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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

L5 HHCMOT history

L5 HHC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

L5 HHC blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
101,899 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 HHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
13 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 HHC was last recorded at 101,899 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 4,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,471 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,428 miles
Average per year
4,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,899 miles
  • 2025 – 97,471 miles
  • 2024 – 93,600 miles
  • 2023 – 86,894 miles
  • 2022 – 78,723 miles
  • 2021 – 72,995 miles
  • 2020 – 70,357 miles
  • 2019 – 64,331 miles
  • 2018 – 61,538 miles
  • 2017 – 56,024 miles
  • 2016 – 48,548 miles
  • 2015 – 34,569 miles
  • 2013 – 31,920 miles
  • 2012 – 29,266 miles
  • 2011 – 28,025 miles
  • 2010 – 26,518 miles
  • 2009 – 24,379 miles
  • 2008 – 22,243 miles
  • 2007 – 20,045 miles
  • 2006 – 18,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,899 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (inner and outer) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring seat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi swollen under plastic coating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,899 miles (+4,428)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    101,899 miles
    Test number
    507607077294
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (inner and outer) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass97,471 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,471 miles
    Test number
    794815073099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail97,461 miles (+3,861)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,461 miles
    Test number
    254794645381
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,600 miles (+6,706)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,600 miles
    Test number
    115499823859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,894 miles (+8,171)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,894 miles
    Test number
    952589971175
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass78,723 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,723 miles
    Test number
    902651713691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi swollen under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail78,720 miles (+5,725)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,720 miles
    Test number
    356569180083
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi swollen under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass72,995 miles (+2,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    72,995 miles
    Test number
    833358018612
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass70,357 miles (+6,026)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    70,357 miles
    Test number
    757469223582
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass64,331 miles (+2,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    64,331 miles
    Test number
    790887397918
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,538 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    61,538 miles
    Test number
    382024780567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly.

  12. Fail61,529 miles (+5,505)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,529 miles
    Test number
    640638119310
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both o/s and n/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly.

  13. Pass56,024 miles (+7,476)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,024 miles
    Test number
    575385944198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,548 miles (+13,979)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,548 miles
    Test number
    592284423654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake binding slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly insecure

  15. Pass34,569 miles (+2,649)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    34,569 miles
    Test number
    205902145024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,920 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    31,920 miles
    Test number
    349015603351
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrosion on suspension,subframe and rear axle should be kept under observation.
    • NoteWindscreen slightly scratched in centre.

  17. Fail31,920 miles (+2,654)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,920 miles
    Test number
    648633303372
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion on suspension,subframe and rear axle should be kept under observation.
    • NoteWindscreen slightly scratched in centre.

  18. Pass29,266 miles (+1,241)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,266 miles
    Test number
    167435102346
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAir bag light illuminated
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components require corrosion protection
    • NoteFront brake back plates corroded
    • NoteN/s rear tyre sidewall damaged keep under observation
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes require protection
    • NoteRear shock absorber corrosion advancing

  19. Pass28,025 miles (+1,507)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,025 miles
    Test number
    717511591247
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass26,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,518 miles
    Test number
    273792090223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,518 miles (+2,139)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,518 miles
    Test number
    201002890288
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteCondition of nearside and offside front brake discs should be kept under observation due to wear

  22. Pass24,379 miles (+2,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,379 miles
    Test number
    481917889254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass22,243 miles (+2,198)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,243 miles
    Test number
    850445098218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,045 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,045 miles
    Test number
    452616297240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,040 miles (+1,538)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,040 miles
    Test number
    324765097230
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s wiper blade rubber not secure

  26. Pass18,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,502 miles
    Test number
    932110106311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L5 HHC

Does L5 HHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 HHC is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 HHC?
The MOT on L5 HHC is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 HHC done?
L5 HHC was recorded at 101,899 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 4,285 miles a year.
Has L5 HHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 HHC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 HHC 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 HHC find?
L5 HHC passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (inner and outer); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 1 more.

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