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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

L24 FENMOT history

L24 FEN is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 170,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

L24 FEN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
170,956 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 FEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 FEN was last recorded at 170,956 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 1,423 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
169,533 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,423 miles
Average per year
6,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,956 miles
  • 2025 – 169,533 miles
  • 2024 – 167,833 miles
  • 2023 – 166,015 miles
  • 2022 – 157,385 miles
  • 2017 – 151,552 miles
  • 2016 – 141,294 miles
  • 2014 – 135,539 miles
  • 2013 – 122,854 miles
  • 2012 – 98,141 miles
  • 2011 – 87,785 miles
  • 2010 – 71,962 miles
  • 2009 – 56,374 miles
  • 2008 – 48,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,956 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,956 miles (+1,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    170,956 miles
    Test number
    267808453171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass169,533 miles (+1,700)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    169,533 miles
    Test number
    219228408389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass167,833 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    167,833 miles
    Test number
    963224525189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass166,015 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    166,015 miles
    Test number
    211941161910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail166,015 miles (+8,630)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,015 miles
    Test number
    175325613269
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass157,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    157,385 miles
    Test number
    771567347607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail157,385 miles (+5,833)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,385 miles
    Test number
    980572614600
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road zone a (3.2 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass151,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    151,552 miles
    Test number
    187787798145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail151,552 miles (+10,258)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,552 miles
    Test number
    768499683015
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass141,294 miles (+5,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    141,294 miles
    Test number
    847887549976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass135,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    135,539 miles
    Test number
    408042734387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,539 miles (+12,685)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,539 miles
    Test number
    519442134368
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass122,854 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    122,854 miles
    Test number
    806754263283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside inner steering rack balljoint has free play.

  14. Fail122,853 miles (+24,712)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,853 miles
    Test number
    385604363231
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside inner steering rack balljoint has free play.

  15. Pass98,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,141 miles
    Test number
    567058582114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,141 miles (+10,356)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,141 miles
    Test number
    295498782486
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  17. Pass87,785 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    87,785 miles
    Test number
    556758651190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail87,785 miles (+15,823)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,785 miles
    Test number
    936848851161
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass71,962 miles (+15,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,962 miles
    Test number
    323213160144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass56,374 miles (+7,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,374 miles
    Test number
    902390869174
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  21. Pass48,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,820 miles
    Test number
    443943168127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L24 FEN

Does L24 FEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 FEN is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 FEN?
The MOT on L24 FEN is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 FEN done?
L24 FEN was recorded at 170,956 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 6,847 miles a year.
Has L24 FEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 FEN has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L24 FEN 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 L24 FEN find?
L24 FEN passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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