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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LD61 XETMOT history

LD61 XET is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LD61 XET white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
108,632 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD61 XET
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD61 XET was last recorded at 108,632 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 1,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,809 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,823 miles
Average per year
3,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,632 miles
  • 2025 – 106,809 miles
  • 2024 – 103,897 miles
  • 2023 – 99,485 miles
  • 2022 – 96,366 miles
  • 2021 – 92,450 miles
  • 2020 – 89,800 miles
  • 2019 – 85,941 miles
  • 2018 – 82,253 miles
  • 2017 – 78,052 miles
  • 2016 – 73,235 miles
  • 2015 – 68,644 miles
  • 2014 – 61,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,632 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,632 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    108,632 miles
    Test number
    429467871435
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,632 miles (+1,823)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,632 miles
    Test number
    391019243127
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,809 miles (+2,912)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,809 miles
    Test number
    899018552232
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass103,897 miles (+121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,897 miles
    Test number
    410248161319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail103,776 miles (+4,291)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,776 miles
    Test number
    964184017431
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass99,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,485 miles
    Test number
    357986137922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,485 miles (+3,119)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,485 miles
    Test number
    174291806301
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass96,366 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,366 miles
    Test number
    941316746609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail96,366 miles (+3,916)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,366 miles
    Test number
    173738360136
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass92,450 miles (+42)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,450 miles
    Test number
    107715038468
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail92,408 miles (+2,608)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,408 miles
    Test number
    349709070937
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16v (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass89,800 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    89,800 miles
    Test number
    107966071560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail89,800 miles (+3,859)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,800 miles
    Test number
    612642286357
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass85,941 miles (+3,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,941 miles
    Test number
    634246346204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass82,253 miles (+4,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,253 miles
    Test number
    161889748859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205.55.16 91H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions where too clean to register.

  16. Pass78,052 miles (+4,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,052 miles
    Test number
    958799938791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear this tyre is cracking within the tread. 205.55.16 91H
    • AdvisoryEmissions where too clean to register.

  17. Pass73,235 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,235 miles
    Test number
    889885079406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,644 miles (+7,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    505916013109
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register

  19. Pass61,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,378 miles
    Test number
    585147384274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD61 XET

Does LD61 XET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD61 XET is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD61 XET?
The MOT on LD61 XET is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD61 XET done?
LD61 XET was recorded at 108,632 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,946 miles a year.
Has LD61 XET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD61 XET has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD61 XET 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 LD61 XET find?
LD61 XET passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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