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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,395 cc

LD16 VLAMOT history

LD16 VLA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 65,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LD16 VLA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
65,902 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD16 VLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
9 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD16 VLA was last recorded at 65,902 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 3,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
62,114 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,788 miles
Average per year
5,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,902 miles
  • 2025 – 62,114 miles
  • 2024 – 58,911 miles
  • 2023 – 55,324 miles
  • 2022 – 52,209 miles
  • 2021 – 48,307 miles
  • 2020 – 40,606 miles
  • 2019 – 27,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,902 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 20 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    65,902 miles
    Test number
    243665121442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail65,902 miles (+3,788)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,902 miles
    Test number
    234847383596
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords CRACKING deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass62,114 miles (+3,203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    62,114 miles
    Test number
    988900329024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass58,911 miles (+3,587)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    58,911 miles
    Test number
    110243551444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o.s.r and n.s.r pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o.s.re and n.s.r cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass55,324 miles (+3,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    55,324 miles
    Test number
    545254242528
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass52,209 miles (+3,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    52,209 miles
    Test number
    528446027057
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass48,307 miles (+7,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    48,307 miles
    Test number
    719797653985
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs surfaces corroded

  8. Pass40,606 miles (+13,388)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    40,606 miles
    Test number
    124762590374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,218 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    27,218 miles
    Test number
    763047682302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about LD16 VLA

Does LD16 VLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD16 VLA is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD16 VLA?
The MOT on LD16 VLA is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD16 VLA done?
LD16 VLA was recorded at 65,902 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 5,443 miles a year.
Has LD16 VLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD16 VLA has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD16 VLA 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 LD16 VLA find?
LD16 VLA passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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