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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,598 cc

LD14 XAPMOT history

LD14 XAP is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jun 2014. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 228,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LD14 XAP black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
228,894 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
20,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD14 XAP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
6 Jun 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD14 XAP was last recorded at 228,894 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 20,550 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
208,344 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
20,550 miles
Average per year
20,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,894 miles
  • 2025 – 208,344 miles
  • 2023 – 182,986 miles
  • 2021 – 135,912 miles
  • 2020 – 118,038 miles
  • 2019 – 91,163 miles
  • 2018 – 72,467 miles
  • 2017 – 51,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,894 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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 covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 22 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,894 miles (+20,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    228,894 miles
    Test number
    848104985252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass208,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    208,344 miles
    Test number
    971122772268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail208,344 miles (+25,358)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,344 miles
    Test number
    172949027661
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass182,986 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    182,986 miles
    Test number
    513717067546
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail182,986 miles (+22,158)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,986 miles
    Test number
    527239961886
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass160,828 miles (+24,916)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    160,828 miles
    Test number
    381774015057
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,912 miles (+17,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,912 miles
    Test number
    176718099651
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass118,038 miles (+26,875)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,038 miles
    Test number
    453879703066
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratching (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass91,163 miles (+18,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,163 miles
    Test number
    995549264111
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Pass72,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,467 miles
    Test number
    725417434171
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Fail72,466 miles (+20,789)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,466 miles
    Test number
    716335284711
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  12. Pass51,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,677 miles
    Test number
    638446904734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LD14 XAP

Does LD14 XAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD14 XAP is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD14 XAP?
The MOT on LD14 XAP is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD14 XAP done?
LD14 XAP was recorded at 228,894 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 20,393 miles a year.
Has LD14 XAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD14 XAP has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LD14 XAP 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 LD14 XAP find?
LD14 XAP passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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