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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,792 cc

L66 EDMMOT history

L66 EDM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 230,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

L66 EDM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
230,587 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 EDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 EDM was last recorded at 230,587 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 6,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,843 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,744 miles
Average per year
9,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,587 miles
  • 2025 – 223,843 miles
  • 2023 – 217,110 miles
  • 2022 – 207,528 miles
  • 2021 – 199,779 miles
  • 2020 – 188,160 miles
  • 2019 – 179,671 miles
  • 2018 – 168,096 miles
  • 2017 – 158,201 miles
  • 2016 – 147,568 miles
  • 2015 – 137,792 miles
  • 2014 – 131,088 miles
  • 2013 – 124,848 miles
  • 2012 – 116,592 miles
  • 2011 – 102,999 miles
  • 2010 – 89,171 miles
  • 2009 – 79,423 miles
  • 2008 – 70,497 miles
  • 2007 – 60,086 miles
  • 2006 – 47,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,587 miles
  • AdvisoryEVERYTHING UNDER IS COVER WITH UNDER SEAL PAINT AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,587 miles (+6,744)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    230,587 miles
    Test number
    436935429269
    • AdvisoryEVERYTHING UNDER IS COVER WITH UNDER SEAL PAINT AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass223,843 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    223,843 miles
    Test number
    138402107769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail223,829 miles (+6,719)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,829 miles
    Test number
    354012908330
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass217,110 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    217,110 miles
    Test number
    167330171681
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/sill return (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Fail217,110 miles (+9,582)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,110 miles
    Test number
    314814896978
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner / rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/sill return (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass207,528 miles (+4)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    207,528 miles
    Test number
    971895480261
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened innetr face / poor condtion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face/poor condtion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Fail207,524 miles (+7,745)2 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,524 miles
    Test number
    803851334274
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened innetr face / poor condtion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face/poor condtion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Pass199,779 miles (+11,619)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    199,779 miles
    Test number
    917113280749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass188,160 miles (+8,489)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    188,160 miles
    Test number
    874741629897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass179,671 miles (+11,575)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,671 miles
    Test number
    799947688063
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation in headlamp, affecting beam pattern
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront road springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak and coolant stain at front of engine

  11. Pass168,096 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    168,096 miles
    Test number
    917298842491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail168,091 miles (+9,890)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,091 miles
    Test number
    632288627367
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass158,201 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    158,201 miles
    Test number
    287388245676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail158,201 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,201 miles
    Test number
    518244218432
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail158,201 miles (+10,633)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,201 miles
    Test number
    422472536111
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass147,568 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    147,568 miles
    Test number
    768286011573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail147,553 miles (+9,761)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,553 miles
    Test number
    796894623363
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass137,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    137,792 miles
    Test number
    855181832478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail137,792 miles (+6,704)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,792 miles
    Test number
    708974242175
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass131,088 miles (+6,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    131,088 miles
    Test number
    495810334456
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  21. Pass124,848 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    124,848 miles
    Test number
    995822103397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail124,828 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,828 miles
    Test number
    787551203309
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension arm rear most rubber bush slightly deteriorated and has play but not excessive at time of test

  23. Fail124,828 miles (+8,236)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,828 miles
    Test number
    987371083211
    • FailureFront Sub-frame modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass116,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    116,592 miles
    Test number
    345615152235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail116,592 miles (+13,593)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,592 miles
    Test number
    116805052282
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass102,999 miles (+13,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    102,999 miles
    Test number
    927615941264
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass89,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    89,171 miles
    Test number
    583925330271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail89,170 miles (+9,747)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,170 miles
    Test number
    272465230247
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  29. Pass79,423 miles (+8,926)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    79,423 miles
    Test number
    822237389024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  30. Pass70,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    70,497 miles
    Test number
    970709088046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail70,497 miles (+10,411)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,497 miles
    Test number
    110169988067
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  32. Pass60,086 miles (+13,075)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,086 miles
    Test number
    901558077055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass47,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,011 miles
    Test number
    160098786012
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L66 EDM

Does L66 EDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 EDM is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 EDM?
The MOT on L66 EDM is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 EDM done?
L66 EDM was recorded at 230,587 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 9,033 miles a year.
Has L66 EDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 EDM has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L66 EDM 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 L66 EDM find?
L66 EDM passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: everything under is cover with under seal paint and suspension components; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 3 more.

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