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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,984 cc

L1 TKAMOT history

L1 TKA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jan 2018. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 86,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L1 TKA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,857 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 TKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
31 Jan 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 TKA was last recorded at 86,857 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 12,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,911 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12,946 miles
Average per year
9,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,857 miles
  • 2025 – 73,911 miles
  • 2024 – 63,215 miles
  • 2023 – 58,220 miles
  • 2022 – 48,636 miles
  • 2021 – 39,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,857 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large stone chip to lower screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamps have condensation/water ingress
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParts of exhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 2 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,857 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,857 miles
    Test number
    587108042436
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large stone chip to lower screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamps have condensation/water ingress
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParts of exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail86,857 miles (+12,946)2 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,857 miles
    Test number
    885630594721
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Smooth on inner edge and cut to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large stone chip to lower screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamps have condensation/water ingress
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParts of exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass73,911 miles (+10,696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,911 miles
    Test number
    617894133387
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to back box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass63,215 miles (+4,995)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    63,215 miles
    Test number
    423931637730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,220 miles (+9,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    58,220 miles
    Test number
    313162233020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs worn pads starting to get low on inners (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint corroded and weak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  6. Pass48,636 miles (+9,555)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    48,636 miles
    Test number
    870358969995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,081 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    39,081 miles
    Test number
    696465727659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,064 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,064 miles
    Test number
    404751624605
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L1 TKA

Does L1 TKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 TKA is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 TKA?
The MOT on L1 TKA is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 TKA done?
L1 TKA was recorded at 86,857 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 9,623 miles a year.
Has L1 TKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 TKA has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 TKA 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 TKA find?
L1 TKA passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large stone chip to lower screen; covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components; front headlamps have condensation/water ingress, and 4 more.

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