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Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

L111 DEXMOT history

L111 DEX is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 228,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

L111 DEX grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
228,692 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 DEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 DEX was last recorded at 228,692 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 14,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,355 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
14,337 miles
Average per year
12,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,692 miles
  • 2025 – 214,355 miles
  • 2024 – 201,913 miles
  • 2023 – 190,184 miles
  • 2022 – 176,688 miles
  • 2021 – 162,836 miles
  • 2020 – 147,908 miles
  • 2019 – 137,974 miles
  • 2018 – 122,452 miles
  • 2017 – 110,007 miles
  • 2016 – 102,994 miles
  • 2015 – 87,279 miles
  • 2014 – 67,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,692 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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 Both sides shock absorbers corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,692 miles (+14,337)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    228,692 miles
    Test number
    133701208115
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass214,355 miles (+180)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    214,355 miles
    Test number
    522944557618
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides shock absorbers corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail214,175 miles (+12,262)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,175 miles
    Test number
    277776252304
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides shock absorbers corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass201,913 miles (+11,729)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    201,913 miles
    Test number
    418699358681
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides shock absorbers corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass190,184 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    190,184 miles
    Test number
    602707925697
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail190,053 miles (+13,365)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,053 miles
    Test number
    292285858423
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass176,688 miles (+73)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    176,688 miles
    Test number
    329660819985
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside front sill
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp unit has water ingress, image not adversely affected

  8. Fail176,615 miles (+13,779)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,615 miles
    Test number
    387394051431
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer of rubber visible in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer of rubber visible in places on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2nd layer of rubber visible in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside front sill
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp unit has water ingress, image not adversely affected

  9. Pass162,836 miles (+14,928)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    162,836 miles
    Test number
    986231483763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,908 miles (+9,934)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    147,908 miles
    Test number
    712138125741
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting inspection of vehicle

  11. Pass137,974 miles (+15,522)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,974 miles
    Test number
    631387417200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront lower cover slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting inspection of vehicle

  12. Pass122,452 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,452 miles
    Test number
    848810411137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail122,439 miles (+12,432)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,439 miles
    Test number
    879067952393
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  14. Pass110,007 miles (+7,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,007 miles
    Test number
    107507881551
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing

  15. Pass102,994 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    102,994 miles
    Test number
    811549171601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail102,963 miles (+15,684)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,963 miles
    Test number
    442534831291
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass87,279 miles (+5,475)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    87,279 miles
    Test number
    675877315830
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres in poor condition starting to tear between treads
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass81,804 miles (+13,836)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,804 miles
    Test number
    697847715011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,968 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,968 miles
    Test number
    557701404177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions too clean to be detected
    • NoteRear wiper defective

Questions about L111 DEX

Does L111 DEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L111 DEX is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L111 DEX?
The MOT on L111 DEX is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L111 DEX done?
L111 DEX was recorded at 228,692 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 12,933 miles a year.
Has L111 DEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 DEX has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L111 DEX 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 L111 DEX find?
L111 DEX passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear coil spring corroded both.

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