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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

L16 PMBMOT history

L16 PMB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2024.

L16 PMB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2025
Mileage
122,529 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 PMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 PMB was last recorded at 122,529 miles on 27 Mar 2024, 10,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,149 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
10,380 miles
Average per year
6,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,529 miles
  • 2023 – 112,149 miles
  • 2022 – 103,934 miles
  • 2021 – 97,420 miles
  • 2020 – 93,215 miles
  • 2019 – 87,518 miles
  • 2018 – 82,049 miles
  • 2017 – 74,621 miles
  • 2015 – 68,035 miles
  • 2014 – 64,063 miles
  • 2013 – 60,278 miles
  • 2012 – 47,828 miles
  • 2011 – 39,732 miles
  • 2009 – 28,972 miles
  • 2008 – 22,001 miles
  • 2007 – 16,826 miles
  • 2006 – 11,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,529 miles
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,529 miles (+10,380)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    122,529 miles
    Test number
    561613230724
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,149 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,149 miles
    Test number
    802360125261
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  3. Fail112,149 miles (+8,215)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,149 miles
    Test number
    591449270564
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  4. Pass103,934 miles (+6,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,934 miles
    Test number
    642576774161
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass97,420 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,420 miles
    Test number
    786237021738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,215 miles (+5,697)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,215 miles
    Test number
    439327419994
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,518 miles (+5,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    87,518 miles
    Test number
    653033490072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass82,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,049 miles
    Test number
    938303724696
    • 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)

  9. Fail82,049 miles (+7,428)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,049 miles
    Test number
    917209357689
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  10. Pass74,621 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    372274155787
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R Outer Sidewall Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail74,621 miles (+6,586)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    472275799204
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R Outer Sidewall Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass68,035 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,035 miles
    Test number
    773153977524
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail68,035 miles (+3,972)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,035 miles
    Test number
    246850609710
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass64,063 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,063 miles
    Test number
    635054374205
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteEngine misfiring engine misfirfng

  15. Fail64,063 miles (+3,785)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,063 miles
    Test number
    318934474412
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteEngine misfiring engine misfirfng

  16. Pass60,278 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,278 miles
    Test number
    396536873240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,040 miles
    Test number
    598106703160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,032 miles (+9,204)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,032 miles
    Test number
    856046503184
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass47,828 miles (+8,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,828 miles
    Test number
    956868402116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass39,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,732 miles
    Test number
    445678801197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,732 miles (+10,760)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,732 miles
    Test number
    908588101158
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass28,972 miles (+6,971)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    28,972 miles
    Test number
    360167889424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass22,001 miles (+5,175)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,001 miles
    Test number
    623200518263
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass16,826 miles (+5,100)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    16,826 miles
    Test number
    230232507262
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass11,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    11,726 miles
    Test number
    513349106242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 PMB

Does L16 PMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 PMB expired on 27 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 PMB?
The MOT on L16 PMB expired on 27 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 PMB done?
L16 PMB was recorded at 122,529 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2024, an average of 6,273 miles a year.
Has L16 PMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 PMB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 PMB 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 L16 PMB find?
L16 PMB passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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