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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

L7 WVWMOT history

L7 WVW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 129,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

L7 WVW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,156 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 WVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 WVW was last recorded at 129,156 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 5,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,527 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,629 miles
Average per year
5,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,156 miles
  • 2025 – 123,527 miles
  • 2024 – 117,966 miles
  • 2023 – 112,520 miles
  • 2022 – 102,563 miles
  • 2021 – 97,453 miles
  • 2020 – 93,453 miles
  • 2019 – 88,936 miles
  • 2018 – 83,928 miles
  • 2017 – 77,765 miles
  • 2016 – 71,595 miles
  • 2015 – 65,223 miles
  • 2014 – 61,595 miles
  • 2013 – 59,702 miles
  • 2012 – 53,558 miles
  • 2011 – 39,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,156 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,156 miles (+5,629)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,156 miles
    Test number
    473974495143
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass123,527 miles (+5,561)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,527 miles
    Test number
    923408038465
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,966 miles (+5,446)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,966 miles
    Test number
    281647469009
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,520 miles (+9,957)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,520 miles
    Test number
    667682695139
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,563 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,563 miles
    Test number
    229772660979
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail102,563 miles (+5,110)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,563 miles
    Test number
    997723882496
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass97,453 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,453 miles
    Test number
    527698721856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,453 miles (+4,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,453 miles
    Test number
    184211605745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass88,936 miles (+5,008)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,936 miles
    Test number
    186406265183
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,928 miles (+6,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    771000282720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass77,765 miles (+6,170)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,765 miles
    Test number
    390382267422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,595 miles (+6,372)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,595 miles
    Test number
    759981195651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,223 miles (+230)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,223 miles
    Test number
    327894965036
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail64,993 miles (+3,398)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,993 miles
    Test number
    715075255010
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass61,595 miles (+1,893)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,595 miles
    Test number
    195825164461
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass59,702 miles (+6,144)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,702 miles
    Test number
    457626283092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,558 miles (+14,250)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,558 miles
    Test number
    198540492462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,308 miles
    Test number
    585961961079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 WVW

Does L7 WVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 WVW is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 WVW?
The MOT on L7 WVW is valid until 16 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 WVW done?
L7 WVW was recorded at 129,156 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 5,973 miles a year.
Has L7 WVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 WVW has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L7 WVW 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 WVW find?
L7 WVW passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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