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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

L21 CALMOT history

L21 CAL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 108,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2024.

L21 CAL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2025
Mileage
108,493 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 CAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 CAL was last recorded at 108,493 miles on 28 Oct 2024, 2,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,665 miles · 10 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,828 miles
Average per year
5,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,493 miles
  • 2023 – 105,665 miles
  • 2022 – 97,990 miles
  • 2021 – 93,926 miles
  • 2020 – 93,917 miles
  • 2019 – 93,774 miles
  • 2017 – 85,299 miles
  • 2016 – 78,068 miles
  • 2015 – 66,451 miles
  • 2014 – 59,977 miles
  • 2013 – 48,737 miles
  • 2012 – 38,905 miles
  • 2011 – 30,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,493 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,493 miles (+2,828)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,493 miles
    Test number
    698798189678
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass105,665 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,665 miles
    Test number
    766373788883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,990 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,990 miles
    Test number
    345332768737
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail97,990 miles (+337)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,990 miles
    Test number
    650129941588
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass97,653 miles (+3,727)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,653 miles
    Test number
    958147815262
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded O/S/F & BOTH REAR COILS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass93,926 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,926 miles
    Test number
    535928888804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail93,917 miles (+143)2 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,917 miles
    Test number
    781681951567
    • DangerousNearside Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  8. Pass93,774 miles (+8,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,774 miles
    Test number
    428309717380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass85,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,299 miles
    Test number
    260106575987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,299 miles (+7,231)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,299 miles
    Test number
    175268234240
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass78,068 miles (+11,617)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,068 miles
    Test number
    358340039850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,451 miles (+6,474)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,451 miles
    Test number
    236870185057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,977 miles (+11,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    495910894090
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass48,737 miles (+9,832)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,737 miles
    Test number
    498013263017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,905 miles (+8,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,905 miles
    Test number
    705297242000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass30,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,505 miles
    Test number
    178026351403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 CAL

Does L21 CAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 CAL expired on 27 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 CAL?
The MOT on L21 CAL expired on 27 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 CAL done?
L21 CAL was recorded at 108,493 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2024, an average of 5,704 miles a year.
Has L21 CAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 CAL has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L21 CAL 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 L21 CAL find?
L21 CAL passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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