Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L15 DRPMOT history

L15 DRP is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 153,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L15 DRP white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
153,845 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,745 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L15 DRP in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L15 DRP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 DRP was last recorded at 153,845 miles on 18 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,845 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,845 miles
  • 2025 – 136,495 miles
  • 2024 – 118,592 miles
  • 2023 – 102,976 miles
  • 2022 – 89,954 miles
  • 2021 – 82,456 miles
  • 2020 – 80,004 miles
  • 2019 – 74,325 miles
  • 2018 – 68,927 miles
  • 2017 – 60,133 miles
  • 2016 – 51,328 miles
  • 2015 – 38,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,845 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 inner tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine oil level low - just above min

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,845 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    153,845 miles
    Test number
    269501109007
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail153,845 miles (+17,350)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,845 miles
    Test number
    409626879357
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass136,495 miles (+17,903)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,495 miles
    Test number
    825354202065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,592 miles (+15,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    118,592 miles
    Test number
    561941984924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass102,976 miles (+240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,976 miles
    Test number
    632607396835
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail102,736 miles (+12,782)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,736 miles
    Test number
    690272185763
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass89,954 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,954 miles
    Test number
    970685773934
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low - just above min
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail89,952 miles (+7,496)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,952 miles
    Test number
    546848178290
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low - just above min
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass82,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,456 miles
    Test number
    326247712017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,456 miles (+2,452)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,456 miles
    Test number
    199501975264
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BOLT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BOLT ON (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOLD INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOLD INNER EDEG (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass80,004 miles (+5,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,004 miles
    Test number
    370307066176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass74,325 miles (+5,398)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,325 miles
    Test number
    527121306388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass68,927 miles (+8,794)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,927 miles
    Test number
    243606195592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,133 miles (+8,805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,133 miles
    Test number
    577608519839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass51,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    51,328 miles
    Test number
    355860489068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,328 miles (+12,806)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,328 miles
    Test number
    157661053374
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  17. Pass38,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,522 miles
    Test number
    282761895835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,522 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,522 miles
    Test number
    513877254400
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Questions about L15 DRP

Does L15 DRP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 DRP is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 DRP?
The MOT on L15 DRP is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 DRP done?
L15 DRP was recorded at 153,845 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 10,745 miles a year.
Has L15 DRP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 DRP has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 DRP 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 L15 DRP find?
L15 DRP passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front coolant leak; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 2 more.

Browse all L15D registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.