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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

L40 VRYMOT history

L40 VRY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2022 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 124,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2022.

L40 VRY blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2022
Mileage
124,127 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 VRY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
2 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L40 VRY was last recorded at 124,127 miles on 10 Nov 2022, 6,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,947 miles · 7 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,180 miles
Average per year
6,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,127 miles
  • 2021 – 117,947 miles
  • 2020 – 112,693 miles
  • 2019 – 107,029 miles
  • 2018 – 101,037 miles
  • 2017 – 88,992 miles
  • 2016 – 86,297 miles
  • 2015 – 83,160 miles
  • 2014 – 79,876 miles
  • 2013 – 75,269 miles
  • 2012 – 71,686 miles
  • 2011 – 66,336 miles
  • 2010 – 58,147 miles
  • 2009 – 43,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,127 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose also casing damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorSide repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Vehicle has a knocking noise possibly mount or bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,127 miles (+6,180)1 dangerous11 major5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,127 miles
    Test number
    966303617133
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose also casing damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,947 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    117,947 miles
    Test number
    696148354925
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail117,947 miles (+5,254)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,947 miles
    Test number
    508161562134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass112,693 miles (+5,664)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,693 miles
    Test number
    306349745478
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass107,029 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,029 miles
    Test number
    288136277224
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a knocking noise possibly mount or bushes

  6. Fail107,029 miles (+8)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,029 miles
    Test number
    104029378327
    • Repaired at testRear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged both (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a knocking noise possibly mount or bushes

  7. Fail107,021 miles (+5,984)4 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,021 miles
    Test number
    276732161616
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a knocking noise possibly mount or bushes

  8. Pass101,037 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,037 miles
    Test number
    272366306126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,032 miles (+12,040)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,032 miles
    Test number
    484732075161
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

  10. Pass88,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,992 miles
    Test number
    937479417999
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail88,990 miles (+2,693)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,990 miles
    Test number
    860398069166
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass86,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,297 miles
    Test number
    785282511878
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti rollbar links have slight play in ball joints

  13. Fail86,297 miles (+3,137)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,297 miles
    Test number
    523298605046
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti rollbar links have slight play in ball joints

  14. Pass83,160 miles (+3,284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,160 miles
    Test number
    175542864334
    • Advisory1 offside rear position light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit <3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Pass79,876 miles (+4,607)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,876 miles
    Test number
    728724144296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront brake release slightly uneven

  16. Pass75,269 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,269 miles
    Test number
    909061643299
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Fail75,269 miles (+3,583)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,269 miles
    Test number
    346161843242
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass71,686 miles (+5,350)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,686 miles
    Test number
    747135142291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWarning light on dash
    • NoteWashers slightly weak in operation

  19. Pass66,336 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,336 miles
    Test number
    107924041288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight bind offside rear brake
    • NoteTraction control light on dash

  20. Fail66,336 miles (+8,189)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,336 miles
    Test number
    367094741449
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight bind offside rear brake
    • NoteTraction control light on dash

  21. Pass58,147 miles (+14,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,147 miles
    Test number
    453139630264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass43,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,993 miles
    Test number
    162724549222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 VRY

Does L40 VRY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 VRY expired on 7 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 VRY?
The MOT on L40 VRY expired on 7 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 VRY done?
L40 VRY was recorded at 124,127 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2022, an average of 6,075 miles a year.
Has L40 VRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 VRY has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L40 VRY 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 VRY find?
L40 VRY failed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 5 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 18 more.

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