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Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,968 cc

L23 CDYMOT history

L23 CDY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 153,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

L23 CDY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
153,982 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 CDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
29 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 CDY was last recorded at 153,982 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 17,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,029 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
17,953 miles
Average per year
13,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,982 miles
  • 2024 – 136,029 miles
  • 2023 – 112,838 miles
  • 2022 – 98,164 miles
  • 2021 – 82,505 miles
  • 2020 – 73,542 miles
  • 2019 – 61,075 miles
  • 2018 – 50,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,982 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides weeping x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 6 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,982 miles (+17,953)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    153,982 miles
    Test number
    500747479704
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Pass136,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,029 miles
    Test number
    883749592881
    • AdvisoryMessage on dash front cornering lamps inop

  3. Fail136,029 miles (+23,191)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,029 miles
    Test number
    957255038178
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords showing on inner edge 225x40x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear glass missing (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. sava spare fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryMessage on dash front cornering lamps inop

  4. Pass112,838 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    112,838 miles
    Test number
    552354495776
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides weeping x2 (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail112,838 miles (+14,674)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,838 miles
    Test number
    768647194244
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator warning on dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater likely to become detached mirror indicator cracked /sharp end sticking out / (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall deep cut 225x40x18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre nearly on wear marks/uneven,lumpy tread wear on inside
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides weeping x2 (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass98,164 miles (+15,659)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,164 miles
    Test number
    491203436916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front repeater lense damaged however has no effect on emitted light
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLarge amount of body work damage to vehicle however unlikely to cause harm to passers by

  7. Pass82,505 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,505 miles
    Test number
    872127857865
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass smashed/cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror indicator broke in two (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail82,505 miles (+8,963)3 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,505 miles
    Test number
    156619493842
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn through last 1.6 mm so no tread is visible 225x40x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall has cords showing completely around circumference (could have blow out )if driven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousThis vehicle in my opinion is dangerous to drive because of the tyre condition????
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass smashed/cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror indicator broke in two (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass73,542 miles (+12,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,542 miles
    Test number
    982797584449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass61,075 miles (+10,340)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,075 miles
    Test number
    330738538785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,735 miles
    Test number
    712310590790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 CDY

Does L23 CDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 CDY is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L23 CDY?
The MOT on L23 CDY is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 CDY done?
L23 CDY was recorded at 153,982 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 13,649 miles a year.
Has L23 CDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 CDY has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 CDY 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 L23 CDY find?
L23 CDY passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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