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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

L6 HJSMOT history

L6 HJS is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 160,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

L6 HJS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,556 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 HJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 HJS was last recorded at 160,556 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,490 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
8,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,556 miles
  • 2025 – 155,091 miles
  • 2024 – 140,074 miles
  • 2023 – 120,244 miles
  • 2022 – 112,297 miles
  • 2020 – 105,513 miles
  • 2019 – 95,443 miles
  • 2018 – 88,911 miles
  • 2017 – 84,570 miles
  • 2016 – 80,443 miles
  • 2015 – 74,801 miles
  • 2014 – 65,911 miles
  • 2013 – 57,253 miles
  • 2012 – 50,997 miles
  • 2011 – 46,097 miles
  • 2010 – 40,226 miles
  • 2009 – 27,163 miles
  • 2008 – 16,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,556 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,556 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,556 miles
    Test number
    290460612338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail160,490 miles (+5,399)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,490 miles
    Test number
    421435487026
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass155,091 miles (+15,017)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    155,091 miles
    Test number
    968641299273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,074 miles (+19,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,074 miles
    Test number
    285559719065
    • AdvisoryExhaust minor leak

  5. Pass120,244 miles (+7,947)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,244 miles
    Test number
    915397805043
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass112,297 miles (+295)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,297 miles
    Test number
    776441333923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,002 miles (+6,489)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,002 miles
    Test number
    608481168576
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases multiple places (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,513 miles (+10,070)5 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,513 miles
    Test number
    328917839116
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sticker (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass95,443 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    266147196707
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking cv grease no splits found (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail95,443 miles (+6,532)1 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    882517662715
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking cv grease no splits found (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,911 miles (+4,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,911 miles
    Test number
    465544882257
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass84,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,570 miles
    Test number
    759032537025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail84,570 miles (+4,127)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,570 miles
    Test number
    967084049386
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass80,443 miles (+5,642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,443 miles
    Test number
    934637792006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass74,801 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,801 miles
    Test number
    196901865142
    • NoteA/v o/s outer rear tyre wall has a small cut

  16. Fail74,796 miles (+8,885)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,796 miles
    Test number
    686560165199
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteA/v o/s outer rear tyre wall has a small cut

  17. Pass65,911 miles (+8,658)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,911 miles
    Test number
    319804454194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,253 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,253 miles
    Test number
    708322843159
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass57,253 miles (+6,256)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,253 miles
    Test number
    926042443141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,997 miles (+4,900)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,997 miles
    Test number
    269736232411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,097 miles (+5,871)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,097 miles
    Test number
    349227951150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,226 miles
    Test number
    211844950448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,226 miles (+13,063)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,226 miles
    Test number
    491393450152
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass27,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,163 miles
    Test number
    592065059166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,163 miles (+10,370)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,163 miles
    Test number
    570525559111
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

  26. Pass16,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    16,793 miles
    Test number
    594140338184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 HJS

Does L6 HJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 HJS is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 HJS?
The MOT on L6 HJS is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 HJS done?
L6 HJS was recorded at 160,556 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 8,036 miles a year.
Has L6 HJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 HJS has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 HJS 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 L6 HJS find?
L6 HJS passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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