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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,000 cc

L22 MBAMOT history

L22 MBA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 221,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

L22 MBA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2022
Mileage
221,796 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 MBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 MBA was last recorded at 221,796 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 1,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,173 miles · 21 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,623 miles
Average per year
11,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 221,796 miles
  • 2020 – 213,584 miles
  • 2019 – 201,751 miles
  • 2018 – 186,072 miles
  • 2017 – 166,483 miles
  • 2016 – 153,382 miles
  • 2015 – 142,319 miles
  • 2014 – 128,262 miles
  • 2013 – 113,465 miles
  • 2012 – 98,631 miles
  • 2011 – 88,355 miles
  • 2010 – 79,943 miles
  • 2009 – 69,549 miles
  • 2008 – 61,638 miles
  • 2007 – 48,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,796 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill under sealed

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,796 miles (+1,623)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    221,796 miles
    Test number
    926847102346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill under sealed

  2. Fail220,173 miles (+6,589)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,173 miles
    Test number
    882334780207
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  3. Pass213,584 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    213,584 miles
    Test number
    982111934819
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail213,584 miles (+11,833)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,584 miles
    Test number
    585618735981
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass201,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    201,751 miles
    Test number
    378330826390
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail201,750 miles (+15,678)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,750 miles
    Test number
    508516123544
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass186,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    186,072 miles
    Test number
    594933079872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail186,072 miles (+19,589)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,072 miles
    Test number
    275228310022
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass166,483 miles (+13,101)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    166,483 miles
    Test number
    562838338343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass153,382 miles (+11,063)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,382 miles
    Test number
    988702324179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,319 miles (+14,057)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    142,319 miles
    Test number
    235632965162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass128,262 miles (+14,797)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    128,262 miles
    Test number
    219746814129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,465 miles (+72)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,465 miles
    Test number
    809872423108
    • NoteMarks to windscreen
    • NoteSlight vibration from engine possible flywheel

  14. Fail113,393 miles (+14,762)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,393 miles
    Test number
    119039213175
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMarks to windscreen
    • NoteSlight vibration from engine possible flywheel

  15. Pass98,631 miles (+10,276)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,631 miles
    Test number
    405579852153
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth headlamp glass cloudy

  16. Pass88,355 miles (+8,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,355 miles
    Test number
    958674751163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  17. Pass79,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    580591360166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail79,943 miles (+10,394)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    234091660160
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre uneven wear

  19. Pass69,549 miles (+7,911)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    360953549132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  20. Pass61,638 miles (+13,126)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,638 miles
    Test number
    873897438186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,512 miles
    Test number
    933456057103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 MBA

Does L22 MBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L22 MBA expired on 15 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L22 MBA?
The MOT on L22 MBA expired on 15 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L22 MBA done?
L22 MBA was recorded at 221,796 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 11,924 miles a year.
Has L22 MBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 MBA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on L22 MBA 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 L22 MBA find?
L22 MBA passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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