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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

L23 WDNMOT history

L23 WDN is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 189,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

L23 WDN grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
189,123 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 WDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 WDN was last recorded at 189,123 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 6,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,660 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,463 miles
Average per year
9,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,123 miles
  • 2025 – 182,660 miles
  • 2024 – 174,947 miles
  • 2023 – 166,424 miles
  • 2022 – 157,295 miles
  • 2021 – 150,730 miles
  • 2020 – 145,324 miles
  • 2019 – 138,195 miles
  • 2018 – 131,868 miles
  • 2017 – 124,274 miles
  • 2016 – 117,760 miles
  • 2015 – 109,939 miles
  • 2014 – 102,058 miles
  • 2013 – 79,685 miles
  • 2012 – 62,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,123 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • 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))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,123 miles (+6,463)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    189,123 miles
    Test number
    395088955196
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass182,660 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    182,660 miles
    Test number
    373065251879
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail182,656 miles (+7,709)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,656 miles
    Test number
    324704894775
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass174,947 miles (+8,523)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    174,947 miles
    Test number
    888948959060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  5. Pass166,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    166,424 miles
    Test number
    817101484253
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail166,424 miles (+9,129)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,424 miles
    Test number
    540283562858
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass157,295 miles (+6,565)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,295 miles
    Test number
    800058708178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass150,730 miles (+5,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    150,730 miles
    Test number
    369562734368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass145,324 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    145,324 miles
    Test number
    115835608342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail145,324 miles (+7,129)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,324 miles
    Test number
    902016152303
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass138,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    138,195 miles
    Test number
    198742579208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail138,195 miles (+6,327)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,195 miles
    Test number
    663187026214
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass131,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,868 miles
    Test number
    408427098983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail131,867 miles (+7,593)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,867 miles
    Test number
    394967627546
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability link bar (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

  15. Pass124,274 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,274 miles
    Test number
    926829285058
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel trim missing

  16. Fail124,274 miles (+6,514)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,274 miles
    Test number
    132672152917
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel trim missing

  17. Pass117,760 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    117,760 miles
    Test number
    190167526971
    • AdvisoryRear child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged

  18. Fail117,760 miles (+7,821)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,760 miles
    Test number
    579599930426
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged

  19. Pass109,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,939 miles
    Test number
    586483415239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail109,939 miles (+7,881)2 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,939 miles
    Test number
    577363815290
    • DangerousFront brake pad warning light on
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre pressure low (puncture ?)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass102,058 miles (+22,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,058 miles
    Test number
    825432014281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass79,685 miles (+16,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,685 miles
    Test number
    749466893150
    • 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)

  23. Pass62,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,702 miles
    Test number
    329815112277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 WDN

Does L23 WDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 WDN is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 WDN?
The MOT on L23 WDN is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 WDN done?
L23 WDN was recorded at 189,123 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 9,013 miles a year.
Has L23 WDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 WDN has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L23 WDN 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 WDN find?
L23 WDN passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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