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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

L25 WNNMOT history

L25 WNN is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 214,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

L25 WNN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Dec 2026
Mileage
214,825 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 WNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 WNN was last recorded at 214,825 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 3,112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,713 miles · 27 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,112 miles
Average per year
6,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,825 miles
  • 2024 – 211,713 miles
  • 2023 – 202,841 miles
  • 2022 – 193,027 miles
  • 2021 – 184,568 miles
  • 2020 – 180,690 miles
  • 2019 – 176,341 miles
  • 2018 – 170,864 miles
  • 2017 – 167,141 miles
  • 2016 – 162,975 miles
  • 2015 – 158,907 miles
  • 2014 – 152,526 miles
  • 2013 – 150,144 miles
  • 2012 – 141,575 miles
  • 2011 – 131,377 miles
  • 2010 – 122,104 miles
  • 2009 – 112,563 miles
  • 2008 – 104,402 miles
  • 2007 – 97,030 miles
  • 2006 – 90,952 miles
  • 2005 – 76,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,825 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside 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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,825 miles (+3,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    214,825 miles
    Test number
    525845583115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass211,713 miles (+8,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    211,713 miles
    Test number
    288539010145
    • AdvisoryBack box in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass202,841 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    202,841 miles
    Test number
    211407821974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail202,824 miles (+9,797)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,824 miles
    Test number
    558843876488
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass193,027 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    193,027 miles
    Test number
    941853578095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face and outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect has slight reduced dampening affect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face and outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect has slight reduced dampening affect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine misting in oil
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded and outer sleeve deteriorated

  6. Fail193,027 miles (+8,459)6 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,027 miles
    Test number
    316234233175
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face and outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect has slight reduced dampening affect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion lip on inner face and outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect has slight reduced dampening affect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine misting in oil
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded and outer sleeve deteriorated

  7. Pass184,568 miles (+3,878)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    184,568 miles
    Test number
    849773716879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass180,690 miles (+4,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    180,690 miles
    Test number
    403777346878
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass176,341 miles (+5,477)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    176,341 miles
    Test number
    550942756674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass170,864 miles (+3,723)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    170,864 miles
    Test number
    254442104686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass167,141 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    167,141 miles
    Test number
    518493948409
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail167,141 miles (+4,166)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,141 miles
    Test number
    616057239672
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass162,975 miles (+4,068)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    162,975 miles
    Test number
    254301460610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass158,907 miles (+6,381)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    158,907 miles
    Test number
    396696138023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass152,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    152,526 miles
    Test number
    227771124225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail152,526 miles (+2,382)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,526 miles
    Test number
    868961724236
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass150,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    150,144 miles
    Test number
    357435443406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail150,143 miles (+8,568)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,143 miles
    Test number
    899115043293
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass141,575 miles (+10,198)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    141,575 miles
    Test number
    106327632291
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s outter cv boot weeping

  20. Pass131,377 miles (+9,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    131,377 miles
    Test number
    316056511288
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass122,104 miles (+9,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    122,104 miles
    Test number
    703053840286
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass112,563 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    112,563 miles
    Test number
    111437049255
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail112,563 miles (+8,161)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,563 miles
    Test number
    670677449277
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass104,402 miles (+7,372)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    104,402 miles
    Test number
    963586828203
    • NoteSlight damage noticed to both outer cills.

  25. Pass97,030 miles (+6,078)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    97,030 miles
    Test number
    803512637285
    • NoteN/s/r child seat prevented full seat belt inspection
    • NotePlastic covers prevented full vehicle inspection

  26. Pass90,952 miles (+14,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    90,952 miles
    Test number
    942357646275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass76,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    76,792 miles
    Test number
    981458915372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L25 WNN

Does L25 WNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 WNN is valid until 26 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L25 WNN?
The MOT on L25 WNN is valid until 26 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 WNN done?
L25 WNN was recorded at 214,825 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 6,868 miles a year.
Has L25 WNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 WNN has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on L25 WNN 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 L25 WNN find?
L25 WNN passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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