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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L18 FYEMOT history

L18 FYE is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 124,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

L18 FYE white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
124,097 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 FYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 FYE was last recorded at 124,097 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 7,132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
116,965 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,132 miles
Average per year
8,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,097 miles
  • 2025 – 116,965 miles
  • 2024 – 109,078 miles
  • 2023 – 103,530 miles
  • 2022 – 99,026 miles
  • 2021 – 91,427 miles
  • 2020 – 84,667 miles
  • 2019 – 73,004 miles
  • 2018 – 60,910 miles
  • 2017 – 51,320 miles
  • 2016 – 39,564 miles
  • 2015 – 30,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,097 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,097 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    124,097 miles
    Test number
    207566315100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail124,097 miles (+7,132)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,097 miles
    Test number
    505028064314
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass116,965 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,965 miles
    Test number
    336720825028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail116,965 miles (+7,887)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,965 miles
    Test number
    778441035340
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass109,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    109,078 miles
    Test number
    936382010756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,078 miles (+5,548)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,078 miles
    Test number
    134030235881
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass103,530 miles (+4,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,530 miles
    Test number
    627733099174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,026 miles (+7,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,026 miles
    Test number
    323241703760
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass91,427 miles (+6,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,427 miles
    Test number
    440501103152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,667 miles (+386)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,667 miles
    Test number
    270428730779
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass84,281 miles (+11,277)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,281 miles
    Test number
    658165148284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,004 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,004 miles
    Test number
    828596153324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,015 miles (+9,105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    70,015 miles
    Test number
    131532380497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass60,910 miles (+9,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,910 miles
    Test number
    150263584499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass51,320 miles (+11,756)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    51,320 miles
    Test number
    829080400324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,564 miles (+9,250)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,564 miles
    Test number
    305099822466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    30,314 miles
    Test number
    218255405099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,314 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,314 miles
    Test number
    716445505003
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about L18 FYE

Does L18 FYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 FYE is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 FYE?
The MOT on L18 FYE is valid until 28 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 FYE done?
L18 FYE was recorded at 124,097 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 8,003 miles a year.
Has L18 FYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 FYE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 FYE 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 FYE find?
L18 FYE passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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