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Green · Petrol · 1994 · 1,781 cc

L66 SJMMOT history

L66 SJM is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 110,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

L66 SJM green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
110,185 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 SJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 SJM was last recorded at 110,185 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2008: 101,970 miles, lower than 110,137 miles on 21 Aug 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
110,164 miles · 4 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,185 miles
  • 2022 – 110,154 miles
  • 2020 – 109,914 miles
  • 2017 – 108,781 miles
  • 2016 – 108,769 miles
  • 2011 – 106,707 miles
  • 2009 – 103,635 miles
  • 2008 – 101,970 miles
  • 2007 – 110,137 miles
  • 2006 – 96,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,185 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Near side and offside front floor to sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    110,185 miles
    Test number
    419410042326
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail110,185 miles (+21)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,185 miles
    Test number
    547193405930
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail110,164 miles (+10)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,164 miles
    Test number
    399070444226
    • MajorFront Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides. sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,154 miles (+240)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,154 miles
    Test number
    636022995677
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass109,914 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    109,914 miles
    Test number
    921980671827
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNear side and offside front floor to sill corroded

  6. Fail109,910 miles (+1,129)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,910 miles
    Test number
    458536140525
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNear side and offside front floor to sill corroded

  7. Pass108,781 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,781 miles
    Test number
    224702245806
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front/rear (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front/rear (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing front/rear (2.7.2a)

  8. Pass108,769 miles (+2,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,769 miles
    Test number
    669218487696
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass106,707 miles (+3,072)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    106,707 miles
    Test number
    579011321081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  10. Fail103,635 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,635 miles
    Test number
    262519039203
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

  11. Pass103,635 miles (+1,665)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    103,635 miles
    Test number
    354619239239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,970 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    101,970 miles
    Test number
    203642638280
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Fail101,970 miles (-8,167)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,970 miles
    Test number
    451192638274
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass110,137 miles (+13,535)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    110,137 miles
    Test number
    601393137230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    96,602 miles
    Test number
    701069026232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 SJM

Does L66 SJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 SJM is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 SJM?
The MOT on L66 SJM is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 SJM done?
L66 SJM was recorded at 110,185 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 676 miles a year.
Has L66 SJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 SJM has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L66 SJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L66 SJM find?
L66 SJM passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all covered in underseal.

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