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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

LM16 YJYMOT history

LM16 YJY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 113,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LM16 YJY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
113,505 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 YJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 YJY was last recorded at 113,505 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 11,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,402 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,103 miles
Average per year
12,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,505 miles
  • 2025 – 102,402 miles
  • 2024 – 89,808 miles
  • 2023 – 78,203 miles
  • 2022 – 66,523 miles
  • 2021 – 52,333 miles
  • 2020 – 37,187 miles
  • 2019 – 24,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,505 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 18 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,505 miles (+11,103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    113,505 miles
    Test number
    308028971125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass102,402 miles (+12,594)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,402 miles
    Test number
    666197757730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,808 miles (+11,605)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,808 miles
    Test number
    619972291365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,203 miles
    Test number
    673450884968
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail78,203 miles (+11,680)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,203 miles
    Test number
    673572058315
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass66,523 miles (+14,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,523 miles
    Test number
    588945311666
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass52,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    52,333 miles
    Test number
    922070163130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,333 miles (+15,146)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,333 miles
    Test number
    244210039203
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass37,187 miles (+12,765)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,187 miles
    Test number
    234579632449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,422 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    24,422 miles
    Test number
    140843976169
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about LM16 YJY

Does LM16 YJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 YJY is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 YJY?
The MOT on LM16 YJY is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 YJY done?
LM16 YJY was recorded at 113,505 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 12,381 miles a year.
Has LM16 YJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 YJY has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LM16 YJY 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 LM16 YJY find?
LM16 YJY passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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