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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

L20 PODMOT history

L20 POD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 169,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

L20 POD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2025
Mileage
169,908 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 POD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L20 POD was last recorded at 169,908 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 5,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,542 miles · 16 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
5,366 miles
Average per year
6,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 169,908 miles
  • 2024 – 164,542 miles
  • 2023 – 159,396 miles
  • 2022 – 154,318 miles
  • 2021 – 149,218 miles
  • 2020 – 143,396 miles
  • 2019 – 139,448 miles
  • 2018 – 132,210 miles
  • 2017 – 125,052 miles
  • 2016 – 116,606 miles
  • 2015 – 107,727 miles
  • 2014 – 101,394 miles
  • 2013 – 94,251 miles
  • 2012 – 84,649 miles
  • 2011 – 76,029 miles
  • 2009 – 59,078 miles
  • 2008 – 54,330 miles
  • 2007 – 50,560 miles
  • 2006 – 46,258 miles
  • 2005 – 39,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail169,908 miles
  • DangerousPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail169,908 miles (+5,366)1 dangerous12 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,908 miles
    Test number
    994548305494
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass164,542 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,542 miles
    Test number
    320207165662
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail164,542 miles (+5,146)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,542 miles
    Test number
    721228116525
    • DangerousFront Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass159,396 miles (+5,078)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    159,396 miles
    Test number
    744274924616
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass154,318 miles1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,318 miles
    Test number
    738648999195
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam + Corroded (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  6. Fail154,318 miles (+5,100)3 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,318 miles
    Test number
    129014408614
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam + Corroded (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass149,218 miles (+252)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,218 miles
    Test number
    778550822996
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
  8. Fail148,966 miles (+5,570)6 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,966 miles
    Test number
    881868499205
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front section near cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
  9. Pass143,396 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,396 miles
    Test number
    924315323938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,448 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,448 miles
    Test number
    284729212177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail139,399 miles (+7,189)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,399 miles
    Test number
    610783238226
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass132,210 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,210 miles
    Test number
    968163453719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,161 miles (+7,109)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,161 miles
    Test number
    858412524140
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  14. Pass125,052 miles (+8,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,052 miles
    Test number
    556928352526
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass116,606 miles21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    116,606 miles
    Test number
    387163393319
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill on (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on very legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded outer (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted
  16. Fail116,607 miles (+8,880)2 failures2 repaired21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,607 miles
    Test number
    886288704562
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view wiper arm on (8.2.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill on (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on very legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded outer (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted
  17. Pass107,727 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,727 miles
    Test number
    498312456329
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES RUSTING, REAR SHOCKABSORBERS RUSTING
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules ALL (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION SPRINGS RUSTING
  18. Fail107,727 miles (+6,333)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,727 miles
    Test number
    740284058990
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH REAR (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES RUSTING, REAR SHOCKABSORBERS RUSTING
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules ALL (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION SPRINGS RUSTING
  19. Pass101,394 miles (+88)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    101,394 miles
    Test number
    135968384193
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Fail101,306 miles (+7,055)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,306 miles
    Test number
    675414484119
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  21. Pass94,251 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,251 miles
    Test number
    196712513241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Fail94,251 miles (+9,602)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,251 miles
    Test number
    777792513271
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Pass84,649 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,649 miles
    Test number
    568109902235
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on dash
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting deteriorated
  24. Fail84,649 miles (+8,620)4 failures1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,649 miles
    Test number
    856229802266
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on dash
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting deteriorated
  25. Pass76,029 miles (+16,951)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,029 miles
    Test number
    326953811279
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on dash.
  26. Pass59,078 miles (+4,748)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    59,078 miles
    Test number
    412032759243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  27. Pass54,330 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,330 miles
    Test number
    292170648265
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  28. Fail54,330 miles (+3,770)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,330 miles
    Test number
    894820648205
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  29. Pass50,560 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    50,560 miles
    Test number
    543979417276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    46,258 miles
    Test number
    632186816296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail46,258 miles (+6,595)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,258 miles
    Test number
    510276916221
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
  32. Pass39,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    39,663 miles
    Test number
    681107715299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 POD

Does L20 POD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 POD expired on 20 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 POD?
The MOT on L20 POD expired on 20 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 POD done?
L20 POD was recorded at 169,908 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 6,500 miles a year.
Has L20 POD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 POD has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L20 POD 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 POD find?
L20 POD failed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 6 advisories: play in steering rack inner joint(s); anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine, and 16 more.

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