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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LA02 WVTMOT history

LA02 WVT is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 154,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LA02 WVT red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,728 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA02 WVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA02 WVT was last recorded at 154,728 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 85 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,643 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
85 miles
Average per year
6,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,728 miles
  • 2025 – 154,643 miles
  • 2024 – 154,416 miles
  • 2022 – 154,047 miles
  • 2021 – 151,134 miles
  • 2020 – 147,245 miles
  • 2019 – 144,212 miles
  • 2018 – 133,434 miles
  • 2017 – 123,452 miles
  • 2016 – 116,611 miles
  • 2015 – 112,002 miles
  • 2014 – 103,985 miles
  • 2013 – 98,341 miles
  • 2012 – 91,620 miles
  • 2011 – 86,755 miles
  • 2010 – 80,209 miles
  • 2009 – 72,820 miles
  • 2008 – 64,302 miles
  • 2007 – 53,181 miles
  • 2006 – 31,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,728 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Suspension modification low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,728 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,728 miles
    Test number
    667889917799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass154,643 miles (+22)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    154,643 miles
    Test number
    379467537960
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail154,621 miles (+205)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,621 miles
    Test number
    295700812990
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  4. Pass154,416 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,416 miles
    Test number
    822370522087
    • AdvisorySuspension modification low

  5. Fail154,413 miles (+366)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,413 miles
    Test number
    597172718692
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension modification low

  6. Pass154,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    154,047 miles
    Test number
    356736528300
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail154,047 miles (+2,913)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,047 miles
    Test number
    205528002282
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass151,134 miles (+3,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,134 miles
    Test number
    532132061696
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n/s/f wing

  9. Pass147,245 miles (+3,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,245 miles
    Test number
    284838259146
    • AdvisoryDamage to drivers door mirror outer casing
    • AdvisoryEml light on on dash

  10. Pass144,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,212 miles
    Test number
    543298122435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn unevenly

  11. Fail144,212 miles (+10,778)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,212 miles
    Test number
    763130215950
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn unevenly

  12. Pass133,434 miles (+9,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    133,434 miles
    Test number
    259261371192
    • AdvisoryExhaust center bracket corroded

  13. Pass123,452 miles (+6,841)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    123,452 miles
    Test number
    293453133870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,611 miles (+4,609)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,611 miles
    Test number
    230717628468
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel tight
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass112,002 miles (+8,017)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    112,002 miles
    Test number
    610718671045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    103,985 miles
    Test number
    705680384245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail103,985 miles (+5,644)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,985 miles
    Test number
    468190384230
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  18. Pass98,341 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    98,341 miles
    Test number
    235915273214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,620 miles
    Test number
    275609642117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail91,620 miles (+4,865)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,620 miles
    Test number
    617269242153
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass86,755 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,755 miles
    Test number
    205947641459
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteAdvise tracking checked + adjusted as needed
    • NoteO/s/r tyre needed soon

  22. Fail86,755 miles (+6,546)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,755 miles
    Test number
    509196641148
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  23. Pass80,209 miles (+7,389)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,209 miles
    Test number
    403017340143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,820 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,820 miles
    Test number
    454997749198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Fail72,812 miles (+8,510)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,812 miles
    Test number
    191127649118
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass64,302 miles (+11,121)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,302 miles
    Test number
    273144748194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,181 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,181 miles
    Test number
    281740957458
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteWater ingress to front and rear number plates

  28. Pass53,181 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,181 miles
    Test number
    730440857174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteWater ingress to front and rear number plates

  29. Fail53,181 miles (+21,358)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,181 miles
    Test number
    892279447161
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass31,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    31,823 miles
    Test number
    984605036184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA02 WVT

Does LA02 WVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA02 WVT is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA02 WVT?
The MOT on LA02 WVT is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA02 WVT done?
LA02 WVT was recorded at 154,728 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 6,026 miles a year.
Has LA02 WVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA02 WVT has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LA02 WVT 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 LA02 WVT find?
LA02 WVT passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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