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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

L60 RKAMOT history

L60 RKA is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 186,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

L60 RKA silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
186,521 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L60 RKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L60 RKA was last recorded at 186,521 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 4,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,151 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,370 miles
Average per year
7,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,521 miles
  • 2025 – 182,151 miles
  • 2024 – 176,165 miles
  • 2023 – 169,484 miles
  • 2022 – 162,401 miles
  • 2021 – 156,398 miles
  • 2020 – 153,534 miles
  • 2019 – 149,460 miles
  • 2018 – 143,079 miles
  • 2017 – 137,200 miles
  • 2016 – 127,272 miles
  • 2015 – 117,329 miles
  • 2014 – 108,023 miles
  • 2013 – 96,865 miles
  • 2012 – 88,302 miles
  • 2011 – 79,236 miles
  • 2010 – 67,412 miles
  • 2009 – 54,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,521 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Eye level stop light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,521 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    186,521 miles
    Test number
    513029634791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail186,521 miles (+4,370)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,521 miles
    Test number
    261455835568
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,151 miles (+71)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    182,151 miles
    Test number
    411336330439
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail182,080 miles (+5,915)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,080 miles
    Test number
    642612782248
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass176,165 miles (+6,681)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    176,165 miles
    Test number
    945029510557
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryEye level stop light not working

  6. Pass169,484 miles (+77)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    169,484 miles
    Test number
    472243012588
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEye level stop light not working

  7. Fail169,407 miles (+7,006)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,407 miles
    Test number
    907680564418
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEye level stop light not working

  8. Pass162,401 miles (+120)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    162,401 miles
    Test number
    125903053983
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper swollen under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

  9. Fail162,281 miles (+5,883)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,281 miles
    Test number
    358934844271
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  10. Pass156,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    156,398 miles
    Test number
    231859804150
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail156,398 miles (+2,864)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,398 miles
    Test number
    939364346638
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass153,534 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    153,534 miles
    Test number
    631244572033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass149,460 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    149,460 miles
    Test number
    462007849462
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail149,460 miles (+6,381)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,460 miles
    Test number
    812230665113
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass143,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    143,079 miles
    Test number
    908712120468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail143,079 miles (+5,879)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,079 miles
    Test number
    957866838141
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass137,200 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    137,200 miles
    Test number
    937004982080
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking/perished

  18. Fail137,198 miles (+9,926)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,198 miles
    Test number
    739192599286
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking/perished

  19. Pass127,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    127,272 miles
    Test number
    714722728819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail127,272 miles (+9,943)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,272 miles
    Test number
    778376734387
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Pass117,329 miles (+9,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    117,329 miles
    Test number
    476649295020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail108,023 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,023 miles
    Test number
    396179524116
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass108,023 miles (+11,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    108,023 miles
    Test number
    778229724158
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass96,865 miles (+8,563)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,865 miles
    Test number
    428719223174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass88,302 miles (+9,066)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,302 miles
    Test number
    897692932131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,236 miles (+11,824)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,236 miles
    Test number
    217692231407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass67,412 miles (+12,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,412 miles
    Test number
    691341340104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Fail54,835 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    101491549178
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass54,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    270391049144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L60 RKA

Does L60 RKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L60 RKA is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L60 RKA?
The MOT on L60 RKA is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L60 RKA done?
L60 RKA was recorded at 186,521 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 7,806 miles a year.
Has L60 RKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L60 RKA has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L60 RKA 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 L60 RKA find?
L60 RKA passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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