Volkswagen Golf
White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,588 cc
L13 KOBMOT history
L13 KOB is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 166,360 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 9 May 2027
- Mileage
- 166,360 mi
- At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 20
- 15 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 9,142 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L13 KOB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,588 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 30 Sept 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 9 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L13 KOB was last recorded at 166,360 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 7,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 158,780 miles · 28 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 7,580 miles
- Average per year
- 9,142 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 166,360 miles
- 2025 – 158,780 miles
- 2024 – 148,258 miles
- 2023 – 135,213 miles
- 2022 – 129,180 miles
- 2021 – 106,486 miles
- 2020 – 104,394 miles
- 2019 – 100,758 miles
- 2018 – 96,263 miles
- 2017 – 90,789 miles
- 2016 – 85,367 miles
- 2014 – 68,326 miles
- 2013 – 55,560 miles
- 2012 – 42,338 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass166,360 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
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.
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022
Full MOT history
20 tests since 2 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass166,360 miles (+7,580)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2027
- Odometer
- 166,360 miles
- Test number
- 788387316832
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass158,780 miles (+10,522)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2026
- Odometer
- 158,780 miles
- Test number
- 352866029609
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass148,258 miles (+13,045)3 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2025
- Odometer
- 148,258 miles
- Test number
- 684617498740
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass135,213 miles (+6,033)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2024
- Odometer
- 135,213 miles
- Test number
- 394618114003
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass129,180 miles (+87)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 129,180 miles
- Test number
- 247234318103
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
Fail129,093 miles (+22,607)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 129,093 miles
- Test number
- 754543844127
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass106,486 miles (+2,092)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 106,486 miles
- Test number
- 464014806443
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass104,394 miles (+3,636)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 104,394 miles
- Test number
- 761987449115
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass100,758 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 100,758 miles
- Test number
- 950474731525
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail100,756 miles (+6)2 dangerous2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,756 miles
- Test number
- 887921703003
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorRear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
Fail100,750 miles (+4,487)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,750 miles
- Test number
- 670317874892
- MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
Pass96,263 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 96,263 miles
- Test number
- 220175351017
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail96,263 miles (+5,474)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,263 miles
- Test number
- 173029962265
- Repaired at testWheel nut(s) missing x1 in each wheel (4.2.A.1e)
Pass90,789 miles (+5,422)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 90,789 miles
- Test number
- 596610964277
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass85,367 miles (+17,041)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 85,367 miles
- Test number
- 550095852711
- AdvisoryEml on
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass68,326 miles (+333)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 68,326 miles
- Test number
- 775585144390
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass67,993 miles (+12,433)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 67,993 miles
- Test number
- 856266984284
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass55,560 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 55,560 miles
- Test number
- 315057073254
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail55,560 miles (+13,222)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 55,560 miles
- Test number
- 396877973212
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass42,338 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 42,338 miles
- Test number
- 108336372254
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteN/s/f tyre is wearing low on inner edge
Questions about L13 KOB
- Does L13 KOB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 KOB is valid until 9 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L13 KOB?
- The MOT on L13 KOB is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L13 KOB done?
- L13 KOB was recorded at 166,360 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 9,142 miles a year.
- Has L13 KOB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L13 KOB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2022.
- Has the mileage on L13 KOB 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 KOB find?
- L13 KOB passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.
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