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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

L20 DOPMOT history

L20 DOP is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 152,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L20 DOP black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
152,970 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 DOP
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
1 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 DOP was last recorded at 152,970 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 6,665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,305 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,665 miles
Average per year
9,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,970 miles
  • 2025 – 146,305 miles
  • 2024 – 135,419 miles
  • 2023 – 131,263 miles
  • 2022 – 122,455 miles
  • 2021 – 118,447 miles
  • 2020 – 113,319 miles
  • 2019 – 102,137 miles
  • 2018 – 92,876 miles
  • 2017 – 81,125 miles
  • 2016 – 63,868 miles
  • 2015 – 47,976 miles
  • 2014 – 40,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,970 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Accident damage to nearside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine cover and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,970 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    152,970 miles
    Test number
    193892052197
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail152,970 miles (+6,665)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,970 miles
    Test number
    105156058324
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper hand-brake mechanism not at stop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass146,305 miles1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    146,305 miles
    Test number
    636833049385
    • DangerousFront In-correct brake pads fitted
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever not at stop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail146,305 miles (+10,886)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,305 miles
    Test number
    110757599598
    • DangerousFront In-correct brake pads fitted
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper & lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever not at stop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,419 miles (+4,156)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,419 miles
    Test number
    902100108412
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,263 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,263 miles
    Test number
    253818868610
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres wearing on inner edge.

  7. Fail131,263 miles (+8,808)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,263 miles
    Test number
    748528444543
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres wearing on inner edge.

  8. Pass122,455 miles (+4,008)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,455 miles
    Test number
    493960222869
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slight smear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass118,447 miles (+5,128)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    118,447 miles
    Test number
    752596099350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,319 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,319 miles
    Test number
    616905538348
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail113,319 miles (+11,182)1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,319 miles
    Test number
    347641638493
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass102,137 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,137 miles
    Test number
    626946303171
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to nearside front
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread wearing low on inner edges

  13. Fail102,137 miles (+9,261)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,137 miles
    Test number
    205599610407
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to nearside front
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread wearing low on inner edges

  14. Pass92,876 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,876 miles
    Test number
    396865000816
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  15. Fail92,876 miles (+11,751)3 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,876 miles
    Test number
    746228365265
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass81,125 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,125 miles
    Test number
    443762426239
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail81,125 miles (+17,257)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,125 miles
    Test number
    531930999563
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing door mirror glass missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass63,868 miles (+15,892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,868 miles
    Test number
    834625841186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,976 miles (+7,025)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,976 miles
    Test number
    327806675172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,951 miles
    Test number
    115937274100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 DOP

Does L20 DOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 DOP is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 DOP?
The MOT on L20 DOP is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 DOP done?
L20 DOP was recorded at 152,970 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 9,269 miles a year.
Has L20 DOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 DOP has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 DOP 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 L20 DOP find?
L20 DOP passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing, and 4 more.

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