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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LG11 VJLMOT history

LG11 VJL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 147,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LG11 VJL blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,140 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG11 VJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG11 VJL was last recorded at 147,140 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,140 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,140 miles
  • 2025 – 135,757 miles
  • 2024 – 126,940 miles
  • 2023 – 124,255 miles
  • 2022 – 113,008 miles
  • 2021 – 112,241 miles
  • 2020 – 103,217 miles
  • 2019 – 97,576 miles
  • 2018 – 90,258 miles
  • 2017 – 82,593 miles
  • 2016 – 72,238 miles
  • 2015 – 66,945 miles
  • 2014 – 58,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,140 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,140 miles
    Test number
    713655842027
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Fail147,140 miles (+11,383)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,140 miles
    Test number
    385361851967
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass135,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,757 miles
    Test number
    917704307435
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail135,757 miles (+8,817)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,757 miles
    Test number
    137671405211
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass126,940 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,940 miles
    Test number
    247833517055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,255 miles (+11,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,255 miles
    Test number
    315196614390
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean
  7. Pass113,008 miles (+767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,008 miles
    Test number
    747706383241
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass112,241 miles (+9,024)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,241 miles
    Test number
    719065252083
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  9. Pass103,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,217 miles
    Test number
    433974474403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail103,217 miles (+5,641)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,217 miles
    Test number
    844515915330
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass97,576 miles (+7,318)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,576 miles
    Test number
    717869318406
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass90,258 miles (+7,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,258 miles
    Test number
    387078907704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Pass82,593 miles (+10,355)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    82,593 miles
    Test number
    746201228004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,238 miles (+5,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    884443966503
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some components
  15. Pass66,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,945 miles
    Test number
    329244555069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,945 miles (+8,654)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,945 miles
    Test number
    366834155030
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass58,291 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,291 miles
    Test number
    725065964040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight wear/corrosion front brake discs
  18. Fail58,291 miles2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,291 miles
    Test number
    559605564074
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight wear/corrosion front brake discs

Questions about LG11 VJL

Does LG11 VJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG11 VJL is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG11 VJL?
The MOT on LG11 VJL is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG11 VJL done?
LG11 VJL was recorded at 147,140 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 7,349 miles a year.
Has LG11 VJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG11 VJL has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LG11 VJL 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 LG11 VJL find?
LG11 VJL passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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