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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

L30 RECMOT history

L30 REC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 180,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2024.

L30 REC silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2025
Mileage
180,735 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 REC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
26 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 REC was last recorded at 180,735 miles on 1 Feb 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,735 miles · 31 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 180,735 miles
  • 2023 – 174,269 miles
  • 2022 – 167,517 miles
  • 2021 – 161,061 miles
  • 2020 – 152,516 miles
  • 2019 – 143,099 miles
  • 2018 – 132,944 miles
  • 2016 – 122,794 miles
  • 2015 – 114,955 miles
  • 2014 – 111,760 miles
  • 2013 – 108,099 miles
  • 2011 – 104,202 miles
  • 2009 – 89,811 miles
  • 2008 – 83,736 miles
  • 2007 – 79,364 miles
  • 2006 – 64,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,735 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryChip in screenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Coil spring corroded both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer tread.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Very heavy corrosion to exhaust system.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,735 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    180,735 miles
    Test number
    579285401373
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in screen

  2. Fail180,735 miles (+6,466)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,735 miles
    Test number
    556390056562
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in screen

  3. Pass174,269 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    174,269 miles
    Test number
    539076145671
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVery heavy corrosion to exhaust system.

  4. Fail174,269 miles (+6,752)4 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,269 miles
    Test number
    650516137561
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror backing missing & glass cracked. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVery heavy corrosion to exhaust system.

  5. Pass167,517 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    167,517 miles
    Test number
    167635504328
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror backing missing. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides ( inner edges ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded.

  6. Fail167,517 miles (+6,456)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,517 miles
    Test number
    578658800724
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror backing missing. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides ( inner edges ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded.

  7. Pass161,061 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    161,061 miles
    Test number
    776380803266
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass surround badly damaged.

  8. Fail161,601 miles (+9,085)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,601 miles
    Test number
    265967238796
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass surround badly damaged.

  9. Pass152,516 miles (+9,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    152,516 miles
    Test number
    538182739019
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi deteriorated badly

  10. Pass143,099 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    143,099 miles
    Test number
    181962014381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCarried out vehicle inspection under wet conditions.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system.

  11. Fail143,099 miles (+10,155)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,099 miles
    Test number
    697989011990
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCarried out vehicle inspection under wet conditions.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system.

  12. Pass132,944 miles (+10,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    132,944 miles
    Test number
    230152830019
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not checked due to seats in the down position.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system

  13. Pass122,794 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    122,794 miles
    Test number
    771647460222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system

  14. Fail122,780 miles (+3,937)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,780 miles
    Test number
    907385143750
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system

  15. Pass118,843 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    118,843 miles
    Test number
    804220486358
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  16. Fail118,843 miles (+3,888)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,843 miles
    Test number
    613847593293
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  17. Pass114,955 miles (+109)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    114,955 miles
    Test number
    115681225065
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSurface corrosion to exhaust system

  18. Fail114,846 miles (+3,086)5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,846 miles
    Test number
    266292515059
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSurface corrosion to exhaust system

  19. Pass111,760 miles (+3,661)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,760 miles
    Test number
    159896414063
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to os outer sill
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty and pitted
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  20. Pass108,099 miles (+3,897)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    108,099 miles
    Test number
    596541233073
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brakes binding slighty
    • NoteSlight play both rear axle bushes

  21. Pass104,202 miles (+4,028)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    104,202 miles
    Test number
    447484251388
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePitting and corrosion to rear brake disc's
    • NotePitting to front brake disc's

  22. Pass100,174 miles (+10,363)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,174 miles
    Test number
    627814901073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split.

  23. Pass89,811 miles (+6,075)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    89,811 miles
    Test number
    841198919394
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing low
    • NoteSurface rust on exhaust system

  24. Pass83,736 miles (+4,372)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    83,736 miles
    Test number
    434514298222
    • NoteRear numberplate starting to delaminate
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering rack
    • NoteSurface rust on exhaust

  25. Pass79,364 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,364 miles
    Test number
    422475037200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail79,260 miles (+15,100)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,260 miles
    Test number
    980132037205
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass64,160 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,160 miles
    Test number
    333069926241
    • NoteAnti freeze below minimum requirement should be min -25 degrees yors is at -17degrees
    • NoteExhaust alignment looks to be out of place?
    • NoteHead light protector o/s/front cracked
    • NoteRear wiper noisy
    • NoteSlight bind rear brakes †
    • NoteWashers front seemed a bit weak? †

Questions about L30 REC

Does L30 REC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 REC expired on 31 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 REC?
The MOT on L30 REC expired on 31 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 REC done?
L30 REC was recorded at 180,735 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2024, an average of 6,677 miles a year.
Has L30 REC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 REC has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L30 REC 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 REC find?
L30 REC passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2024 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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