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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LD61 XJCMOT history

LD61 XJC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 164,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

LD61 XJC grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
164,294 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD61 XJC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
11 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD61 XJC was last recorded at 164,294 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 797 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,497 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
797 miles
Average per year
11,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,294 miles
  • 2025 – 140,535 miles
  • 2024 – 138,560 miles
  • 2023 – 130,421 miles
  • 2022 – 118,388 miles
  • 2021 – 105,316 miles
  • 2020 – 89,140 miles
  • 2019 – 75,551 miles
  • 2017 – 59,162 miles
  • 2016 – 45,287 miles
  • 2015 – 36,893 miles
  • 2014 – 29,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,294 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Separating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Accident damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,294 miles (+797)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    164,294 miles
    Test number
    109408038867
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail163,497 miles (+22,962)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,497 miles
    Test number
    847937289212
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Flexible joint fractured. (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear of arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear of arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective At subframe below flexible joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted STRONG ADVISE. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass140,535 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    140,535 miles
    Test number
    631537203994
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail140,532 miles (+1,972)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,532 miles
    Test number
    918622028387
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass138,560 miles (+8,139)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    138,560 miles
    Test number
    577445643546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass130,421 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,421 miles
    Test number
    512796455758
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail130,421 miles (+12,033)3 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,421 miles
    Test number
    325500505386
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass118,388 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    118,388 miles
    Test number
    971053673375
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Accident damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail118,388 miles (+13,072)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,388 miles
    Test number
    278646553709
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Accident damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass105,316 miles (+16,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,316 miles
    Test number
    594984781911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  11. Pass89,140 miles (+13,589)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,140 miles
    Test number
    942045474881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,551 miles (+16,389)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,551 miles
    Test number
    919036286927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,162 miles (+13,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    59,162 miles
    Test number
    178842496315
    • AdvisoryKerb damage n/s front tyre
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Pass45,287 miles (+4,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,287 miles
    Test number
    957240416057
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass40,916 miles (+4,023)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,916 miles
    Test number
    449821344728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,893 miles (+7,493)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,893 miles
    Test number
    703877489292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,400 miles
    Test number
    426569584296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD61 XJC

Does LD61 XJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD61 XJC is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD61 XJC?
The MOT on LD61 XJC is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD61 XJC done?
LD61 XJC was recorded at 164,294 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 11,506 miles a year.
Has LD61 XJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD61 XJC has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD61 XJC 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 XJC find?
LD61 XJC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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