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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

L23 XSAMOT history

L23 XSA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 72,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

L23 XSA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,575 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
7,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 XSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 XSA was last recorded at 72,575 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 8,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,221 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,354 miles
Average per year
7,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,575 miles
  • 2025 – 64,221 miles
  • 2024 – 59,269 miles
  • 2023 – 53,795 miles
  • 2022 – 47,587 miles
  • 2021 – 40,287 miles
  • 2019 – 36,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,575 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 17 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,575 miles (+8,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,575 miles
    Test number
    514390752479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass64,221 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,221 miles
    Test number
    953128148223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,269 miles (+5,474)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,269 miles
    Test number
    489952228100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,795 miles (+6,208)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    53,795 miles
    Test number
    650603854360
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Product on lens (sticker) (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Product on lens (sticker) (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass47,587 miles (+7,300)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    47,587 miles
    Test number
    931575918743
    • MinorRear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Have Products On Lens (Stickers) (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass40,287 miles (+4,176)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    40,287 miles
    Test number
    184872124649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,111 miles (+14,356)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    36,111 miles
    Test number
    204815813587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass21,755 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    21,755 miles
    Test number
    454230451422
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test interior mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Questions about L23 XSA

Does L23 XSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 XSA is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 XSA?
The MOT on L23 XSA is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 XSA done?
L23 XSA was recorded at 72,575 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 7,262 miles a year.
Has L23 XSA ever failed its MOT?
No. L23 XSA has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L23 XSA 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 XSA find?
L23 XSA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm.

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