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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,984 cc

L16 VSOMOT history

L16 VSO is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 37 MOT tests, with 113,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

L16 VSO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
113,572 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
37
19 passed · 18 failed
Per year
2,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 VSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
22 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 VSO was last recorded at 113,572 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Sept 2020: 112,108 miles, lower than 120,283 miles on 30 Sept 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,572 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,572 miles
  • 2025 – 113,549 miles
  • 2024 – 113,484 miles
  • 2023 – 113,472 miles
  • 2022 – 112,126 miles
  • 2020 – 112,108 miles
  • 2019 – 120,283 miles
  • 2018 – 111,901 miles
  • 2017 – 111,872 miles
  • 2016 – 111,859 miles
  • 2015 – 111,836 miles
  • 2013 – 111,810 miles
  • 2012 – 109,618 miles
  • 2011 – 105,880 miles
  • 2010 – 100,094 miles
  • 2009 – 90,964 miles
  • 2008 – 82,926 miles
  • 2007 – 76,884 miles
  • 2006 – 71,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,572 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Battery insecure

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

37 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,572 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    113,572 miles
    Test number
    487486186354
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail113,572 miles (+23)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,572 miles
    Test number
    102478671981
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass113,549 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    113,549 miles
    Test number
    873471719238
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and undersealed, firm when pressed (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and undersealed, firm when pressed (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  4. Fail113,547 miles (+63)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,547 miles
    Test number
    753216233547
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and undersealed, firm when pressed (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and undersealed, firm when pressed (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  5. Pass113,484 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,484 miles
    Test number
    460429143801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail113,484 miles (+12)1 dangerous15 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,484 miles
    Test number
    301553131080
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to ABS unit (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp by indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp by indicator (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp by indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp by indicator (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTYRE SIZE 205 50 15
  7. Pass113,472 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    113,472 miles
    Test number
    267414643704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail113,472 miles (+1,346)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,472 miles
    Test number
    195891162871
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass112,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    112,126 miles
    Test number
    176637101826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,126 miles (+18)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,126 miles
    Test number
    740470130987
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested worn noise on pulley on engine, test abandoned. All readings outside limits during test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Pass112,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    112,108 miles
    Test number
    323563891101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,108 miles (-8,175)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,108 miles
    Test number
    300406749478
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and also has a nail in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust knocking underside/subframe of vehicle (6.1.2 (a))
  13. Pass120,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    120,283 miles
    Test number
    772415087456
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail120,283 miles (+8,382)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,283 miles
    Test number
    329706657614
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass111,901 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    111,901 miles
    Test number
    383974651118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on undercarriage
  16. Fail111,901 miles (+29)2 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,901 miles
    Test number
    520425306467
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill behind wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on undercarriage
  17. Pass111,872 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    111,872 miles
    Test number
    942284984567
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil on steering rack
  18. Fail111,872 miles (+13)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,872 miles
    Test number
    517133112246
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil on steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear brakes corroded
  19. Pass111,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    111,859 miles
    Test number
    842196125730
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPAS pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
  20. Fail111,859 miles (+23)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,859 miles
    Test number
    372976806657
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPAS pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
  21. Pass111,836 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    111,836 miles
    Test number
    247574635070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine noisy
  22. Fail111,836 miles (+26)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,836 miles
    Test number
    457760035030
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine noisy
    • NoteN/s/f steering rack boot twisted
  23. Pass111,810 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,810 miles
    Test number
    129700513293
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine noisy
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  24. Fail111,810 miles (+2,192)4 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,810 miles
    Test number
    456470813275
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine noisy
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  25. Pass109,618 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    109,618 miles
    Test number
    455168172195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail109,547 miles (+3,667)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,547 miles
    Test number
    589642072104
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  27. Pass105,880 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    765383131175
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front inner sills corroded but not within prescribed area
    • NoteNote surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs however brake test ok
  28. Fail105,880 miles (+5,786)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    816632531100
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front inner sills corroded but not within prescribed area
    • NoteNote surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs however brake test ok
  29. Pass100,094 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    100,094 miles
    Test number
    692914550043
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to legal minimum
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisy
  30. Fail100,094 miles (+7)3 failures1 repaired8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,094 miles
    Test number
    494134350047
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to legal minimum
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisy
  31. Fail100,087 miles (+9,123)11 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,087 miles
    Test number
    574863650033
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
  32. Pass90,964 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    90,964 miles
    Test number
    601941549092
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
  33. Fail90,964 miles (+8,038)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,964 miles
    Test number
    870481949075
    • FailureDirection indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
  34. Pass82,926 miles (+6,042)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    82,926 miles
    Test number
    842661758061
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
  35. Pass76,884 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    76,884 miles
    Test number
    111951557434
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  36. Fail76,884 miles (+5,140)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,884 miles
    Test number
    502630257033
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  37. Pass71,744 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    71,744 miles
    Test number
    584504356033
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded ,advise to replace. †front number plate slightly damaged.

Questions about L16 VSO

Does L16 VSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 VSO is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 VSO?
The MOT on L16 VSO is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 VSO done?
L16 VSO was recorded at 113,572 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 2,044 miles a year.
Has L16 VSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 VSO has failed 18 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 VSO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L16 VSO find?
L16 VSO passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area, and 2 more.

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