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Volkswagen Golf R-Line Edition TSI EVO

Black · Petrol · 2020 · 1,498 cc

L1 XLEMOT history

L1 XLE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf R-Line Edition TSI EVO first used on 9 Jul 2020. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 4 of 6 MOT tests, with 78,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

L1 XLE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
78,643 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
6
4 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 XLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf R-Line Edition TSI EVO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
9 Jul 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 XLE was last recorded at 78,643 miles on 29 May 2026, 12,650 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
65,993 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
12,650 miles
Average per year
15,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,643 miles
  • 2025 – 65,993 miles
  • 2024 – 50,318 miles
  • 2023 – 34,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,643 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7-1.8 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil close to minimum

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

6 tests since 4 Jul 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,643 miles (+12,650)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    78,643 miles
    Test number
    859831504313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7-1.8 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil close to minimum

  2. Pass65,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    65,993 miles
    Test number
    517641068547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail65,993 miles (+15,675)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,993 miles
    Test number
    981800613491
    • DangerousNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass50,318 miles (+16,191)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    50,318 miles
    Test number
    492140719771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass34,127 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    34,127 miles
    Test number
    788602741470
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

  6. Fail34,127 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,127 miles
    Test number
    256786678766
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

Questions about L1 XLE

Does L1 XLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 XLE is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 XLE?
The MOT on L1 XLE is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 XLE done?
L1 XLE was recorded at 78,643 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 15,339 miles a year.
Has L1 XLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 XLE has failed 2 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 XLE 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 XLE find?
L1 XLE passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7-1.8; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 4 more.

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