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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

L6 XWSMOT history

L6 XWS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

L6 XWS blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
110,942 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 XWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 XWS was last recorded at 110,942 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 7,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,031 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,911 miles
Average per year
6,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,942 miles
  • 2025 – 103,031 miles
  • 2024 – 95,436 miles
  • 2023 – 88,846 miles
  • 2022 – 83,638 miles
  • 2021 – 80,343 miles
  • 2020 – 77,654 miles
  • 2019 – 71,382 miles
  • 2018 – 63,981 miles
  • 2017 – 57,066 miles
  • 2016 – 56,567 miles
  • 2015 – 49,879 miles
  • 2014 – 42,808 miles
  • 2013 – 36,593 miles
  • 2012 – 28,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,942 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Underside corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear heat shield insecure

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,942 miles (+7,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    110,942 miles
    Test number
    439562879137
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass103,031 miles (+7,595)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,031 miles
    Test number
    624680910927
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor and floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass95,436 miles (+6,590)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    95,436 miles
    Test number
    422008404217
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wings both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spare wheel well/boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass88,846 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,846 miles
    Test number
    427330831292
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  5. Fail88,846 miles (+5,208)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,846 miles
    Test number
    241288505984
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  6. Pass83,638 miles (+3,295)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,638 miles
    Test number
    503039350857
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flex pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  7. Pass80,343 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,343 miles
    Test number
    973377346290
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flex corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  8. Fail80,343 miles (+2,689)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,343 miles
    Test number
    347399651643
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both fronts (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flex corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  9. Pass77,654 miles (+6,272)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,654 miles
    Test number
    703207737594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    71,382 miles
    Test number
    378232582686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,381 miles (+7,400)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,381 miles
    Test number
    305880414911
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorated

  12. Pass63,981 miles (+6,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    63,981 miles
    Test number
    214022218312
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  13. Pass57,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,066 miles
    Test number
    523736570037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,066 miles (+499)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,066 miles
    Test number
    883329840483
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass56,567 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,567 miles
    Test number
    353858686525
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail56,566 miles (+6,687)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,566 miles
    Test number
    777790867396
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass49,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,879 miles
    Test number
    908224695151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,878 miles (+7,070)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,878 miles
    Test number
    755534595130
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass42,808 miles (+6,215)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,808 miles
    Test number
    497726694158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,593 miles (+7,865)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,593 miles
    Test number
    939129893119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,728 miles
    Test number
    699536902236
    • 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)

Questions about L6 XWS

Does L6 XWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 XWS is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 XWS?
The MOT on L6 XWS is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 XWS done?
L6 XWS was recorded at 110,942 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 6,090 miles a year.
Has L6 XWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 XWS has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L6 XWS 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 XWS find?
L6 XWS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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