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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,598 cc

L13 DGSMOT history

L13 DGS is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 166,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

L13 DGS white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
166,725 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
16,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 DGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
5 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 DGS was last recorded at 166,725 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 4,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,797 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,928 miles
Average per year
16,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,725 miles
  • 2024 – 137,729 miles
  • 2023 – 117,442 miles
  • 2022 – 68,507 miles
  • 2021 – 61,452 miles
  • 2020 – 55,991 miles
  • 2019 – 46,117 miles
  • 2018 – 37,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,725 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    166,725 miles
    Test number
    590806712879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail166,725 miles (+4,928)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,725 miles
    Test number
    414394899948
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass161,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    161,797 miles
    Test number
    803212046068
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail161,797 miles (+24,068)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,797 miles
    Test number
    360307576485
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass137,729 miles (+20,287)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    137,729 miles
    Test number
    909410060898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,442 miles (+10,127)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,442 miles
    Test number
    283543359110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,315 miles
    Test number
    642852795198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,315 miles (+38,808)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,315 miles
    Test number
    833624622648
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass68,507 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,507 miles
    Test number
    992392039622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,475 miles (+7,023)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    68,475 miles
    Test number
    821179459200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,452 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,452 miles
    Test number
    182593212616
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail61,380 miles (+5,389)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,380 miles
    Test number
    537908431732
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass55,991 miles (+9,874)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,991 miles
    Test number
    294385547281
    • 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) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass46,117 miles (+8,294)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,117 miles
    Test number
    199460265000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,823 miles
    Test number
    954888610478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryZero emissions

Questions about L13 DGS

Does L13 DGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 DGS is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L13 DGS?
The MOT on L13 DGS is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 DGS done?
L13 DGS was recorded at 166,725 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 16,707 miles a year.
Has L13 DGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 DGS has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L13 DGS 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 L13 DGS find?
L13 DGS passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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