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Grey · Diesel · 1993 · 2,370 cc

L89 XOUMOT history

L89 XOU is a grey diesel Volkswagen first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
130,796 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L89 XOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L89 XOU was last recorded at 130,796 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Aug 2015: 120,108 miles, lower than 238,383 miles on 13 Aug 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
130,495 miles · 4 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,796 miles
  • 2024 – 130,495 miles
  • 2023 – 130,488 miles
  • 2022 – 130,292 miles
  • 2021 – 129,838 miles
  • 2019 – 129,066 miles
  • 2018 – 127,902 miles
  • 2016 – 124,900 miles
  • 2015 – 120,108 miles
  • 2013 – 238,383 miles
  • 2010 – 200,782 miles
  • 2009 – 199,440 miles
  • 2008 – 197,659 miles
  • 2007 – 192,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,796 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear floor slight corrosion not excessive
  • AdvisoryUnderside covered in undersealed

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.

  • Underside undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Vehicle undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,796 miles (+301)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    130,796 miles
    Test number
    220210976069
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear floor slight corrosion not excessive
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in undersealed

  2. Pass130,495 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    130,495 miles
    Test number
    964843783705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,488 miles (+196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    130,488 miles
    Test number
    154403169775
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  4. Pass130,292 miles (+454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    130,292 miles
    Test number
    180322997603
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass129,838 miles (+772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    129,838 miles
    Test number
    132996466518
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass129,066 miles (+1,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,066 miles
    Test number
    415597185416
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion battery tray area considered on limit
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  7. Pass127,902 miles (+3,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    127,902 miles
    Test number
    779331327778
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  8. Pass124,900 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    124,900 miles
    Test number
    885792795480
    • AdvisoryHorn slightly out of tune
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  9. Fail124,900 miles (+4,792)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,900 miles
    Test number
    114962680366
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryHorn slightly out of tune
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  10. Pass120,108 miles (-118,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    120,108 miles
    Test number
    125629496039
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion some brake pipes
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion some parts and components

  11. Pass238,383 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    238,383 miles
    Test number
    247095623200
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f inner wing corroded
    • NoteO/s/r inner sill corroded

  12. Fail238,383 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,383 miles
    Test number
    668325823283
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f inner wing corroded
    • NoteO/s/r inner sill corroded

  13. Pass217,311 km (+14,322)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    217,311 km
    Test number
    415649812217
    • NoteNearside and offside inner sills rear corrosion
    • NoteNearside inner wing corroded small hole
    • NoteRear fog light lens cracked
    • NoteSlight knotcheness in steering rack
    • NoteSlight top steering coloum play

  14. Pass202,989 km2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    202,989 km
    Test number
    519418711261
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteO/s rear brake slight biding

  15. Pass200,782 miles (+28)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    200,782 miles
    Test number
    614403050173
    • NoteBoth front body supports corroded
    • NoteOff side and near side front step holed and corroded
    • NoteWindow lower panel corroded

  16. Fail200,754 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,754 miles
    Test number
    400585040127
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front body supports corroded
    • NoteOff side and near side front step holed and corroded
    • NoteWindow lower panel corroded

  17. Pass199,456 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    199,456 km
    Test number
    641058629144
    • NoteBoth front out riggers holed and corroded

  18. Fail199,440 miles (+1,781)6 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,440 miles
    Test number
    681029019101
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front out riggers holed and corroded

  19. Pass197,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    197,659 miles
    Test number
    254943848489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail197,659 miles (+5,188)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,659 miles
    Test number
    103236738115
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass192,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    192,471 miles
    Test number
    523766297063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail192,471 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,471 miles
    Test number
    174393097463
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass182,286 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    182,286 km
    Test number
    133600166060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail182,286 km1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,286 km
    Test number
    491149356080
    • FailureOffside Front Steering column shaft fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Questions about L89 XOU

Does L89 XOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L89 XOU is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L89 XOU?
The MOT on L89 XOU is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L89 XOU done?
L89 XOU was recorded at 130,796 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026.
Has L89 XOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L89 XOU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on L89 XOU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L89 XOU find?
L89 XOU passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear floor slight corrosion not excessive, and 1 more.

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