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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

L77 DSBMOT history

L77 DSB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 134,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

L77 DSB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
134,607 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 DSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
12 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 DSB was last recorded at 134,607 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 7,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,683 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,924 miles
Average per year
4,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,607 miles
  • 2024 – 126,683 miles
  • 2023 – 124,010 miles
  • 2022 – 119,858 miles
  • 2021 – 119,576 miles
  • 2020 – 116,688 miles
  • 2019 – 113,354 miles
  • 2018 – 110,026 miles
  • 2017 – 107,592 miles
  • 2016 – 105,230 miles
  • 2015 – 100,883 miles
  • 2014 – 96,277 miles
  • 2013 – 93,220 miles
  • 2012 – 87,530 miles
  • 2011 – 82,062 miles
  • 2010 – 76,651 miles
  • 2009 – 72,125 miles
  • 2008 – 68,442 miles
  • 2007 – 64,502 miles
  • 2006 – 53,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,607 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside rear tyre worn on the inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,607 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    134,607 miles
    Test number
    519275544866
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,603 miles (+7,920)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,603 miles
    Test number
    615460301277
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,683 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    126,683 miles
    Test number
    284005515981
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on the inner edge.

  4. Fail126,675 miles (+2,665)10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,675 miles
    Test number
    559462465963
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Rear silencer. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing Centre belt. (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on the inner edge.

  5. Pass124,010 miles (+4,152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    124,010 miles
    Test number
    850167491061
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill damage
    • AdvisorySlight underside corrosion

  6. Pass119,858 miles (+282)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,858 miles
    Test number
    289556355338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,576 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,576 miles
    Test number
    563931511167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,688 miles (+3,334)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,688 miles
    Test number
    870810333977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,354 miles (+3,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,354 miles
    Test number
    149622746452
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all round (5.2.3 (f))

  10. Pass110,026 miles (+2,434)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,026 miles
    Test number
    718871710525
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass107,592 miles (+2,362)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    107,592 miles
    Test number
    383584534935
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass105,230 miles (+4,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    105,230 miles
    Test number
    496317030474
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass100,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,883 miles
    Test number
    799831304822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,883 miles (+4,606)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,883 miles
    Test number
    708203527721
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  15. Pass96,277 miles (+3,057)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,277 miles
    Test number
    886986654262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,220 miles (+5,690)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,220 miles
    Test number
    225177623292
    • NoteRear shock absorber shrouds insecure

  17. Pass87,530 miles (+20)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    87,530 miles
    Test number
    449799822202
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear shock absorber shrouds broken off

  18. Fail87,510 miles (+5,448)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,510 miles
    Test number
    477046822260
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear shock absorber shrouds broken off

  19. Pass82,062 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    82,062 miles
    Test number
    545052721209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,044 miles (+5,393)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,044 miles
    Test number
    478641121284
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  21. Pass76,651 miles (+26)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,651 miles
    Test number
    444528710238
    • NoteO/s/f chassis rail damaged

  22. Fail76,625 miles (+4,500)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,625 miles
    Test number
    324105910245
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteO/s/f chassis rail damaged

  23. Pass72,125 miles (+3,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,125 miles
    Test number
    361249219276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass68,442 miles (+3,940)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,442 miles
    Test number
    353681428422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has tread damage

  25. Pass64,502 miles (+11,384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    64,502 miles
    Test number
    433820927202
    • NoteCoolant warning light on

  26. Pass53,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,118 miles
    Test number
    124451286131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,118 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,118 miles
    Test number
    991641786131
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L77 DSB

Does L77 DSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L77 DSB expired on 14 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L77 DSB?
The MOT on L77 DSB expired on 14 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L77 DSB done?
L77 DSB was recorded at 134,607 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 4,224 miles a year.
Has L77 DSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 DSB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L77 DSB 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 DSB find?
L77 DSB passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 5 more.

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