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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

L30 SHMMOT history

L30 SHM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 61,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

L30 SHM blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
61,343 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 SHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 SHM was last recorded at 61,343 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 7,123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
54,220 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,123 miles
Average per year
2,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,343 miles
  • 2025 – 54,220 miles
  • 2024 – 42,215 miles
  • 2023 – 41,254 miles
  • 2021 – 39,695 miles
  • 2020 – 39,312 miles
  • 2019 – 37,150 miles
  • 2018 – 35,527 miles
  • 2017 – 31,920 miles
  • 2016 – 29,590 miles
  • 2015 – 26,987 miles
  • 2014 – 24,149 miles
  • 2013 – 22,860 miles
  • 2012 – 21,134 miles
  • 2011 – 19,276 miles
  • 2010 – 17,230 miles
  • 2009 – 14,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,343 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced All rear. (4.3.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))

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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,343 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    61,343 miles
    Test number
    894641475013
    • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced All rear. (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail61,343 miles (+7,123)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,343 miles
    Test number
    826369275738
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced All rear. (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass54,220 miles (+12,005)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,220 miles
    Test number
    381254940367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,215 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    42,215 miles
    Test number
    754940740037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,254 miles (+1,559)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    41,254 miles
    Test number
    285662575505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,695 miles (+383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    39,695 miles
    Test number
    795460437843
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  7. Pass39,312 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    39,312 miles
    Test number
    790887895351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,150 miles (+1,623)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    37,150 miles
    Test number
    836849277509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,527 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,527 miles
    Test number
    629530412367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,920 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,920 miles
    Test number
    426163228408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,590 miles (+2,603)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,590 miles
    Test number
    801978015470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,987 miles (+2,838)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    26,987 miles
    Test number
    906564855196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre thread getting low and wearing unevenly
    • NoteO/s/f shock dust cover adrift
  13. Pass24,149 miles (+1,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    24,149 miles
    Test number
    216579344461
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  14. Pass22,860 miles (+1,726)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    22,860 miles
    Test number
    637063643174
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN/s washer jet partly blocked
  15. Pass21,134 miles (+1,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,134 miles
    Test number
    217346632446
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  16. Pass19,276 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,276 miles
    Test number
    229085141118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,230 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    17,230 miles
    Test number
    592465340121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    14,647 miles
    Test number
    410727649129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 SHM

Does L30 SHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 SHM is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 SHM?
The MOT on L30 SHM is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 SHM done?
L30 SHM was recorded at 61,343 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 2,703 miles a year.
Has L30 SHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 SHM has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L30 SHM 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 SHM find?
L30 SHM passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced all rear.; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front..

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