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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LP11 PBVMOT history

LP11 PBV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 122,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LP11 PBV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
122,350 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP11 PBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP11 PBV was last recorded at 122,350 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 3,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,829 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,521 miles
Average per year
6,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,350 miles
  • 2025 – 118,829 miles
  • 2024 – 114,411 miles
  • 2023 – 114,176 miles
  • 2021 – 105,535 miles
  • 2020 – 100,835 miles
  • 2019 – 96,908 miles
  • 2018 – 88,801 miles
  • 2017 – 80,481 miles
  • 2016 – 69,516 miles
  • 2015 – 52,991 miles
  • 2014 – 42,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,350 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked, broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge both fronts 205/55/16 V (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,350 miles (+3,521)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    122,350 miles
    Test number
    423439143494
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked, broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge both fronts 205/55/16 V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass118,829 miles (+4,418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,829 miles
    Test number
    377321298165
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass114,411 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,411 miles
    Test number
    936361877815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,176 miles (+4,056)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,176 miles
    Test number
    755954289390
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Flat spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres starting to perish in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass110,120 miles (+4,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,120 miles
    Test number
    814429072003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on pads ok

  6. Pass105,535 miles (+4,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,535 miles
    Test number
    854269311128
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,835 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,835 miles
    Test number
    129078969225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail100,827 miles (+3,919)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,827 miles
    Test number
    361426228413
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,908 miles (+206)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,908 miles
    Test number
    149156771483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail96,702 miles (+7,901)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,702 miles
    Test number
    533259427262
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass88,801 miles (+8,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,801 miles
    Test number
    614074445676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror is taped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass80,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,481 miles
    Test number
    788733500823
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail80,481 miles (+10,965)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,481 miles
    Test number
    372095025386
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view nearside has damage as well and is taped (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass69,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,516 miles
    Test number
    917756072466
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on edges

  15. Fail69,516 miles (+16,525)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,516 miles
    Test number
    827562216519
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on edges

  16. Pass52,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,991 miles
    Test number
    561061377394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,991 miles (+10,026)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,991 miles
    Test number
    428181745538
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass42,965 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,965 miles
    Test number
    979359814218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP11 PBV

Does LP11 PBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP11 PBV is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP11 PBV?
The MOT on LP11 PBV is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP11 PBV done?
LP11 PBV was recorded at 122,350 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 6,937 miles a year.
Has LP11 PBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP11 PBV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LP11 PBV 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 LP11 PBV find?
LP11 PBV passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked, broken; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge both fronts 205/55/16 v, and 3 more.

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