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Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

L21 GNNMOT history

L21 GNN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 54,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L21 GNN grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
54,924 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 GNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 GNN was last recorded at 54,924 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 3,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
51,441 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,483 miles
Average per year
3,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,924 miles
  • 2025 – 51,441 miles
  • 2024 – 48,797 miles
  • 2023 – 45,103 miles
  • 2022 – 40,785 miles
  • 2021 – 37,271 miles
  • 2020 – 34,404 miles
  • 2019 – 31,829 miles
  • 2018 – 28,971 miles
  • 2017 – 26,141 miles
  • 2016 – 23,515 miles
  • 2015 – 19,989 miles
  • 2014 – 15,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,924 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    54,924 miles
    Test number
    254755734985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail54,924 miles (+3,483)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,924 miles
    Test number
    635505771975
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass51,441 miles (+2,644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    51,441 miles
    Test number
    412417918148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass48,797 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    48,797 miles
    Test number
    943347269142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,103 miles (+4,318)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    45,103 miles
    Test number
    271665965632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,785 miles (+3,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,785 miles
    Test number
    355738183403
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass37,271 miles (+2,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    37,271 miles
    Test number
    178397781928
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass34,404 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,404 miles
    Test number
    679234475683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,829 miles (+2,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    31,829 miles
    Test number
    763672725216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass28,971 miles (+2,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    28,971 miles
    Test number
    309393018310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass26,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    26,141 miles
    Test number
    342444966411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail26,141 miles (+2,626)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,141 miles
    Test number
    628154719311
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass23,515 miles (+3,526)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    23,515 miles
    Test number
    461674521521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,989 miles (+4,745)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,989 miles
    Test number
    458141005271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    15,244 miles
    Test number
    459942004210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 GNN

Does L21 GNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 GNN is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 GNN?
The MOT on L21 GNN is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 GNN done?
L21 GNN was recorded at 54,924 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 3,302 miles a year.
Has L21 GNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 GNN has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 GNN 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 GNN find?
L21 GNN passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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