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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

L30 LXJMOT history

L30 LXJ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

L30 LXJ grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
134,761 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 LXJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 LXJ was last recorded at 134,761 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 2,471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,290 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,471 miles
Average per year
7,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,761 miles
  • 2025 – 132,290 miles
  • 2024 – 128,850 miles
  • 2022 – 127,063 miles
  • 2021 – 125,003 miles
  • 2019 – 121,044 miles
  • 2018 – 106,155 miles
  • 2017 – 100,604 miles
  • 2015 – 89,889 miles
  • 2014 – 70,696 miles
  • 2013 – 61,215 miles
  • 2012 – 49,753 miles
  • 2010 – 27,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,761 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear shock absorber shroud detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,761 miles (+2,471)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    134,761 miles
    Test number
    469753142832
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass132,290 miles (+3,440)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,290 miles
    Test number
    985332921927
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass128,850 miles (+1,787)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,850 miles
    Test number
    564539878795
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    127,063 miles
    Test number
    176856263518
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail127,063 miles (+2,060)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,063 miles
    Test number
    311942120261
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass125,003 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,003 miles
    Test number
    672332269280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    121,999 miles
    Test number
    815751829198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,999 miles (+955)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,999 miles
    Test number
    238312595105
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently bonnetr catch siezed in open postion (3.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass121,044 miles (+172)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,044 miles
    Test number
    477935724310
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber shroud detached

  10. Fail120,872 miles (+10,465)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,872 miles
    Test number
    882398817079
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber shroud detached

  11. Pass110,407 miles (+4,252)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,407 miles
    Test number
    886521944726
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass106,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    106,155 miles
    Test number
    524012485577
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm rear bushes slightly worn. (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail106,151 miles (+5,547)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,151 miles
    Test number
    943452667334
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm rear bushes slightly worn. (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass100,604 miles (+10,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,604 miles
    Test number
    883720539490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass89,889 miles (+12,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    89,889 miles
    Test number
    118246972288
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres have low tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass77,285 miles (+6,589)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    77,285 miles
    Test number
    498152315035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    387734494016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,696 miles (+9,481)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    787854094080
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass61,215 miles (+11,462)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,215 miles
    Test number
    436077603190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,753 miles (+22,030)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,753 miles
    Test number
    568443392075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,723 miles
    Test number
    341937470235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail27,723 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,723 miles
    Test number
    633707270225
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L30 LXJ

Does L30 LXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 LXJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 LXJ?
The MOT on L30 LXJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 LXJ done?
L30 LXJ was recorded at 134,761 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 7,008 miles a year.
Has L30 LXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 LXJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L30 LXJ 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 L30 LXJ find?
L30 LXJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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