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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

L4 RWSMOT history

L4 RWS is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 100,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L4 RWS silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,309 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 RWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 RWS was last recorded at 100,309 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 17,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,834 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
17,475 miles
Average per year
6,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,309 miles
  • 2025 – 82,834 miles
  • 2024 – 69,546 miles
  • 2021 – 68,541 miles
  • 2020 – 68,025 miles
  • 2019 – 66,018 miles
  • 2018 – 58,742 miles
  • 2017 – 50,653 miles
  • 2016 – 39,152 miles
  • 2015 – 29,736 miles
  • 2014 – 28,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,309 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,309 miles (+17,475)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,309 miles
    Test number
    759348021186
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass82,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,834 miles
    Test number
    602776917243
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection

  3. Fail82,834 miles (+13,288)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,834 miles
    Test number
    189883418763
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection

  4. Pass69,546 miles (+1,005)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,546 miles
    Test number
    113085888813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,541 miles (+516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,541 miles
    Test number
    259599944594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass68,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    630444458437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail68,025 miles (+2,007)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    607416550369
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass66,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,018 miles
    Test number
    683209218263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,018 miles (+7,276)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,018 miles
    Test number
    935082407905
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,742 miles (+8,089)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,742 miles
    Test number
    873077904148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    754522084508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail50,653 miles (+3,670)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    235498685815
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass46,983 miles (+7,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,983 miles
    Test number
    812460310377
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener on rear view mirror.

  14. Pass39,152 miles (+9,416)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,152 miles
    Test number
    942412078838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,736 miles (+928)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    29,736 miles
    Test number
    979215855072
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNO ACC DETECTED
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass28,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    28,808 miles
    Test number
    138639134237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,808 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,808 miles
    Test number
    926619634282
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Questions about L4 RWS

Does L4 RWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 RWS is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 RWS?
The MOT on L4 RWS is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 RWS done?
L4 RWS was recorded at 100,309 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 6,139 miles a year.
Has L4 RWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 RWS has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 RWS 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 L4 RWS find?
L4 RWS passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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