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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LO09 DPNMOT history

LO09 DPN is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

LO09 DPN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
121,840 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO09 DPN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
6 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO09 DPN was last recorded at 121,840 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,824 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
6,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,840 miles
  • 2024 – 118,522 miles
  • 2023 – 111,942 miles
  • 2022 – 100,608 miles
  • 2021 – 97,621 miles
  • 2020 – 92,742 miles
  • 2019 – 83,724 miles
  • 2018 – 72,134 miles
  • 2017 – 60,250 miles
  • 2016 – 54,683 miles
  • 2015 – 49,986 miles
  • 2014 – 44,438 miles
  • 2013 – 38,595 miles
  • 2012 – 33,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,840 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryMetered smoke not detectedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,840 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,840 miles
    Test number
    371897658141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetered smoke not detected
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail121,824 miles (+3,302)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,824 miles
    Test number
    849918675074
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetered smoke not detected
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass118,522 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,522 miles
    Test number
    782644596636
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Fail118,522 miles (+6,580)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,522 miles
    Test number
    479016275784
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamp defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass111,942 miles (+11,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,942 miles
    Test number
    120379925028
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass100,608 miles (+2,987)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,608 miles
    Test number
    339054736475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,621 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    97,621 miles
    Test number
    769071605009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn unevenly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail97,621 miles (+4,879)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,621 miles
    Test number
    220469466195
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn unevenly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,742 miles (+9,018)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,742 miles
    Test number
    597866153697
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass83,724 miles (+11,590)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,724 miles
    Test number
    712319697890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,134 miles
    Test number
    322321423862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail72,134 miles (+11,884)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,134 miles
    Test number
    283558308840
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass60,250 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,250 miles
    Test number
    795208559624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,048 miles (+5,365)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,048 miles
    Test number
    126535349949
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge & starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass54,683 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,683 miles
    Test number
    547726975587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail54,683 miles (+4,697)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,683 miles
    Test number
    829729457054
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,986 miles (+5,548)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,986 miles
    Test number
    156755555468
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass44,438 miles (+5,843)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,438 miles
    Test number
    647617654020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  19. Pass38,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,595 miles
    Test number
    286215163033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,594 miles (+4,761)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,594 miles
    Test number
    288255063030
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass33,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,833 miles
    Test number
    748823662190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO09 DPN

Does LO09 DPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO09 DPN is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LO09 DPN?
The MOT on LO09 DPN is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO09 DPN done?
LO09 DPN was recorded at 121,840 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 6,586 miles a year.
Has LO09 DPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO09 DPN has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LO09 DPN 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 LO09 DPN find?
LO09 DPN passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; offside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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