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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,395 cc

L5 MHBMOT history

L5 MHB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 53,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

L5 MHB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
53,600 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
31 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MHB was last recorded at 53,600 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 3,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,204 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,396 miles
Average per year
4,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,600 miles
  • 2025 – 50,204 miles
  • 2024 – 46,432 miles
  • 2023 – 42,515 miles
  • 2022 – 38,857 miles
  • 2021 – 34,783 miles
  • 2020 – 31,952 miles
  • 2019 – 27,398 miles
  • 2018 – 22,369 miles
  • 2017 – 17,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,600 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 30 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,600 miles (+3,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    53,600 miles
    Test number
    752495299097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass50,204 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    50,204 miles
    Test number
    814674595661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail50,203 miles (+3,771)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,203 miles
    Test number
    292858733049
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass46,432 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    46,432 miles
    Test number
    170502015780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass42,515 miles (+3,658)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    42,515 miles
    Test number
    345069067499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,857 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    617471335629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    34,783 miles
    Test number
    226475577887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail34,783 miles (+2,831)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,783 miles
    Test number
    825651988457
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass31,952 miles (+4,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    31,952 miles
    Test number
    824701644176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass27,398 miles (+5,029)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    27,398 miles
    Test number
    496310015887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,369 miles (+5,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    321384250644
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass17,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    17,168 miles
    Test number
    492522248684
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

Questions about L5 MHB

Does L5 MHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MHB is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MHB?
The MOT on L5 MHB is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 MHB done?
L5 MHB was recorded at 53,600 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,054 miles a year.
Has L5 MHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MHB has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 MHB 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 MHB find?
L5 MHB passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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