
Volkswagen Golf
Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc
L30 NFJMOT history
L30 NFJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 170,769 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 170,769 mi
- At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 32
- 21 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 7,777 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L30 NFJ
- 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
- 31 Oct 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L30 NFJ was last recorded at 170,769 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 170,762 miles · 17 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 7 miles
- Average per year
- 7,777 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 170,769 miles
- 2025 – 155,267 miles
- 2024 – 151,150 miles
- 2023 – 142,459 miles
- 2022 – 130,495 miles
- 2021 – 117,301 miles
- 2020 – 109,157 miles
- 2019 – 100,660 miles
- 2018 – 91,426 miles
- 2017 – 80,773 miles
- 2016 – 75,322 miles
- 2015 – 70,307 miles
- 2014 – 65,254 miles
- 2013 – 59,730 miles
- 2012 – 52,927 miles
- 2011 – 47,434 miles
- 2010 – 39,045 miles
- 2009 – 32,000 miles
- 2008 – 25,398 miles
- 2007 – 21,063 miles
- 2006 – 17,107 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi damaged.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Exhaust flexi blowing plus near joint at rear near silencer.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Full MOT history
32 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass170,769 miles (+7)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 170,769 miles
- Test number
- 228666395881
- AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi damaged.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
Fail170,762 miles (+15,495)5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,762 miles
- Test number
- 653268163866
- MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi damaged.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
Pass155,267 miles (+4,117)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 155,267 miles
- Test number
- 403005587019
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi and rear clamp area. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light not working.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse light not working.
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Need replacing soon. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears to flexi. (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass151,150 miles (+12)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 151,150 miles
- Test number
- 876024493733
- AdvisoryExhaust flexi blowing plus near joint at rear near silencer.
Fail151,138 miles (+8,679)1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,138 miles
- Test number
- 610275626430
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryExhaust flexi blowing plus near joint at rear near silencer.
Pass142,459 miles (+130)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 142,459 miles
- Test number
- 763174884987
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around, protected with grease but corrosion check was OK, top coating corroded ONLY. (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Lower exhaust flexi damaged and slightly leaking, minor exhaust leak on rear silencer joint.
Fail142,329 miles (+11,834)7 dangerous18 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,329 miles
- Test number
- 682275833424
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail rubbing on strut (1.1.12 (a))
- DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached top mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousTrack rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected fouling on wheel on full lock (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi broken (8.2.2.1 (b))
- MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated on axle (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated on axle (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure lamp unit loose (4.2.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases between centre and rear box (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryBoth front seat belts restricted movement due to aftermarket padded covers fitted.
Pass130,495 miles (+13,194)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 130,495 miles
- Test number
- 987208487452
- AdvisoryCentral Front Lower small exhaust gas leak by flexi.
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears. (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and N/S/R. (5.2.3 (e))
Pass117,301 miles (+131)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 117,301 miles
- Test number
- 373384431912
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
Fail117,170 miles (+8,013)13 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,170 miles
- Test number
- 593534409460
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front 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))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
Pass109,157 miles2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 109,157 miles
- Test number
- 572899242882
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail109,157 miles (+8,497)3 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,157 miles
- Test number
- 826875907936
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass100,660 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 100,660 miles
- Test number
- 419727922780
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail100,680 miles (+9,254)2 dangerous3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,680 miles
- Test number
- 186196948156
- DangerousNearside Rear 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))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Pass91,426 miles (+10,653)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 91,426 miles
- Test number
- 652840907742
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass80,773 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 80,773 miles
- Test number
- 854294137382
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail80,773 miles (+5,451)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,773 miles
- Test number
- 936651131780
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass75,322 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 75,322 miles
- Test number
- 601008618862
- AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
Fail75,322 miles (+5,015)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,322 miles
- Test number
- 605038007351
- FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
Pass70,307 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 70,307 miles
- Test number
- 769656565117
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail70,307 miles (+5,053)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,307 miles
- Test number
- 229686465154
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Pass65,254 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 65,254 miles
- Test number
- 547947064176
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,254 miles (+5,524)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,254 miles
- Test number
- 709767864194
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass59,730 miles (+6,803)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 59,730 miles
- Test number
- 698319593131
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass52,927 miles (+7)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 52,927 miles
- Test number
- 165781782106
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail52,920 miles (+5,486)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,920 miles
- Test number
- 406649172162
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass47,434 miles (+8,389)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 47,434 miles
- Test number
- 867147591110
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,045 miles (+7,045)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 39,045 miles
- Test number
- 892757080107
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,000 miles (+6,602)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 32,000 miles
- Test number
- 782197279194
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass25,398 miles (+4,335)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 25,398 miles
- Test number
- 693693688121
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,063 miles (+3,956)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 21,063 miles
- Test number
- 730312697165
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass17,107 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 17,107 miles
- Test number
- 403739396138
- 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)
Questions about L30 NFJ
- Does L30 NFJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 NFJ is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L30 NFJ?
- The MOT on L30 NFJ is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L30 NFJ done?
- L30 NFJ was recorded at 170,769 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 7,777 miles a year.
- Has L30 NFJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L30 NFJ has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on L30 NFJ 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 NFJ find?
- L30 NFJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: central front exhaust flexi damaged.; offside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged.
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