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Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L4 YALMOT history

L4 YAL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 153,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

L4 YAL grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
153,134 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
15,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 YAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 YAL was last recorded at 153,134 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 27,038 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
126,096 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
27,038 miles
Average per year
15,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,134 miles
  • 2025 – 126,096 miles
  • 2024 – 98,549 miles
  • 2023 – 69,653 miles
  • 2021 – 31,169 miles
  • 2020 – 19,056 miles
  • 2019 – 11,917 miles
  • 2018 – 3,369 miles
  • 2017 – 3,168 miles
  • 2016 – 3,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,134 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 9 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,134 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    153,134 miles
    Test number
    315295545593
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail153,134 miles (+27,038)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,134 miles
    Test number
    709907193342
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,096 miles (+27,547)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,096 miles
    Test number
    169092003437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,549 miles (+28,896)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,549 miles
    Test number
    747927222356
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass69,653 miles (+38,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,653 miles
    Test number
    913029169594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass31,169 miles (+12,113)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    31,169 miles
    Test number
    806798777670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass19,056 miles (+7,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    19,056 miles
    Test number
    579740226006
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

  8. Pass11,917 miles (+8,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    11,917 miles
    Test number
    880065116139
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

  9. Pass3,369 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    3,369 miles
    Test number
    765173502664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass3,168 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    3,168 miles
    Test number
    834692893314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass3,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    3,156 miles
    Test number
    797728610267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 YAL

Does L4 YAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 YAL is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 YAL?
The MOT on L4 YAL is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 YAL done?
L4 YAL was recorded at 153,134 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 15,966 miles a year.
Has L4 YAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 YAL has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 YAL 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 YAL find?
L4 YAL passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen wiper blade defective both sides.

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