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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

L70 ALTMOT history

L70 ALT is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 144,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

L70 ALT black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
144,956 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 ALT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 ALT was last recorded at 144,956 miles on 9 Sept 2025, 3,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,063 miles · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,893 miles
Average per year
6,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,956 miles
  • 2024 – 141,063 miles
  • 2023 – 139,682 miles
  • 2022 – 134,738 miles
  • 2021 – 129,285 miles
  • 2020 – 128,400 miles
  • 2019 – 125,484 miles
  • 2018 – 119,865 miles
  • 2017 – 114,692 miles
  • 2016 – 105,321 miles
  • 2015 – 97,149 miles
  • 2014 – 89,802 miles
  • 2013 – 81,390 miles
  • 2012 – 80,367 miles
  • 2011 – 77,194 miles
  • 2010 – 68,715 miles
  • 2009 – 56,170 miles
  • 2008 – 42,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,956 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output osf / nsf

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front under tray lose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn osr / nsr

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output x2 osf / nsf

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,956 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    144,956 miles
    Test number
    414503437069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,063 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    141,063 miles
    Test number
    355647307017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,682 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    139,682 miles
    Test number
    463526508142
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output osf / nsf (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray lose
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn osr / nsr (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail139,662 miles (+4,924)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,662 miles
    Test number
    685676996851
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to osf coil spring + top mount (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output osf / nsf (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray lose
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn osr / nsr (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass134,738 miles (+5,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,738 miles
    Test number
    757853266269
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output x2 osf / nsf (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass129,285 miles (+885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,285 miles
    Test number
    650405270397
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output x2 osf / nsf (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass128,400 miles (+2,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,400 miles
    Test number
    366319829265
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass125,484 miles (+5,619)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,484 miles
    Test number
    456829990114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,865 miles (+364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,865 miles
    Test number
    400785107172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail119,501 miles (+4,809)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,501 miles
    Test number
    785012077665
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass114,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,692 miles
    Test number
    774364586365
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tryre inner edge wear

  12. Fail114,692 miles (+9,371)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,692 miles
    Test number
    790611146904
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tryre inner edge wear

  13. Pass105,321 miles (+8,172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,321 miles
    Test number
    458527793057
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge & both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlight lenses starting to fade

  14. Pass97,149 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,149 miles
    Test number
    576174885012
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre getting low on tread

  15. Fail97,149 miles (+7,347)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,149 miles
    Test number
    875154185020
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre getting low on tread

  16. Pass89,802 miles (+8,412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,802 miles
    Test number
    587551684078
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on inner edge

  17. Pass81,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,390 miles
    Test number
    875044383077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,390 miles (+1,023)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,390 miles
    Test number
    469921483026
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass80,367 miles (+3,173)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    80,367 miles
    Test number
    799521152247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,194 miles (+8,479)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,194 miles
    Test number
    627731851268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,715 miles (+12,545)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,715 miles
    Test number
    943826630243
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass56,170 miles (+14,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,170 miles
    Test number
    890666639216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass42,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,015 miles
    Test number
    821713448200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 ALT

Does L70 ALT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 ALT expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 ALT?
The MOT on L70 ALT expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 ALT done?
L70 ALT was recorded at 144,956 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 6,046 miles a year.
Has L70 ALT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 ALT has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L70 ALT 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 L70 ALT find?
L70 ALT passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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