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White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,968 cc

L40 JRSMOT history

L40 JRS is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 118,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

L40 JRS white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
118,391 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 JRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
20 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 JRS was last recorded at 118,391 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,390 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,391 miles
  • 2024 – 104,833 miles
  • 2023 – 96,132 miles
  • 2022 – 89,771 miles
  • 2021 – 83,818 miles
  • 2020 – 76,472 miles
  • 2019 – 69,285 miles
  • 2018 – 55,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,391 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 15 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,391 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    118,391 miles
    Test number
    785970609201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail118,390 miles (+13,557)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,390 miles
    Test number
    807563089161
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass104,833 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    104,833 miles
    Test number
    407871826607
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail104,833 miles (+8,701)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,833 miles
    Test number
    959227786133
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass96,132 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    935905889846
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail96,132 miles (+6,361)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    327288659819
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass89,771 miles (+5,953)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,771 miles
    Test number
    315729880463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,818 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,818 miles
    Test number
    182883235147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,472 miles (+7,187)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,472 miles
    Test number
    180986262798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,285 miles (+13,515)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,285 miles
    Test number
    924319004693
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass55,770 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,770 miles
    Test number
    265369224362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L40 JRS

Does L40 JRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 JRS is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L40 JRS?
The MOT on L40 JRS is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 JRS done?
L40 JRS was recorded at 118,391 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 8,821 miles a year.
Has L40 JRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 JRS has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 JRS 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 L40 JRS find?
L40 JRS passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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