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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,900 cc

L70 TYMMOT history

L70 TYM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 202,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2024.

L70 TYM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
202,919 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 TYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L70 TYM was last recorded at 202,919 miles on 31 Jan 2024, 1,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,581 miles · 6 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,338 miles
Average per year
9,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 202,919 miles
  • 2023 – 201,581 miles
  • 2022 – 196,301 miles
  • 2021 – 193,378 miles
  • 2019 – 186,565 miles
  • 2018 – 181,607 miles
  • 2017 – 168,739 miles
  • 2016 – 154,318 miles
  • 2015 – 139,546 miles
  • 2014 – 123,525 miles
  • 2013 – 105,113 miles
  • 2012 – 91,109 miles
  • 2011 – 70,558 miles
  • 2010 – 65,174 miles
  • 2009 – 62,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,919 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded and insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front wings corroded

What MOT failures 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central exhaust clamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail202,919 miles (+1,338)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,919 miles
    Test number
    343677629463
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded and insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front wings corroded

  2. Pass201,581 miles (+5,280)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    201,581 miles
    Test number
    538790783516
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass196,301 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    196,301 miles
    Test number
    778773932766
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail196,300 miles (+2,922)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,300 miles
    Test number
    814782576059
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass193,378 miles (+6,813)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    193,378 miles
    Test number
    368217769030
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass186,565 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    186,565 miles
    Test number
    562337296333
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear number plate light out

  7. Fail186,549 miles (+4,942)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,549 miles
    Test number
    993144802493
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached strut bolt missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing 2x nuts (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear number plate light out

  8. Pass181,607 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    181,607 miles
    Test number
    357797748216
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing a full underside inspection .

  9. Fail181,604 miles (+12,865)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,604 miles
    Test number
    765997828359
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing a full underside inspection .
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass168,739 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    168,739 miles
    Test number
    290039819810
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush nearside and offside back bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Fail168,739 miles (+14,421)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,739 miles
    Test number
    457205854671
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush nearside and offside back bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass154,318 miles (+14,772)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    154,318 miles
    Test number
    457287966763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass139,546 miles (+16,021)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    139,546 miles
    Test number
    726735275101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass123,525 miles (+18,412)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    123,525 miles
    Test number
    899961884105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass105,113 miles (+14,004)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    105,113 miles
    Test number
    628843063189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,109 miles (+20,551)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    91,109 miles
    Test number
    219443972403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,558 miles (+5,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,558 miles
    Test number
    708723151163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass65,174 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,174 miles
    Test number
    424744050176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,458 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,458 miles
    Test number
    134713299034
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass62,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,458 miles
    Test number
    954373199068
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about L70 TYM

Does L70 TYM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 TYM expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 TYM?
The MOT on L70 TYM expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 TYM done?
L70 TYM was recorded at 202,919 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2024, an average of 9,473 miles a year.
Has L70 TYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 TYM has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L70 TYM 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 TYM find?
L70 TYM failed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2024 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded and insecure; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 11 more.

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