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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

L26 ATKMOT history

L26 ATK is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 130,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

L26 ATK grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
130,715 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 ATK
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
30 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 ATK was last recorded at 130,715 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 4,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,973 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,742 miles
Average per year
8,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,715 miles
  • 2025 – 125,973 miles
  • 2024 – 123,244 miles
  • 2023 – 110,954 miles
  • 2022 – 106,152 miles
  • 2021 – 99,023 miles
  • 2020 – 95,598 miles
  • 2019 – 86,862 miles
  • 2018 – 72,013 miles
  • 2017 – 59,215 miles
  • 2016 – 48,297 miles
  • 2015 – 36,419 miles
  • 2014 – 27,922 miles
  • 2013 – 20,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,715 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,715 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    130,715 miles
    Test number
    431709152240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail130,715 miles (+4,742)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,715 miles
    Test number
    183631810368
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass125,973 miles (+2,729)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    125,973 miles
    Test number
    851151536012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,244 miles (+2,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    123,244 miles
    Test number
    112705644833
    • AdvisoryN/s /r backplate loose

  5. Pass120,401 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,401 miles
    Test number
    313309175486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail120,392 miles (+9,438)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,392 miles
    Test number
    691232163955
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass110,954 miles (+4,802)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    110,954 miles
    Test number
    468369084114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,152 miles (+7,129)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,152 miles
    Test number
    167175463341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance on offside low.

  9. Pass99,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,023 miles
    Test number
    311973371203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail99,023 miles (+3,425)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,023 miles
    Test number
    310342545704
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass95,598 miles (+8,736)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,598 miles
    Test number
    128204514157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,862 miles (+14,849)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,862 miles
    Test number
    609858060332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,013 miles (+12,798)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,013 miles
    Test number
    829172776179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,215 miles
    Test number
    746904029825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,215 miles (+10,918)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,215 miles
    Test number
    941260300647
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass48,297 miles (+11,878)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,297 miles
    Test number
    257745929952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,419 miles (+8,497)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,419 miles
    Test number
    365383505293
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  18. Pass27,922 miles (+7,700)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    27,922 miles
    Test number
    649107194131
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded,pitted and scored
    • NoteSlight fluctuation at rear brakes

  19. Pass20,222 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    20,222 miles
    Test number
    346271613456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail20,220 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,220 miles
    Test number
    365887703498
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L26 ATK

Does L26 ATK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 ATK is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 ATK?
The MOT on L26 ATK is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 ATK done?
L26 ATK was recorded at 130,715 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 8,441 miles a year.
Has L26 ATK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 ATK has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 ATK 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 L26 ATK find?
L26 ATK passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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