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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,781 cc

L1 BARMOT history

L1 BAR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jul 1994. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 40,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2024.

L1 BAR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2025
Mileage
40,991 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 BAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Jul 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 BAR was last recorded at 40,991 miles on 2 Feb 2024, 314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,677 miles · 1 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
314 miles
Average per year
991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 40,991 miles
  • 2023 – 40,677 miles
  • 2022 – 40,301 miles
  • 2021 – 39,890 miles
  • 2020 – 39,201 miles
  • 2019 – 38,056 miles
  • 2018 – 36,567 miles
  • 2017 – 35,475 miles
  • 2016 – 34,384 miles
  • 2015 – 33,072 miles
  • 2014 – 31,364 miles
  • 2010 – 29,220 miles
  • 2009 – 27,003 miles
  • 2008 – 25,805 miles
  • 2007 – 25,653 miles
  • 2006 – 23,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,991 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    40,991 miles
    Test number
    725652996850
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail40,991 miles (+314)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,991 miles
    Test number
    604655607399
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass40,677 miles (+376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    40,677 miles
    Test number
    123021404203
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,301 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,301 miles
    Test number
    507677766834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    39,890 miles
    Test number
    436705814596
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail39,890 miles (+689)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,890 miles
    Test number
    298746889669
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass39,201 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,201 miles
    Test number
    896607204055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail39,184 miles (+1,128)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,184 miles
    Test number
    222553730816
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass38,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,056 miles
    Test number
    535850202550
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail38,056 miles (+1,489)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,056 miles
    Test number
    108382344980
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass36,567 miles (+1,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    36,567 miles
    Test number
    252989646784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Just passed (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass35,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    35,475 miles
    Test number
    762384112952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail35,475 miles (+1,091)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,475 miles
    Test number
    404828293084
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp All rear (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass34,384 miles (+1,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    34,384 miles
    Test number
    909398465249
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy box noisy (7.1.4)

  15. Pass33,072 miles (+1,708)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,072 miles
    Test number
    815368135044
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass31,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    31,364 miles
    Test number
    215366834035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail31,364 miles (+2,144)2 dangerous6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,364 miles
    Test number
    679494834039
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteAdvise rear brakes noisy

  18. Pass29,220 miles (+2,217)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,220 miles
    Test number
    530731080159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,003 miles (+1,198)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,003 miles
    Test number
    231040819237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,805 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,805 miles
    Test number
    600923418236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,653 miles (+2,040)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,653 miles
    Test number
    991521297166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,613 miles
    Test number
    274640706257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 BAR

Does L1 BAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L1 BAR expired on 21 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L1 BAR?
The MOT on L1 BAR expired on 21 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L1 BAR done?
L1 BAR was recorded at 40,991 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2024, an average of 991 miles a year.
Has L1 BAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 BAR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L1 BAR 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 L1 BAR find?
L1 BAR passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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