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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

L19 BAKMOT history

L19 BAK is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 161,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

L19 BAK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
161,336 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L19 BAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
11 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L19 BAK was last recorded at 161,336 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 7,616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,720 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,616 miles
Average per year
8,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,336 miles
  • 2025 – 153,720 miles
  • 2024 – 144,805 miles
  • 2023 – 137,803 miles
  • 2022 – 134,285 miles
  • 2021 – 127,757 miles
  • 2020 – 122,606 miles
  • 2019 – 115,771 miles
  • 2018 – 107,337 miles
  • 2017 – 100,467 miles
  • 2016 – 87,304 miles
  • 2015 – 70,712 miles
  • 2014 – 58,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,336 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,336 miles (+7,616)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    161,336 miles
    Test number
    904199252908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass153,720 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,720 miles
    Test number
    802976107624
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail153,720 miles (+3)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,720 miles
    Test number
    308801604996
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail153,717 miles (+8,912)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,717 miles
    Test number
    723675494986
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass144,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    144,805 miles
    Test number
    621124447845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail144,802 miles (+6,999)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,802 miles
    Test number
    724344593186
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass137,803 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,803 miles
    Test number
    399231906376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,285 miles (+6,528)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,285 miles
    Test number
    435081601091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass127,757 miles (+5,151)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,757 miles
    Test number
    893833509442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,606 miles (+6,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,606 miles
    Test number
    933325249048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass115,771 miles (+8,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,771 miles
    Test number
    902106695310
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted BOTH SIDES (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass107,337 miles (+6,870)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    107,337 miles
    Test number
    547661310281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,467 miles
    Test number
    328373548180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,467 miles (+13,163)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,467 miles
    Test number
    822946888845
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water (8.2.3)

  15. Pass87,304 miles (+16,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,304 miles
    Test number
    198688876799
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres going out of shape
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass70,712 miles (+2,026)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,712 miles
    Test number
    336331788691
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle

  17. Pass68,686 miles (+10,075)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    219265925133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass58,611 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,611 miles
    Test number
    609609124135
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about L19 BAK

Does L19 BAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L19 BAK is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L19 BAK?
The MOT on L19 BAK is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L19 BAK done?
L19 BAK was recorded at 161,336 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 8,252 miles a year.
Has L19 BAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L19 BAK has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L19 BAK 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 L19 BAK find?
L19 BAK passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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