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Red · Petrol · 2016 · 1,395 cc

L21 JPLMOT history

L21 JPL is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 105,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L21 JPL red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
105,624 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
10,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 JPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
3 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 JPL was last recorded at 105,624 miles on 18 May 2026, 14,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
90,658 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
14,966 miles
Average per year
10,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,624 miles
  • 2025 – 90,658 miles
  • 2024 – 75,164 miles
  • 2023 – 62,567 miles
  • 2022 – 53,700 miles
  • 2021 – 47,039 miles
  • 2020 – 41,323 miles
  • 2019 – 32,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,624 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 26 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,624 miles (+14,966)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    105,624 miles
    Test number
    137244618369
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass90,658 miles (+15,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,658 miles
    Test number
    999258183101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass75,164 miles (+12,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,164 miles
    Test number
    190829421703
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass62,567 miles (+8,867)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    62,567 miles
    Test number
    451558098069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass53,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    53,700 miles
    Test number
    150269388806
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail53,700 miles (+6,661)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,700 miles
    Test number
    675958722717
    • Repaired at testRear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass47,039 miles (+5,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    47,039 miles
    Test number
    171790335758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass41,323 miles (+8,737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    41,323 miles
    Test number
    247200589889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass32,586 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    32,586 miles
    Test number
    201519376172
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Questions about L21 JPL

Does L21 JPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 JPL is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 JPL?
The MOT on L21 JPL is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 JPL done?
L21 JPL was recorded at 105,624 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 10,113 miles a year.
Has L21 JPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 JPL has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L21 JPL 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 JPL find?
L21 JPL passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears on edges.

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