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Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

L18 XJJMOT history

L18 XJJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 98,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

L18 XJJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,028 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 XJJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 XJJ was last recorded at 98,028 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 5,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,164 miles · 7 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,864 miles
Average per year
6,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,028 miles
  • 2022 – 92,164 miles
  • 2020 – 86,526 miles
  • 2019 – 84,015 miles
  • 2018 – 73,689 miles
  • 2017 – 62,659 miles
  • 2016 – 51,772 miles
  • 2015 – 44,613 miles
  • 2014 – 34,044 miles
  • 2013 – 24,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,028 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 18 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,028 miles (+5,864)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,028 miles
    Test number
    742600086588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass92,164 miles (+5,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,164 miles
    Test number
    799319484642
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass86,526 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,526 miles
    Test number
    424125937371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,015 miles (+10,326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,015 miles
    Test number
    626233608855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass73,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    680799020959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail73,689 miles (+11,030)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    478267626787
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass62,659 miles (+10,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,659 miles
    Test number
    237820496081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Pads Low, On legal limit 1.5ml
  8. Pass51,772 miles (+7,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,772 miles
    Test number
    430131815167
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre on legal limit advise replacement
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly worn inner edge
  9. Pass44,613 miles (+10,569)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,613 miles
    Test number
    533068415317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,044 miles (+9,345)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,044 miles
    Test number
    258913674252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,699 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    24,699 miles
    Test number
    615793183249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,675 miles
    Test number
    769557173033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 XJJ

Does L18 XJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 XJJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 XJJ?
The MOT on L18 XJJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 XJJ done?
L18 XJJ was recorded at 98,028 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 6,014 miles a year.
Has L18 XJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 XJJ has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on L18 XJJ 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 XJJ find?
L18 XJJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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