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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

L18 CRYMOT history

L18 CRY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 134,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

L18 CRY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
134,692 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 CRY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 CRY was last recorded at 134,692 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 9,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,695 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,997 miles
Average per year
8,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,692 miles
  • 2025 – 124,695 miles
  • 2024 – 116,695 miles
  • 2023 – 107,547 miles
  • 2022 – 98,470 miles
  • 2021 – 90,997 miles
  • 2020 – 86,369 miles
  • 2019 – 78,032 miles
  • 2018 – 69,963 miles
  • 2017 – 59,521 miles
  • 2016 – 51,348 miles
  • 2015 – 39,298 miles
  • 2014 – 28,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,692 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror casing missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,692 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    134,692 miles
    Test number
    295368068346
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror casing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,692 miles (+9,997)1 repaired1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,692 miles
    Test number
    540730678068
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror casing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,695 miles (+8,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    124,695 miles
    Test number
    894325455975
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass116,695 miles (+9,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,695 miles
    Test number
    916054979383
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,547 miles (+9,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,547 miles
    Test number
    577641311285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,470 miles (+7,473)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    98,470 miles
    Test number
    733400843295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass90,997 miles (+4,628)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,997 miles
    Test number
    124650855745
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass86,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,369 miles
    Test number
    784402496235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,369 miles (+8,337)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,369 miles
    Test number
    468935960129
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass78,032 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,032 miles
    Test number
    437226098465
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean for smoke meter to detect

  11. Fail78,032 miles (+8,069)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,032 miles
    Test number
    540035835704
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean for smoke meter to detect

  12. Pass69,963 miles (+10,442)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,963 miles
    Test number
    625682146767
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose JOINT (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass59,521 miles (+8,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,521 miles
    Test number
    515700695796
    • AdvisoryLimited RPM and emissions to low for smoke meter to detect
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass51,348 miles (+12,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,348 miles
    Test number
    960443686877
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to be detected by smoke meter

  15. Pass39,298 miles (+10,954)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,298 miles
    Test number
    395572705474
    • NoteLimited revs and emssion to low for smoke meter to detect

  16. Pass28,344 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,344 miles
    Test number
    238727304244
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall perishing

Questions about L18 CRY

Does L18 CRY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 CRY is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 CRY?
The MOT on L18 CRY is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 CRY done?
L18 CRY was recorded at 134,692 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 8,854 miles a year.
Has L18 CRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 CRY has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 CRY 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 CRY find?
L18 CRY passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 10 more.

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