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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

L7 VYKMOT history

L7 VYK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 131,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

L7 VYK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
131,314 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VYK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VYK was last recorded at 131,314 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,283 miles · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
7,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,314 miles
  • 2025 – 124,491 miles
  • 2024 – 111,918 miles
  • 2023 – 97,120 miles
  • 2022 – 88,377 miles
  • 2021 – 80,996 miles
  • 2020 – 76,607 miles
  • 2019 – 71,732 miles
  • 2018 – 68,635 miles
  • 2017 – 64,354 miles
  • 2016 – 61,181 miles
  • 2015 – 51,444 miles
  • 2014 – 41,386 miles
  • 2013 – 30,755 miles
  • 2012 – 22,584 miles
  • 2011 – 18,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,314 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,314 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    131,314 miles
    Test number
    479689888212
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail131,283 miles (+6,792)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,283 miles
    Test number
    839432177549
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength full sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength full sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,491 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    124,491 miles
    Test number
    988563483327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail124,480 miles (+12,562)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,480 miles
    Test number
    724778123573
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,918 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,918 miles
    Test number
    795225410522
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail111,918 miles (+14,798)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,918 miles
    Test number
    829436152112
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,120 miles (+8,743)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,120 miles
    Test number
    838053359233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,377 miles (+7,381)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,377 miles
    Test number
    480147066983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,996 miles (+4,389)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,996 miles
    Test number
    994229290341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,607 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    770682282662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,732 miles (+3,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,732 miles
    Test number
    753225365903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass68,635 miles (+4,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,635 miles
    Test number
    373103936683
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass64,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,354 miles
    Test number
    364531703965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake has slight restriction in movment

  14. Fail64,354 miles (+3,173)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,354 miles
    Test number
    115807793823
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake has slight restriction in movment

  15. Pass61,181 miles (+9,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,181 miles
    Test number
    445350421437
    • AdvisorySnow tyres fitted

  16. Pass51,444 miles (+10,058)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,444 miles
    Test number
    638187845071
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to test centre rear seatbelt

  17. Pass41,386 miles (+10,631)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,386 miles
    Test number
    937025154048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,755 miles (+8,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,755 miles
    Test number
    597158453076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass22,584 miles (+3,852)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,584 miles
    Test number
    237806062073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,732 miles
    Test number
    159860151464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 VYK

Does L7 VYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 VYK is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 VYK?
The MOT on L7 VYK is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 VYK done?
L7 VYK was recorded at 131,314 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 7,464 miles a year.
Has L7 VYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VYK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 VYK 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 L7 VYK find?
L7 VYK passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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