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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

L55 KLHMOT history

L55 KLH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 150,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

L55 KLH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
150,844 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 KLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 KLH was last recorded at 150,844 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,843 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,844 miles
  • 2025 – 149,743 miles
  • 2024 – 147,931 miles
  • 2023 – 144,482 miles
  • 2022 – 138,946 miles
  • 2021 – 136,074 miles
  • 2020 – 133,150 miles
  • 2019 – 118,468 miles
  • 2018 – 97,877 miles
  • 2017 – 77,654 miles
  • 2016 – 57,705 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,844 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,844 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    150,844 miles
    Test number
    516025309229
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail150,843 miles (+1,100)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,843 miles
    Test number
    334423256453
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    149,743 miles
    Test number
    476715321729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail149,743 miles (+1,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,743 miles
    Test number
    849588593126
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass147,931 miles (+3,449)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    147,931 miles
    Test number
    389951252846
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,482 miles (+5,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    144,482 miles
    Test number
    350237804482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass138,946 miles (+2,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,946 miles
    Test number
    930101276254
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass136,074 miles (+2,924)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,074 miles
    Test number
    695687709384
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass133,150 miles (+14,682)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,150 miles
    Test number
    392292470718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,468 miles
    Test number
    722643176206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,468 miles (+20,591)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,468 miles
    Test number
    857525530895
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass97,877 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,877 miles
    Test number
    288732938149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail97,877 miles (+20,223)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,877 miles
    Test number
    467181235942
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass77,654 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,654 miles
    Test number
    404077437419
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail77,654 miles (+19,949)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,654 miles
    Test number
    702674997106
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass57,705 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,705 miles
    Test number
    921387386845
    • AdvisoryNo reading on smoke test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail57,705 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,705 miles
    Test number
    913922211329
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNo reading on smoke test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

Questions about L55 KLH

Does L55 KLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 KLH is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 KLH?
The MOT on L55 KLH is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 KLH done?
L55 KLH was recorded at 150,844 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 9,108 miles a year.
Has L55 KLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 KLH has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 KLH 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 L55 KLH find?
L55 KLH passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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