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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,595 cc

L23 THCMOT history

L23 THC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 138,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

L23 THC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,679 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 THC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 THC was last recorded at 138,679 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,572 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
5,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,679 miles
  • 2025 – 138,572 miles
  • 2024 – 138,322 miles
  • 2023 – 138,279 miles
  • 2022 – 137,520 miles
  • 2021 – 137,453 miles
  • 2019 – 136,319 miles
  • 2018 – 136,107 miles
  • 2017 – 132,674 miles
  • 2016 – 132,658 miles
  • 2015 – 119,991 miles
  • 2014 – 108,483 miles
  • 2013 – 97,987 miles
  • 2012 – 95,009 miles
  • 2011 – 88,358 miles
  • 2010 – 85,005 miles
  • 2009 – 78,251 miles
  • 2008 – 56,261 miles
  • 2007 – 32,721 miles
  • 2006 – 25,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,679 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread feathered (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,679 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,679 miles
    Test number
    623946509055
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread feathered (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail138,648 miles (+76)3 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,648 miles
    Test number
    192251548128
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread feathered (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass138,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,572 miles
    Test number
    172464168188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail138,572 miles (+250)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,572 miles
    Test number
    199339303738
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,322 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    138,322 miles
    Test number
    891741864011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,279 miles (+759)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,279 miles
    Test number
    757985865051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,520 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    137,520 miles
    Test number
    885530729683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,453 miles (+1,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,453 miles
    Test number
    866069276170
    • 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))

  9. Pass136,319 miles (+212)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,319 miles
    Test number
    929774663944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass136,107 miles (+3,433)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,107 miles
    Test number
    945993970357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass132,674 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    132,674 miles
    Test number
    331867517548
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  12. Fail132,674 miles (+16)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,674 miles
    Test number
    469990556759
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  13. Fail132,658 miles (+12,667)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,658 miles
    Test number
    330955247819
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass119,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    119,991 miles
    Test number
    314141922485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,991 miles (+39)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,991 miles
    Test number
    735829827447
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAir filter found rolling around under the bonnet in engine bay.
    • AdvisoryNo engine oil on dip stick,topped up to carry out MOT test.

  16. Fail119,952 miles (+11,469)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,952 miles
    Test number
    894540334002
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAir filter found rolling around under the bonnet in engine bay.
    • AdvisoryNo engine oil on dip stick,topped up to carry out MOT test.

  17. Pass108,483 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    108,483 miles
    Test number
    247384844376
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking inside wall

  18. Fail108,481 miles (+10,494)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,481 miles
    Test number
    957790144392
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking inside wall

  19. Pass97,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,987 miles
    Test number
    365181843353
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail97,987 miles (+2,978)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,987 miles
    Test number
    677763033390
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass95,009 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    95,009 miles
    Test number
    518572732389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,008 miles (+6,650)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,008 miles
    Test number
    867189622315
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureFront Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass88,358 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,358 miles
    Test number
    759079721384
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteDriver sceen has a lot of small scratches

  24. Fail88,358 miles (+3,353)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,358 miles
    Test number
    535036511359
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteDriver sceen has a lot of small scratches
    • NoteRear discs have some corrosion

  25. Pass85,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    85,005 miles
    Test number
    543836930304
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail85,005 miles (+6,754)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,005 miles
    Test number
    390606230371
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass78,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    343738229315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,251 miles (+21,990)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    870868129344
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass56,261 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    553484138317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Fail56,261 miles (+23,540)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    862214638381
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass32,721 miles (+7,172)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,721 miles
    Test number
    593434137339
    • NoteFront disc pads wearing thin,may need discs and pads soon
    • NotePark brake slightly out of balance
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  32. Pass25,549 miles (+1,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,549 miles
    Test number
    243355636340
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  33. Pass24,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,041 miles
    Test number
    274182306410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 THC

Does L23 THC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 THC is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 THC?
The MOT on L23 THC is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 THC done?
L23 THC was recorded at 138,679 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 5,722 miles a year.
Has L23 THC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 THC has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 THC 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 THC find?
L23 THC passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front inner steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread feathered, and 1 more.

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