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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

L9 TKAMOT history

L9 TKA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 190,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2023.

L9 TKA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2024
Mileage
190,223 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L9 TKA
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
5 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L9 TKA was last recorded at 190,223 miles on 11 Jan 2023, 18,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,792 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
18,431 miles
Average per year
13,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 190,223 miles
  • 2022 – 171,792 miles
  • 2021 – 163,059 miles
  • 2019 – 142,215 miles
  • 2018 – 131,849 miles
  • 2017 – 123,880 miles
  • 2015 – 113,918 miles
  • 2014 – 103,032 miles
  • 2013 – 81,629 miles
  • 2012 – 62,237 miles
  • 2011 – 39,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,223 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,223 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    190,223 miles
    Test number
    989720573185
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail190,223 miles (+18,431)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,223 miles
    Test number
    890477101700
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass171,792 miles (+8,733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    171,792 miles
    Test number
    806997665820
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass163,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    163,059 miles
    Test number
    438231145081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail163,059 miles (+20,844)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,059 miles
    Test number
    743116223706
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass142,215 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,215 miles
    Test number
    566626421387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail142,204 miles (+10,355)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,204 miles
    Test number
    980298902717
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass131,849 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    131,849 miles
    Test number
    576092183339
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail131,849 miles (+7,969)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,849 miles
    Test number
    468054375415
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass123,880 miles (+9,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    123,880 miles
    Test number
    138190520210
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass113,918 miles (+10,886)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    113,918 miles
    Test number
    465800222485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass103,032 miles (+21,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    103,032 miles
    Test number
    667492224367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass81,629 miles (+19,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,629 miles
    Test number
    775102113353
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass62,237 miles (+22,373)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,237 miles
    Test number
    817885372209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,864 miles
    Test number
    409459521247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L9 TKA

Does L9 TKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L9 TKA expired on 10 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L9 TKA?
The MOT on L9 TKA expired on 10 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L9 TKA done?
L9 TKA was recorded at 190,223 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2023, an average of 13,186 miles a year.
Has L9 TKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L9 TKA has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L9 TKA 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 L9 TKA find?
L9 TKA passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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