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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,598 cc

L26 WJSMOT history

L26 WJS is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 98,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

L26 WJS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,744 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 WJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
13 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 WJS was last recorded at 98,744 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,980 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,764 miles
Average per year
5,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,744 miles
  • 2025 – 95,980 miles
  • 2024 – 93,310 miles
  • 2023 – 89,516 miles
  • 2022 – 86,468 miles
  • 2021 – 83,964 miles
  • 2020 – 81,284 miles
  • 2019 – 75,611 miles
  • 2017 – 65,599 miles
  • 2016 – 51,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,744 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,744 miles
    Test number
    148149351666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail98,744 miles (+2,764)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,744 miles
    Test number
    873862664790
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass95,980 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,980 miles
    Test number
    643845633202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,310 miles (+3,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,310 miles
    Test number
    717524091161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge age cracks appearing in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge age cracks appearing in tread (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,516 miles
    Test number
    902322514550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,510 miles (+3,042)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,510 miles
    Test number
    220787090425
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass86,468 miles (+2,504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,468 miles
    Test number
    843435199725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  8. Pass83,964 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,964 miles
    Test number
    967614255429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,284 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,284 miles
    Test number
    435539178212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,278 miles (+5,667)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,278 miles
    Test number
    468227609145
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass75,611 miles (+10,012)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,611 miles
    Test number
    665205551669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,599 miles (+14,139)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    65,599 miles
    Test number
    860231204424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    263418846756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,460 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    280309397706
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L26 WJS

Does L26 WJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 WJS is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 WJS?
The MOT on L26 WJS is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 WJS done?
L26 WJS was recorded at 98,744 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 5,199 miles a year.
Has L26 WJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 WJS has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 WJS 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 WJS find?
L26 WJS passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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