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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

L5 YLDMOT history

L5 YLD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 66,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

L5 YLD grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
66,057 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 YLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
9 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 YLD was last recorded at 66,057 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,056 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,057 miles
  • 2025 – 61,914 miles
  • 2024 – 56,208 miles
  • 2023 – 51,935 miles
  • 2022 – 47,109 miles
  • 2021 – 42,219 miles
  • 2020 – 37,859 miles
  • 2019 – 31,489 miles
  • 2018 – 24,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,057 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,057 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    66,057 miles
    Test number
    548681813804
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail66,056 miles (+4,142)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,056 miles
    Test number
    357398391167
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on 2mm 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass61,914 miles (+5,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,914 miles
    Test number
    386090202626
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside + offside rear upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside + offside rear wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass56,208 miles (+4,273)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    56,208 miles
    Test number
    379797221368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,935 miles (+4,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    51,935 miles
    Test number
    863438232137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass47,109 miles (+4,890)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    47,109 miles
    Test number
    728403485571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,219 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    42,219 miles
    Test number
    482667220047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail42,219 miles (+4,360)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,219 miles
    Test number
    603639506709
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass37,859 miles (+6,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    37,859 miles
    Test number
    365213846798
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass31,489 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    31,489 miles
    Test number
    240779736375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail31,489 miles (+7,112)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,489 miles
    Test number
    576908861028
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass24,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    24,377 miles
    Test number
    663991700654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 YLD

Does L5 YLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 YLD is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 YLD?
The MOT on L5 YLD is valid until 19 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 YLD done?
L5 YLD was recorded at 66,057 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 5,215 miles a year.
Has L5 YLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 YLD has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 YLD 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 YLD find?
L5 YLD passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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