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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L77 SBXMOT history

L77 SBX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 138,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

L77 SBX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
138,098 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 SBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 SBX was last recorded at 138,098 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 11,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,894 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,204 miles
Average per year
7,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,098 miles
  • 2025 – 126,894 miles
  • 2024 – 119,611 miles
  • 2023 – 111,903 miles
  • 2022 – 104,077 miles
  • 2021 – 102,098 miles
  • 2020 – 96,987 miles
  • 2019 – 88,184 miles
  • 2018 – 83,264 miles
  • 2017 – 78,274 miles
  • 2016 – 71,030 miles
  • 2015 – 62,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,098 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,098 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    138,098 miles
    Test number
    159608680645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail138,098 miles (+11,204)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,098 miles
    Test number
    269130759350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,894 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    126,894 miles
    Test number
    631641095537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,892 miles (+7,281)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,892 miles
    Test number
    572296898945
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass119,611 miles (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    119,611 miles
    Test number
    908298051550
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail119,505 miles (+7,602)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,505 miles
    Test number
    233573916179
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,903 miles
    Test number
    403897014905
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail111,903 miles (+7,826)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,903 miles
    Test number
    243091827194
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass104,077 miles (+1,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,077 miles
    Test number
    246790731470
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass102,098 miles (+5,111)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,098 miles
    Test number
    965404553924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped/worn

  11. Pass96,987 miles (+8,803)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,987 miles
    Test number
    548369205035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,184 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    88,184 miles
    Test number
    180455980411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,264 miles (+4,990)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,264 miles
    Test number
    848834004537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,274 miles (+7,244)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,274 miles
    Test number
    639414568770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,030 miles
    Test number
    757937370996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail71,030 miles (+8,778)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,030 miles
    Test number
    239327389046
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass62,252 miles (+10,541)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,252 miles
    Test number
    847348205267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,711 miles
    Test number
    379470525051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about L77 SBX

Does L77 SBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L77 SBX is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L77 SBX?
The MOT on L77 SBX is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L77 SBX done?
L77 SBX was recorded at 138,098 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 7,379 miles a year.
Has L77 SBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 SBX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L77 SBX 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 SBX find?
L77 SBX passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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