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White and Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,384 cc

L31 PMYMOT history

L31 PMY is a white and blue diesel Volkswagen first used on 12 Jul 1994. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 81,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,376 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 PMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,384 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 Jul 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 PMY was last recorded at 81,376 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,222 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,154 miles
Average per year
339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,376 miles
  • 2024 – 78,222 miles
  • 2023 – 76,800 miles
  • 2022 – 76,049 miles
  • 2010 – 75,162 miles
  • 2009 – 75,158 miles
  • 2008 – 75,150 miles
  • 2007 – 75,044 miles
  • 2006 – 74,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,376 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,376 miles (+3,154)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,376 miles
    Test number
    516820544221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,222 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    78,222 miles
    Test number
    801981350568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Fail78,209 miles (+1,409)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,209 miles
    Test number
    662879119917
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass76,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,800 miles
    Test number
    513721082599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail76,800 miles (+751)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,800 miles
    Test number
    255472418859
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass76,049 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,049 miles
    Test number
    957222377767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,162 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    870595380229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,158 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,158 miles
    Test number
    153783389270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,150 miles
    Test number
    481971998213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,150 miles (+106)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,150 miles
    Test number
    774270098266
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass75,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,044 miles
    Test number
    184276377115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,044 miles (+378)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,044 miles
    Test number
    193861477192
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)
  13. Pass74,666 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    74,666 miles
    Test number
    722448886098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  14. Fail74,653 miles2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,653 miles
    Test number
    944451686047
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFuel line is damp with fluid.
    • NoteNearside front brake flexi hose is starting to perrish+crack.
    • NoteRear exhaust tailpipe is touching nearside body panel.
    • NoteSlight play detected in offside steering idler.
    • NoteSteering box drop arm drag link (rear) ball joint has slight play.

Questions about L31 PMY

Does L31 PMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 PMY is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 PMY?
The MOT on L31 PMY 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 L31 PMY done?
L31 PMY was recorded at 81,376 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 339 miles a year.
Has L31 PMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 PMY has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 PMY 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 L31 PMY find?
L31 PMY passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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