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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L18 FJHMOT history

L18 FJH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 95,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

L18 FJH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
95,149 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 FJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 FJH was last recorded at 95,149 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,874 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
275 miles
Average per year
5,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,149 miles
  • 2025 – 88,263 miles
  • 2024 – 80,924 miles
  • 2023 – 70,416 miles
  • 2022 – 56,879 miles
  • 2021 – 51,433 miles
  • 2020 – 50,955 miles
  • 2019 – 49,743 miles
  • 2018 – 47,210 miles
  • 2017 – 42,765 miles
  • 2016 – 39,822 miles
  • 2015 – 34,390 miles
  • 2014 – 29,622 miles
  • 2013 – 23,474 miles
  • 2012 – 18,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,149 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,149 miles (+275)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    95,149 miles
    Test number
    105511078062
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms corroded

  2. Fail94,874 miles (+6,611)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,874 miles
    Test number
    477700143933
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms corroded

  3. Pass88,263 miles (+7,339)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,263 miles
    Test number
    809490231338
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,924 miles (+10,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,924 miles
    Test number
    621804575017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Alloy wheel inner rim previously showing welded repair.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,416 miles (+13,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    196174211567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside inner pad close to wear sensor - monitor warning displaying on dashboard between inspection intervals (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Alloy wheel showing signs of previously welded repair

  6. Pass56,879 miles (+5,446)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    56,879 miles
    Test number
    732152446282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass51,433 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    51,433 miles
    Test number
    966026545254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,955 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    680792720375
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Fail50,955 miles (+1,212)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    685775725136
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass49,743 miles (+2,533)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,743 miles
    Test number
    702005122607
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer light cluster condensated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Fraying slightly (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass47,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,210 miles
    Test number
    282393169876
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO.s.r tyre perished

  12. Fail47,210 miles (+4,445)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,210 miles
    Test number
    792676430561
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO.s.r tyre perished

  13. Pass42,765 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,765 miles
    Test number
    444602421560
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and worn unevenly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt fraying
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  14. Fail42,765 miles (+2,943)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,765 miles
    Test number
    140936858437
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and worn unevenly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt fraying
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  15. Pass39,822 miles (+5,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,822 miles
    Test number
    474744574390
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass34,390 miles (+4,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    34,390 miles
    Test number
    807164089591
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass29,622 miles (+6,148)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,622 miles
    Test number
    238750464212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,474 miles (+5,250)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    23,474 miles
    Test number
    837304953286
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyres perished

  19. Pass18,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    18,224 miles
    Test number
    995429542243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 FJH

Does L18 FJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 FJH is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 FJH?
The MOT on L18 FJH is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 FJH done?
L18 FJH was recorded at 95,149 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 5,475 miles a year.
Has L18 FJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 FJH has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 FJH 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 FJH find?
L18 FJH passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside outer sill damaged; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 1 more.

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