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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

L2 KGAMOT history

L2 KGA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 101,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

L2 KGA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,951 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2021
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 KGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 KGA was last recorded at 101,951 miles on 2 Feb 2021, 1,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,605 miles · 17 Jan 2020
Between the last two tests
1,346 miles
Average per year
4,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 101,951 miles
  • 2020 – 100,605 miles
  • 2019 – 98,997 miles
  • 2018 – 96,813 miles
  • 2017 – 95,011 miles
  • 2016 – 93,246 miles
  • 2015 – 89,767 miles
  • 2014 – 84,889 miles
  • 2013 – 81,269 miles
  • 2012 – 77,730 miles
  • 2011 – 74,402 miles
  • 2010 – 69,633 miles
  • 2009 – 62,475 miles
  • 2008 – 52,204 miles
  • 2007 – 42,369 miles
  • 2006 – 29,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes deteriorated / corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil dip stick tube broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable deteriorated / damaged (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / split / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on outer edge / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable deteriorated / damaged (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / split / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside front wing excessively corroded / covered with tapeRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake effort low, Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear brake disc backing plates / heat shields excessively corroded / weakened

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Hazard warning switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    825932030994
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes deteriorated / corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil dip stick tube broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable deteriorated / damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / split / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on outer edge / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable deteriorated / damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / split / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wing excessively corroded / covered with tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low, Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc backing plates / heat shields excessively corroded / weakened

  2. PassMileage not read2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    217207526679
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / splitting / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing excessively corroded / covered with tape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / splitting / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc backing plates excessively corroded / weakened
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    975163844731
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty sticky (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing excessively corroded / covered with tape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    217347552107
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable deteriorated / damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing excessively corroded / covered with tape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable deteriorated / damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deteriorated / tyre size 205//R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    782292068820
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing area excessively corroded / covered with tape

  6. FailMileage not read3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    184232504621
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing area excessively corroded / covered with tape

  7. Pass101,951 miles (+1,346)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    101,951 miles
    Test number
    126723780680
    • AdvisoryHazard light switch worn
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to the n/s/r quarter panel area
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing area corroded / covered with tape

  8. Pass100,605 miles (+101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,605 miles
    Test number
    725717835485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end lock nut has been excessively heated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing corroded

  9. Fail100,504 miles (+1,507)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,504 miles
    Test number
    871616889316
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing corroded

  10. Pass98,997 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,997 miles
    Test number
    832916878228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing excessively corroded

  11. Fail98,996 miles (+2,183)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,996 miles
    Test number
    466766004184
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing excessively corroded

  12. Pass96,813 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,813 miles
    Test number
    337902221696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,812 miles (+1,801)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,812 miles
    Test number
    297979947780
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass95,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    95,011 miles
    Test number
    520921066135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,011 miles (+1,765)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,011 miles
    Test number
    654959137982
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Fuel cooler (7.2.3)

  16. Pass93,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,246 miles
    Test number
    990943805948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,246 miles (+3,479)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,246 miles
    Test number
    984282183876
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass89,767 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    89,767 miles
    Test number
    176242915061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront Exhaust flexi bracket broken

  19. Fail89,766 miles (+4,877)2 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,766 miles
    Test number
    549622415031
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside rear Tyre is bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront Exhaust flexi bracket broken
    • NoteRear Tyres are cracked and perishing

  20. Pass84,889 miles (+3,620)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,889 miles
    Test number
    898816704083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low on the inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing low on the inner edge

  21. Pass81,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,269 miles
    Test number
    297891123095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail81,269 miles (+3,539)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,269 miles
    Test number
    726081523039
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low on the inner edges

  23. Pass77,730 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,730 miles
    Test number
    718168922062
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres going bald on inner edges

  24. Fail77,729 miles (+3,327)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,729 miles
    Test number
    667738422012
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres going bald on inner edges

  25. Pass74,402 miles (+4,769)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,402 miles
    Test number
    699807311022
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteFront disc's corried inner side badly
    • NotePolly belt cracking

  26. Pass69,633 miles (+7,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    69,633 miles
    Test number
    440968420074
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail62,475 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,475 miles
    Test number
    750386129023
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass62,475 miles (+10,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,475 miles
    Test number
    841736029040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass52,204 miles (+9,835)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,204 miles
    Test number
    143678128428
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteStrong fuel smell in engine bay no visable leak at time of test

  30. Pass42,369 miles (+12,564)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    42,369 miles
    Test number
    530565427029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass29,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,805 miles
    Test number
    653975726039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail29,805 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,805 miles
    Test number
    850915526025
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about L2 KGA

Does L2 KGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 KGA is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 KGA?
The MOT on L2 KGA is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 KGA done?
L2 KGA was recorded at 101,951 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2021, an average of 4,803 miles a year.
Has L2 KGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 KGA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L2 KGA 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 L2 KGA find?
L2 KGA passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 14 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes deteriorated / corroded; engine oil dip stick tube broken; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 11 more.

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