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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2018 · 1,498 cc

L5 MBXMOT history

L5 MBX is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 76,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

L5 MBX white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,769 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
10,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
12 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MBX was last recorded at 76,769 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 8,642 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,127 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,642 miles
Average per year
10,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,769 miles
  • 2025 – 68,127 miles
  • 2024 – 51,982 miles
  • 2023 – 42,563 miles
  • 2022 – 34,549 miles
  • 2021 – 25,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,769 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded 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.

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

7 tests since 6 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,769 miles (+8,642)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,769 miles
    Test number
    129066160539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Pass68,127 miles (+16,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    68,127 miles
    Test number
    797485555504
    • AdvisoryLower undertrays fitted some components not visible
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass51,982 miles (+9,419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    51,982 miles
    Test number
    617558867940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass42,563 miles (+8,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    42,563 miles
    Test number
    114285972104
    • AdvisoryFront wipers starting to smear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass34,549 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    34,549 miles
    Test number
    920717390372
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail34,549 miles (+9,321)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,549 miles
    Test number
    121039714125
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass25,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    25,228 miles
    Test number
    312017042606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 MBX

Does L5 MBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MBX is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MBX?
The MOT on L5 MBX is valid until 11 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 MBX done?
L5 MBX was recorded at 76,769 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 10,332 miles a year.
Has L5 MBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MBX has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 MBX 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 MBX find?
L5 MBX passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit, and 2 more.

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