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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,395 cc

LL16 SMVMOT history

LL16 SMV is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 125,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

LL16 SMV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
125,095 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL16 SMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
28 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL16 SMV was last recorded at 125,095 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 4,176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,919 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,176 miles
Average per year
10,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,095 miles
  • 2025 – 120,919 miles
  • 2024 – 109,146 miles
  • 2023 – 95,883 miles
  • 2022 – 80,391 miles
  • 2021 – 70,739 miles
  • 2020 – 65,789 miles
  • 2019 – 50,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,095 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight discolored (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside headlight discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    125,095 miles
    Test number
    664807680609
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight discolored (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail125,095 miles (+4,176)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,095 miles
    Test number
    604537151156
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight discolored (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass120,919 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    120,919 miles
    Test number
    327070022421
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight discoloured
  4. Fail120,906 miles (+11,760)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,906 miles
    Test number
    483588469263
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight discoloured
  5. Pass109,146 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,146 miles
    Test number
    106250355450
    • MinorOffside Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction phone holder fitted (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  6. Fail109,146 miles (+13,263)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,146 miles
    Test number
    977877161380
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to dipped beam not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction phone holder fitted (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  7. Pass95,883 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    95,883 miles
    Test number
    560342452010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail95,883 miles (+15,492)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,883 miles
    Test number
    202260311366
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass80,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,391 miles
    Test number
    447366165132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,391 miles (+9,652)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,391 miles
    Test number
    816886287437
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
  11. Pass70,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    70,739 miles
    Test number
    460511708899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,739 miles (+4,950)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,739 miles
    Test number
    788875427804
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass65,789 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    65,789 miles
    Test number
    415887918072
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  14. Fail65,789 miles (+15,562)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,789 miles
    Test number
    298560042806
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  15. Pass50,227 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    50,227 miles
    Test number
    115242316191
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LL16 SMV

Does LL16 SMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL16 SMV is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL16 SMV?
The MOT on LL16 SMV is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL16 SMV done?
LL16 SMV was recorded at 125,095 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 10,526 miles a year.
Has LL16 SMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL16 SMV has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LL16 SMV 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 LL16 SMV find?
LL16 SMV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight discolored.

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