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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L8 GVMMOT history

L8 GVM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2013. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 168,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

L8 GVM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
168,477 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
12,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 GVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 GVM was last recorded at 168,477 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 14,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,591 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
14,886 miles
Average per year
12,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,477 miles
  • 2025 – 153,591 miles
  • 2024 – 132,726 miles
  • 2023 – 122,516 miles
  • 2022 – 112,160 miles
  • 2021 – 100,541 miles
  • 2020 – 92,056 miles
  • 2019 – 84,674 miles
  • 2018 – 77,085 miles
  • 2017 – 63,317 miles
  • 2016 – 45,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,477 miles
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to fail limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,477 miles (+14,886)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,477 miles
    Test number
    303489330009
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass153,591 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,591 miles
    Test number
    343387926133
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail153,521 miles (+20,795)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,521 miles
    Test number
    459859221777
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass132,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    132,726 miles
    Test number
    759713290618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail132,726 miles (+10,210)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,726 miles
    Test number
    166428737125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass122,516 miles (+10,356)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,516 miles
    Test number
    643841686264
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass112,160 miles (+148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,160 miles
    Test number
    249996441718
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Fail112,012 miles (+11,471)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,012 miles
    Test number
    720107334890
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass100,541 miles (+8,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,541 miles
    Test number
    360523123993
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass92,056 miles (+225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,056 miles
    Test number
    541400895008
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to fail limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre low outer edge
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre perished outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail91,831 miles (+7,157)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,831 miles
    Test number
    700882511842
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to fail limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre low outer edge
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre perished outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass84,674 miles (+189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,674 miles
    Test number
    661368348870
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, Some underbody parts not inspected

  13. Fail84,485 miles (+7,400)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,485 miles
    Test number
    264343911621
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, Some underbody parts not inspected

  14. Pass77,085 miles (+186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,085 miles
    Test number
    224613329471
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rears, (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection.

  15. Fail76,899 miles (+13,582)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,899 miles
    Test number
    635268435248
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rears, (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection.

  16. Pass63,317 miles (+17,404)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,317 miles
    Test number
    301211657286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,913 miles
    Test number
    865803521415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail45,913 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,913 miles
    Test number
    866220851941
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L8 GVM

Does L8 GVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 GVM expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 GVM?
The MOT on L8 GVM expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 GVM done?
L8 GVM was recorded at 168,477 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 12,251 miles a year.
Has L8 GVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 GVM has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 GVM 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 L8 GVM find?
L8 GVM failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 2 advisories: supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn.

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