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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LL57 AXVMOT history

LL57 AXV is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 144,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

LL57 AXV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
144,220 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL57 AXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL57 AXV was last recorded at 144,220 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,049 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
171 miles
Average per year
6,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,220 miles
  • 2025 – 141,098 miles
  • 2024 – 134,552 miles
  • 2023 – 122,968 miles
  • 2022 – 111,382 miles
  • 2021 – 92,336 miles
  • 2020 – 83,081 miles
  • 2019 – 73,001 miles
  • 2017 – 61,893 miles
  • 2016 – 56,331 miles
  • 2015 – 54,491 miles
  • 2014 – 52,941 miles
  • 2013 – 51,074 miles
  • 2012 – 47,811 miles
  • 2011 – 44,644 miles
  • 2010 – 42,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,220 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBEEN LOWERED SINCE MOT
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,220 miles (+171)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    144,220 miles
    Test number
    602932162517
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBEEN LOWERED SINCE MOT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail144,049 miles (+2,951)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,049 miles
    Test number
    333020423822
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass141,098 miles (+6,546)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,098 miles
    Test number
    344731442374
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass134,552 miles (+247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,552 miles
    Test number
    315649352842
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail134,305 miles (+11,337)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,305 miles
    Test number
    264882381040
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass122,968 miles (+11,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    122,968 miles
    Test number
    984938735516
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass111,382 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    844756174820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,016 miles (+18,680)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,016 miles
    Test number
    349269722978
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  9. Pass92,336 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,336 miles
    Test number
    723522806159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail92,244 miles (+9,163)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,244 miles
    Test number
    657205708745
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass83,081 miles (+10,080)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    83,081 miles
    Test number
    414610132594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,001 miles (+11,108)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,001 miles
    Test number
    252646838820
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner edges

  13. Pass61,893 miles (+5,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    61,893 miles
    Test number
    872617877818
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass56,331 miles (+1,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,331 miles
    Test number
    575717313519
    • AdvisoryHi level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight bind on Offside rear wheel

  15. Pass54,491 miles (+1,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,491 miles
    Test number
    968000115266
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass52,941 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    176057624260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,926 miles (+1,852)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,926 miles
    Test number
    947614524213
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass51,074 miles (+3,263)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,074 miles
    Test number
    595367543223
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp not working

  19. Pass47,811 miles (+3,167)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,811 miles
    Test number
    827208642201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,644 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,644 miles
    Test number
    677430451292
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp disconnected/ inoperative
    • NoteOffside windscreen wiper smearing screen

  21. Fail44,644 miles (+2,404)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,644 miles
    Test number
    347120551237
    • FailureStop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOffside windscreen wiper smearing screen

  22. Pass42,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,240 miles
    Test number
    503616160237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL57 AXV

Does LL57 AXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL57 AXV is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL57 AXV?
The MOT on LL57 AXV is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL57 AXV done?
LL57 AXV was recorded at 144,220 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 6,549 miles a year.
Has LL57 AXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL57 AXV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL57 AXV 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 LL57 AXV find?
LL57 AXV passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; been lowered since mot, and 5 more.

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