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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

L5 FPAMOT history

L5 FPA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 7 MOT tests, with 79,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

L5 FPA grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
79,506 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
7
7 passed · 0 failed
Per year
9,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 FPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
20 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 FPA was last recorded at 79,506 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 6,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,032 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,474 miles
Average per year
9,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,506 miles
  • 2025 – 73,032 miles
  • 2024 – 57,095 miles
  • 2023 – 47,206 miles
  • 2022 – 38,246 miles
  • 2020 – 29,945 miles
  • 2019 – 23,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,506 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

7 tests since 19 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,506 miles (+6,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    79,506 miles
    Test number
    192044749006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass73,032 miles (+15,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,032 miles
    Test number
    975485642174
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass57,095 miles (+9,889)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    552832080298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,206 miles (+8,960)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    47,206 miles
    Test number
    131162470599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass38,246 miles (+8,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    38,246 miles
    Test number
    153943410587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass29,945 miles (+6,421)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    29,945 miles
    Test number
    488395096961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,524 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    23,524 miles
    Test number
    740381653975
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L5 FPA

Does L5 FPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 FPA is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 FPA?
The MOT on L5 FPA is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 FPA done?
L5 FPA was recorded at 79,506 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 9,008 miles a year.
Has L5 FPA ever failed its MOT?
No. L5 FPA has passed all 7 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L5 FPA 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 L5 FPA find?
L5 FPA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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