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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LD61 XRWMOT history

LD61 XRW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 86,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

LD61 XRW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,422 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD61 XRW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD61 XRW was last recorded at 86,422 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 1,842 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,580 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,842 miles
Average per year
5,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,422 miles
  • 2025 – 84,580 miles
  • 2024 – 81,552 miles
  • 2023 – 72,623 miles
  • 2022 – 64,404 miles
  • 2021 – 57,493 miles
  • 2020 – 54,242 miles
  • 2019 – 51,509 miles
  • 2018 – 47,356 miles
  • 2017 – 43,348 miles
  • 2016 – 41,375 miles
  • 2015 – 34,446 miles
  • 2014 – 26,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,422 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,422 miles (+1,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,422 miles
    Test number
    835766152108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,580 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    84,580 miles
    Test number
    222981117771
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail84,578 miles (+3,026)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,578 miles
    Test number
    701867290682
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass81,552 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    81,552 miles
    Test number
    488947659921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail81,550 miles (+8,927)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,550 miles
    Test number
    218223761961
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass72,623 miles (+8,219)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,623 miles
    Test number
    314598179038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass64,404 miles (+6,911)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,404 miles
    Test number
    398663689914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Pass57,493 miles (+3,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    57,493 miles
    Test number
    128458725585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass54,242 miles (+2,733)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    54,242 miles
    Test number
    169361484761
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass51,509 miles (+35)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    51,509 miles
    Test number
    640646197795
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner shoulder wear to the nearside rear tyre (advise replacement)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is on 3mm of tread
    • AdvisoryRear bumper insecure on the offside corner but unlikely to become detached
    • AdvisorySlight play in the top engine mount

  11. Fail51,474 miles (+4,118)2 major2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,474 miles
    Test number
    872234842356
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner shoulder wear to the nearside rear tyre (advise replacement)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is on 3mm of tread
    • AdvisoryRear bumper insecure on the offside corner but unlikely to become detached
    • AdvisorySlight play in the top engine mount

  12. Pass47,356 miles (+4,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,356 miles
    Test number
    771535895743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass43,348 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,348 miles
    Test number
    127837402307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,375 miles (+6,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,375 miles
    Test number
    712326432453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass34,446 miles (+8,277)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    34,446 miles
    Test number
    302333409845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,169 miles
    Test number
    747189354228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD61 XRW

Does LD61 XRW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD61 XRW is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD61 XRW?
The MOT on LD61 XRW is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD61 XRW done?
LD61 XRW was recorded at 86,422 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 5,053 miles a year.
Has LD61 XRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD61 XRW has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD61 XRW 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 XRW find?
LD61 XRW passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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