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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

L13 UTKMOT history

L13 UTK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 134,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

L13 UTK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
134,380 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 UTK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
9 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 UTK was last recorded at 134,380 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 9,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
124,732 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,648 miles
Average per year
11,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,380 miles
  • 2025 – 124,732 miles
  • 2024 – 115,786 miles
  • 2023 – 106,273 miles
  • 2022 – 90,924 miles
  • 2021 – 75,164 miles
  • 2020 – 70,725 miles
  • 2019 – 52,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,380 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 18 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,380 miles (+9,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    134,380 miles
    Test number
    474214013169
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  2. Pass124,732 miles (+8,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    124,732 miles
    Test number
    679680238676
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  3. Pass115,786 miles (+9,513)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    115,786 miles
    Test number
    773222600247
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    106,273 miles
    Test number
    774017043809
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded.

  5. Fail106,273 miles (+15,349)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,273 miles
    Test number
    627926536499
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements tinted (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements tinted (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface both side reflectors tinted. (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded.

  6. Pass90,924 miles (+15,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    90,924 miles
    Test number
    512190412344
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass75,164 miles (+4,439)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,164 miles
    Test number
    392589194851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight uneven wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted

  8. Pass70,725 miles (+18,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,725 miles
    Test number
    602725576013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass52,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,174 miles
    Test number
    331723936221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 UTK

Does L13 UTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 UTK is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 UTK?
The MOT on L13 UTK is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 UTK done?
L13 UTK was recorded at 134,380 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 11,761 miles a year.
Has L13 UTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 UTK has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L13 UTK 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 UTK find?
L13 UTK passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch.

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