Volkswagen Golf
Black · Petrol · 2006 · 3,189 cc
L4 DKUMOT history
L4 DKU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 154,131 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 8 Jun 2024
- Mileage
- 154,131 mi
- At MOT on 9 Jun 2023
- MOT tests
- 26
- 16 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 8,623 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L4 DKU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,189 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 12 Sept 2006
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 9 Jun 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
L4 DKU was last recorded at 154,131 miles on 9 Jun 2023, 10,826 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 16 Jan 2013: 78,970 miles, lower than 79,862 miles on 11 Jan 2013.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 143,305 miles · 9 Jun 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 10,826 miles
- Average per year
- 8,623 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 154,131 miles
- 2022 – 143,305 miles
- 2021 – 142,057 miles
- 2020 – 134,661 miles
- 2019 – 126,622 miles
- 2018 – 119,406 miles
- 2017 – 113,425 miles
- 2016 – 107,163 miles
- 2015 – 102,096 miles
- 2014 – 94,201 miles
- 2013 – 78,970 miles
- 2012 – 75,785 miles
- 2011 – 61,897 miles
- 2010 – 45,437 miles
- 2009 – 35,221 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass154,131 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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.
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2022
Windscreen washer not working
Major2 MOTs, 2022
Rear hight sensor broken
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
26 tests since 24 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass154,131 miles (+10,826)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 154,131 miles
- Test number
- 610664964367
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass143,305 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 143,305 miles
- Test number
- 821204801390
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine coolant level low at reservior
- AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Fail143,305 miles (+15)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,305 miles
- Test number
- 562587131471
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine coolant level low at reservior
- AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Fail143,290 miles (+16)4 major4 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,290 miles
- Test number
- 294719207250
- 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))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail143,274 miles (+1,217)11 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,274 miles
- Test number
- 699610261709
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Broken (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front / Mid and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass142,057 miles (+7,396)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 142,057 miles
- Test number
- 991110141775
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass134,661 miles (+3)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 134,661 miles
- Test number
- 398373844939
- AdvisoryRear hight sensor broken
Fail134,658 miles (+589)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,658 miles
- Test number
- 873899424334
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- AdvisoryRear hight sensor broken
Fail134,069 miles (+7,447)4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,069 miles
- Test number
- 754606384371
- MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryRear headlamp auto adjuster broken (mounted on rear axle)
Pass126,622 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 126,622 miles
- Test number
- 476578798780
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail126,622 miles (+7,216)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,622 miles
- Test number
- 383208443269
- Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass119,406 miles (+5,981)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 119,406 miles
- Test number
- 833950305598
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Pass113,425 miles (+6,262)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 113,425 miles
- Test number
- 189184747489
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass107,163 miles (+5,067)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 107,163 miles
- Test number
- 388402402612
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,096 miles4 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,096 miles
- Test number
- 889082225107
- Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass102,096 miles (+7,895)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2016
- Odometer
- 102,096 miles
- Test number
- 918682325198
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass94,201 miles (+2,736)
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2015
- Odometer
- 94,201 miles
- Test number
- 586959524175
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass91,465 miles (+192)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 91,465 miles
- Test number
- 246646814034
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail91,273 miles (+12,303)2 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,273 miles
- Test number
- 138979504491
- FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass78,970 miles (-892)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 78,970 miles
- Test number
- 466316413051
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail79,862 miles (+4,077)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,862 miles
- Test number
- 208541113074
- FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner faces
- NoteNoise from offside front hub during road test, not identifiable due to 4wd system restricting free movement
- NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding
Pass75,785 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 75,785 miles
- Test number
- 849663062110
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth rear shock absorber shrouds detatched
Fail75,784 miles (+13,887)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,784 miles
- Test number
- 769533462124
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth rear shock absorber shrouds detatched
Pass61,897 miles (+16,460)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 61,897 miles
- Test number
- 696427951186
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass45,437 miles (+10,216)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 45,437 miles
- Test number
- 641820060160
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,221 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 35,221 miles
- Test number
- 310306439418
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L4 DKU
- Does L4 DKU currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L4 DKU expired on 8 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L4 DKU?
- The MOT on L4 DKU expired on 8 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L4 DKU done?
- L4 DKU was recorded at 154,131 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2023, an average of 8,623 miles a year.
- Has L4 DKU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L4 DKU has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2022.
- Has the mileage on L4 DKU ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L4 DKU find?
- L4 DKU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.
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