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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,598 cc

LM18 VWRMOT history

LM18 VWR is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 103,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

LM18 VWR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,502 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
16,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM18 VWR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM18 VWR was last recorded at 103,502 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 15,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,999 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
15,503 miles
Average per year
16,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,502 miles
  • 2025 – 87,999 miles
  • 2024 – 69,101 miles
  • 2023 – 47,511 miles
  • 2022 – 27,580 miles
  • 2021 – 22,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,502 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

8 tests since 15 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,502 miles
    Test number
    134145561837
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail103,501 miles (+15,502)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,501 miles
    Test number
    512291341084
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Pass87,999 miles (+18,898)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    87,999 miles
    Test number
    432473910360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass69,101 miles (+21,590)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,101 miles
    Test number
    169040966900
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass47,511 miles (+19,931)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    47,511 miles
    Test number
    939924220215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,580 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    27,580 miles
    Test number
    513166446277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass22,900 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    22,900 miles
    Test number
    216999258799
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail22,899 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,899 miles
    Test number
    696987327670
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LM18 VWR

Does LM18 VWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM18 VWR is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM18 VWR?
The MOT on LM18 VWR is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM18 VWR done?
LM18 VWR was recorded at 103,502 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 16,221 miles a year.
Has LM18 VWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM18 VWR has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM18 VWR 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 LM18 VWR find?
LM18 VWR passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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