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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

L18 CASMOT history

L18 CAS is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

L18 CAS red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
103,240 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 CAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 CAS was last recorded at 103,240 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 2,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,632 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,608 miles
Average per year
4,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,240 miles
  • 2025 – 100,632 miles
  • 2024 – 97,756 miles
  • 2023 – 95,224 miles
  • 2022 – 92,589 miles
  • 2021 – 90,220 miles
  • 2020 – 88,379 miles
  • 2019 – 84,702 miles
  • 2018 – 81,118 miles
  • 2017 – 77,608 miles
  • 2016 – 74,117 miles
  • 2015 – 70,586 miles
  • 2014 – 66,015 miles
  • 2013 – 60,235 miles
  • 2012 – 55,120 miles
  • 2011 – 46,066 miles
  • 2010 – 38,493 miles
  • 2009 – 29,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,240 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,240 miles (+2,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    103,240 miles
    Test number
    356778773845
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,632 miles (+2,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,632 miles
    Test number
    967876611153
    • 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))

  3. Pass97,756 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    97,756 miles
    Test number
    443223991894
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail97,751 miles (+2,527)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,751 miles
    Test number
    267652874265
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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 Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass95,224 miles (+2,635)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,224 miles
    Test number
    612424271791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,589 miles
    Test number
    346428392830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,578 miles (+2,358)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,578 miles
    Test number
    751247738341
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.80 1/m (8.2.2.2 (a))

  8. Pass90,220 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    694563183599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,217 miles (+1,838)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,217 miles
    Test number
    911778012512
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass88,379 miles (+3,677)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,379 miles
    Test number
    198536083032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,702 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,702 miles
    Test number
    495388505913
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  12. Fail84,702 miles (+3,584)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,702 miles
    Test number
    408598330482
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  13. Pass81,118 miles (+3,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,118 miles
    Test number
    550363022143
    • AdvisoryBonnet Struts Weak. Only Just Suporting Weight of Bonnet.

  14. Pass77,608 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,608 miles
    Test number
    604259126382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,117 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,117 miles
    Test number
    813672479054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,586 miles (+4,571)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,586 miles
    Test number
    919512565074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,015 miles (+292)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,015 miles
    Test number
    559285664080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,723 miles (+5,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,723 miles
    Test number
    699301344023
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass60,235 miles (+5,115)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,235 miles
    Test number
    809628053067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,120 miles
    Test number
    386952082052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail55,120 miles (+9,054)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,120 miles
    Test number
    486571982017
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass46,066 miles (+7,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,066 miles
    Test number
    738003471096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass38,493 miles (+9,292)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,493 miles
    Test number
    114301480082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,201 miles
    Test number
    102406179437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 CAS

Does L18 CAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 CAS is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 CAS?
The MOT on L18 CAS is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 CAS done?
L18 CAS was recorded at 103,240 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 4,365 miles a year.
Has L18 CAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 CAS has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 CAS 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 L18 CAS find?
L18 CAS passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.

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