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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LD61 XRTMOT history

LD61 XRT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LD61 XRT grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
89,826 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD61 XRT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
4 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD61 XRT was last recorded at 89,826 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,686 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
140 miles
Average per year
6,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,826 miles
  • 2024 – 81,205 miles
  • 2023 – 73,604 miles
  • 2022 – 67,504 miles
  • 2020 – 56,698 miles
  • 2019 – 49,412 miles
  • 2018 – 43,894 miles
  • 2017 – 36,549 miles
  • 2016 – 30,171 miles
  • 2015 – 23,282 miles
  • 2014 – 17,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,826 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (console bush)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,826 miles (+140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    106574752870
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail89,686 miles (+8,481)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,686 miles
    Test number
    935985207787
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater light intensity significantly reduced both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass81,205 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,205 miles
    Test number
    765894096734
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail81,205 miles (+7,601)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,205 miles
    Test number
    369042985561
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass73,604 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,604 miles
    Test number
    926998469206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail73,604 miles (+6,100)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,604 miles
    Test number
    618371157504
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass67,504 miles (+10,806)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    67,504 miles
    Test number
    704923772797
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass56,698 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    56,698 miles
    Test number
    971157920081
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (console bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail56,694 miles (+7,282)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,694 miles
    Test number
    563593344921
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (console bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass49,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,412 miles
    Test number
    888844205689
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail49,412 miles (+5,518)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,412 miles
    Test number
    203823430294
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass43,894 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,894 miles
    Test number
    990637108450
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail43,894 miles (+7,345)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,894 miles
    Test number
    211134041131
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass36,549 miles (+6,378)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    36,549 miles
    Test number
    276708786739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,171 miles (+6,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    30,171 miles
    Test number
    624539101230
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass23,282 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    23,282 miles
    Test number
    648166984480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,688 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    17,688 miles
    Test number
    985764704310
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split on ends
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LD61 XRT

Does LD61 XRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD61 XRT is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD61 XRT?
The MOT on LD61 XRT is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD61 XRT done?
LD61 XRT was recorded at 89,826 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 6,514 miles a year.
Has LD61 XRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD61 XRT has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD61 XRT 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 XRT find?
LD61 XRT passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both.

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