicle. Flexy cracking slightly (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush mountings. Both sides of vehicle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush 'H' frame bushes. Both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill to floor area damaged

  12. Fail141,197 miles (+4,160)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,197 miles
    Test number
    389884505497
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor close to near side front interia reel & belt anchor. Carpet can be viewed through floor. (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Dust cover also damaged too (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill to floor pan damaged corroded and factured (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak From plastic housing onto number 3 and 4 spark plug
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side if vehicle. Flexy cracking slightly (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush mountings. Both sides of vehicle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush 'H' frame bushes. Both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill to floor area damaged

  13. Pass137,037 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    137,037 miles
    Test number
    563510502830
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Base to near side of radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both side to both flexy hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill damaged (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill lip to floor corroded and holed Just outside prescribed area (5.2.6)

  14. Fail137,035 miles (+6,621)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,035 miles
    Test number
    238016460961
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear along near side floor pan to brake load valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Wheel cylinder to brake flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Base to near side of radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both side to both flexy hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill damaged (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill lip to floor corroded and holed Just outside prescribed area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Rise and fall... Braking bias to near side (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass130,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    130,414 miles
    Test number
    217429785416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,413 miles (+6,071)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,413 miles
    Test number
    247919685407
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass124,342 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    124,342 miles
    Test number
    455725294197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    117,533 miles
    Test number
    586129583193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,531 miles (+5,901)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,531 miles
    Test number
    747509083164
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass111,630 miles (+5,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    111,630 miles
    Test number
    429338492105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass106,208 miles (+5,278)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    106,208 miles
    Test number
    449062791158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,930 miles (+6,453)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    100,930 miles
    Test number
    293093890450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass94,477 miles (+6,038)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    94,477 miles
    Test number
    583884399155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,439 miles (+6,145)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    88,439 miles
    Test number
    611236698154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass82,294 miles (+6,375)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    82,294 miles
    Test number
    432570797150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass75,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    75,919 miles
    Test number
    180345506204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail75,919 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,919 miles
    Test number
    841235206230
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about L101 XNR

Does L101 XNR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L101 XNR is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L101 XNR?
The MOT on L101 XNR is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L101 XNR done?
L101 XNR was recorded at 159,800 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 4,192 miles a year.
Has L101 XNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L101 XNR has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on L101 XNR 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 L101 XNR find?
L101 XNR passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side; integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general, and 4 more.

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