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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

L18 WLGMOT history

L18 WLG is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

L18 WLG grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
99,888 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 WLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 WLG was last recorded at 99,888 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,877 miles · 1 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,888 miles
  • 2025 – 96,126 miles
  • 2024 – 92,199 miles
  • 2023 – 86,964 miles
  • 2021 – 81,399 miles
  • 2020 – 74,581 miles
  • 2019 – 69,973 miles
  • 2018 – 65,466 miles
  • 2017 – 60,201 miles
  • 2016 – 54,923 miles
  • 2015 – 48,991 miles
  • 2014 – 42,362 miles
  • 2013 – 35,433 miles
  • 2012 – 28,583 miles
  • 2011 – 19,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,888 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,888 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    99,888 miles
    Test number
    831381102351
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,877 miles (+3,751)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,877 miles
    Test number
    398354336857
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,126 miles (+3,927)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    96,126 miles
    Test number
    195703071117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,199 miles (+5,235)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    92,199 miles
    Test number
    332849527917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,964 miles (+5,565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    86,964 miles
    Test number
    747351522329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,399 miles
    Test number
    836755188003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,399 miles (+6,818)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,399 miles
    Test number
    674424240937
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass74,581 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,581 miles
    Test number
    673169261023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail74,581 miles (+4,608)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,581 miles
    Test number
    741219469117
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass69,973 miles (+4,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,973 miles
    Test number
    294434325701
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting low on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass65,466 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,466 miles
    Test number
    562880452978
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail65,466 miles (+5,265)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,466 miles
    Test number
    756231969969
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass60,201 miles (+5,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,201 miles
    Test number
    556917878024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass54,923 miles (+5,932)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,923 miles
    Test number
    843008812839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,991 miles (+6,629)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,991 miles
    Test number
    622756272975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,362 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,362 miles
    Test number
    315749504480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail42,362 miles (+6,929)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,362 miles
    Test number
    608649604261
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass35,433 miles (+6,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,433 miles
    Test number
    796701493110
    • 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)

  19. Pass28,583 miles (+8,691)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,583 miles
    Test number
    358007002294
    • NoteLower engine and lower vehicle covers fitted

  20. Pass19,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,892 miles
    Test number
    425738201246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 WLG

Does L18 WLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 WLG is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 WLG?
The MOT on L18 WLG is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 WLG done?
L18 WLG was recorded at 99,888 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 5,379 miles a year.
Has L18 WLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 WLG has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 WLG 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 WLG find?
L18 WLG passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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