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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

L99 SOLMOT history

L99 SOL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 149,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2023.

L99 SOL blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2024
Mileage
149,590 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 SOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 SOL was last recorded at 149,590 miles on 30 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2023: 149,590 miles, lower than 164,949 miles on 28 Mar 2022.

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
164,949 miles · 28 Mar 2022
Average per year
7,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,590 miles
  • 2022 – 164,949 miles
  • 2021 – 141,835 miles
  • 2020 – 138,375 miles
  • 2018 – 130,025 miles
  • 2017 – 121,312 miles
  • 2016 – 112,330 miles
  • 2015 – 104,054 miles
  • 2014 – 97,736 miles
  • 2013 – 90,449 miles
  • 2012 – 81,561 miles
  • 2011 – 73,434 miles
  • 2010 – 65,894 miles
  • 2009 – 58,204 miles
  • 2008 – 49,824 miles
  • 2007 – 38,392 miles
  • 2006 – 28,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,590 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,590 miles (-15,359)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    149,590 miles
    Test number
    408094605066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass164,949 miles (+23,114)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    164,949 miles
    Test number
    426206927097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,835 miles (+3,460)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    141,835 miles
    Test number
    103634735646
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,375 miles
    Test number
    495259119535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,375 miles (+8,350)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,375 miles
    Test number
    742564354091
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass130,025 miles (+8,713)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    130,025 miles
    Test number
    446201366314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,312 miles (+8,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,312 miles
    Test number
    357584701877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing outer edge

  8. Pass112,330 miles (+8,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,330 miles
    Test number
    509893138752
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass104,054 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    104,054 miles
    Test number
    136699395469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust catalyst deterioating blowing from seam
    • NoteN/s/r tyre sidewall slight deterioation and small split

  10. Fail104,054 miles (+6,318)3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,054 miles
    Test number
    597739495077
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust catalyst deterioating blowing from seam
    • NoteN/s/r tyre sidewall slight deterioation and small split

  11. Pass97,736 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,736 miles
    Test number
    255640994057
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail97,736 miles (+7,287)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,736 miles
    Test number
    807290694036
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass90,449 miles (+8,888)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,449 miles
    Test number
    369456483031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,561 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,561 miles
    Test number
    169730782078
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass81,561 miles (+8,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,561 miles
    Test number
    827710082010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass73,434 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,434 miles
    Test number
    537881081065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail73,434 miles (+7,540)5 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,434 miles
    Test number
    155071181425
    • DangerousFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail65,894 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,894 miles
    Test number
    131338080038
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass65,894 miles (+7,690)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,894 miles
    Test number
    492418780083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,204 miles
    Test number
    710359189052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,204 miles (+8,380)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,204 miles
    Test number
    981479389000
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass49,824 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,824 miles
    Test number
    553099608177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,582 miles (+11,190)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,582 miles
    Test number
    520059798012
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass38,392 miles (+9,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,392 miles
    Test number
    261369487000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass28,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,493 miles
    Test number
    143000996011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 SOL

Does L99 SOL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L99 SOL expired on 29 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L99 SOL?
The MOT on L99 SOL expired on 29 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L99 SOL done?
L99 SOL was recorded at 149,590 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2023, an average of 7,125 miles a year.
Has L99 SOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 SOL has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on L99 SOL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L99 SOL find?
L99 SOL passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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