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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.

L30 NFJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass170,769 miles
  • 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

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 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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))
  9. 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))
  10. 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))
  11. 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))
  12. 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))
  13. Pass100,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    100,660 miles
    Test number
    419727922780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. 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))
  15. 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))
  16. Pass80,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,773 miles
    Test number
    854294137382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. 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)
  18. Pass75,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,322 miles
    Test number
    601008618862
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
  19. 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
  20. Pass70,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,307 miles
    Test number
    769656565117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. 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)
  22. Pass65,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,254 miles
    Test number
    547947064176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. 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)
  24. 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)
  25. 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)
  26. 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)
  27. Pass47,434 miles (+8,389)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,434 miles
    Test number
    867147591110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,045 miles (+7,045)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,045 miles
    Test number
    892757080107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. 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)
  30. Pass25,398 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,398 miles
    Test number
    693693688121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass21,063 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,063 miles
    Test number
    730312697165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. 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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