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Grey · Diesel · 2017 · 1,968 cc

L18 GYSMOT history

L18 GYS is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 109,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

L18 GYS grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
109,197 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 GYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
13 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 GYS was last recorded at 109,197 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 7,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,157 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,040 miles
Average per year
13,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,197 miles
  • 2024 – 102,157 miles
  • 2023 – 80,118 miles
  • 2022 – 60,797 miles
  • 2021 – 41,738 miles
  • 2020 – 29,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,197 miles
  • 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))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 6 Feb 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,197 miles (+7,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    109,197 miles
    Test number
    490761361227
    • 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))
  2. Pass102,157 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    102,157 miles
    Test number
    936122985261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,520 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,520 miles
    Test number
    911577608884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,518 miles (+20,400)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,518 miles
    Test number
    906973728896
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass80,118 miles (+19,321)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    80,118 miles
    Test number
    492750162044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,797 miles (+19,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    60,797 miles
    Test number
    137270974000
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted unable to inspect
  7. Pass41,738 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    41,738 miles
    Test number
    260745338178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail41,734 miles (+11,750)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,734 miles
    Test number
    614411420164
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass29,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    29,984 miles
    Test number
    776372115258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 GYS

Does L18 GYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 GYS is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L18 GYS?
The MOT on L18 GYS is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 GYS done?
L18 GYS was recorded at 109,197 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 13,693 miles a year.
Has L18 GYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 GYS has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 GYS 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 GYS find?
L18 GYS passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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