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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

L77 DBCMOT history

L77 DBC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 128,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

L77 DBC grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
128,968 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 DBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 DBC was last recorded at 128,968 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,935 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
7,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,968 miles
  • 2025 – 125,035 miles
  • 2024 – 121,537 miles
  • 2023 – 119,206 miles
  • 2022 – 117,060 miles
  • 2021 – 114,415 miles
  • 2019 – 98,395 miles
  • 2018 – 89,440 miles
  • 2017 – 77,026 miles
  • 2016 – 65,653 miles
  • 2015 – 51,834 miles
  • 2014 – 41,910 miles
  • 2013 – 32,154 miles
  • 2012 – 24,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,968 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 subframe corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Service brake binding but not excessively nearside rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside front lower

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,968 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    128,968 miles
    Test number
    140997389428
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and components corroded

  2. Fail128,935 miles (+3,900)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,935 miles
    Test number
    702607730277
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and components corroded

  3. Pass125,035 miles (+3,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    125,035 miles
    Test number
    158129857583
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Pass121,537 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    121,537 miles
    Test number
    908132566992
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  5. Fail121,514 miles (+2,308)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,514 miles
    Test number
    424488941422
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  6. Pass119,206 miles (+5)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    119,206 miles
    Test number
    809741494851
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail119,201 miles (+2,141)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,201 miles
    Test number
    769252211229
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively nearside rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass117,060 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    117,060 miles
    Test number
    779057444889
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively nearside rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail117,047 miles (+2,632)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,047 miles
    Test number
    669650408035
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside drive shaft inner cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding offside front (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively nearside rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass114,415 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,415 miles
    Test number
    789973974454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,387 miles (+263)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,387 miles
    Test number
    366952064328
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective center exhaust joint deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear of engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Fail113,124 miles (+14,729)4 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,124 miles
    Test number
    691654465174
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding parking brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement P Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre and inner tread wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and link arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective missing

  13. Pass98,395 miles (+8,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,395 miles
    Test number
    869326091590
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass89,440 miles (+12,414)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,440 miles
    Test number
    319776977839
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass77,026 miles (+344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,026 miles
    Test number
    616570933695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail76,682 miles (+11,029)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,682 miles
    Test number
    916068522623
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass65,653 miles (+13,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    387337885752
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass51,834 miles (+9,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    469826255052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass41,910 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,910 miles
    Test number
    888787454050
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail41,910 miles (+9,756)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,910 miles
    Test number
    799807754093
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass32,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,154 miles
    Test number
    466854963043
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail32,154 miles (+8,109)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,154 miles
    Test number
    926074563006
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass24,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,045 miles
    Test number
    605257362088
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L77 DBC

Does L77 DBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L77 DBC is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L77 DBC?
The MOT on L77 DBC is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L77 DBC done?
L77 DBC was recorded at 128,968 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 7,336 miles a year.
Has L77 DBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 DBC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L77 DBC 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 L77 DBC find?
L77 DBC passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; rear subframe and components corroded.

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