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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

LN13 EFUMOT history

LN13 EFU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 137,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LN13 EFU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
137,439 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LN13 EFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LN13 EFU was last recorded at 137,439 miles on 12 May 2026, 8,231 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,208 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,231 miles
Average per year
10,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,439 miles
  • 2025 – 129,208 miles
  • 2024 – 122,856 miles
  • 2023 – 115,073 miles
  • 2021 – 100,461 miles
  • 2020 – 88,701 miles
  • 2019 – 71,418 miles
  • 2018 – 55,835 miles
  • 2017 – 44,953 miles
  • 2016 – 33,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,439 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front bumper slight accidand damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    137,439 miles
    Test number
    118245860036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail137,433 miles (+8,225)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,433 miles
    Test number
    224403048915
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass129,208 miles (+6,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,208 miles
    Test number
    837410209592
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass122,856 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,856 miles
    Test number
    583215467755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,853 miles (+7,780)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,853 miles
    Test number
    487873751370
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  6. Pass115,073 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    115,073 miles
    Test number
    621263510190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper slight accidand damage
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides

  7. Fail115,070 miles (+14,609)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,070 miles
    Test number
    507188562440
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper slight accidand damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass100,461 miles (+11,760)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,461 miles
    Test number
    111122352710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,701 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,701 miles
    Test number
    295237923167
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail88,700 miles (+17,282)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    767737132399
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass71,418 miles (+15,583)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,418 miles
    Test number
    993848445260
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass55,835 miles (+10,882)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,835 miles
    Test number
    362152302109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,953 miles (+11,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    44,953 miles
    Test number
    259749127646
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass33,371 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    33,371 miles
    Test number
    614302970123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,293 miles
    Test number
    638752761052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,293 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,293 miles
    Test number
    881943547942
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm showing cords on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm showing cords on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LN13 EFU

Does LN13 EFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LN13 EFU is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LN13 EFU?
The MOT on LN13 EFU is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LN13 EFU done?
LN13 EFU was recorded at 137,439 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 10,293 miles a year.
Has LN13 EFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LN13 EFU has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LN13 EFU 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 LN13 EFU find?
LN13 EFU passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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