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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2016 · 1,395 cc

LP16 XUVMOT history

LP16 XUV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 77,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

LP16 XUV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
77,448 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 XUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 XUV was last recorded at 77,448 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 11,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
66,173 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,275 miles
Average per year
7,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,448 miles
  • 2025 – 66,173 miles
  • 2024 – 54,847 miles
  • 2023 – 44,636 miles
  • 2022 – 35,973 miles
  • 2021 – 29,366 miles
  • 2020 – 26,347 miles
  • 2019 – 21,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,448 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,448 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    354749557302
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail77,448 miles (+11,275)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    478143644441
    • 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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass66,173 miles (+11,326)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    66,173 miles
    Test number
    157312143797
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass54,847 miles (+10,211)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    54,847 miles
    Test number
    356780472657
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip Loose Small Lose Of Grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass44,636 miles (+8,663)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    44,636 miles
    Test number
    388720873905
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated needs new fixing clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on wall and tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on wall and tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass35,973 miles (+6,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    35,973 miles
    Test number
    819490244230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass29,366 miles (+3,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    29,366 miles
    Test number
    433713253917
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminated

  8. Pass26,347 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    26,347 miles
    Test number
    608086308993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail26,347 miles (+4,696)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,347 miles
    Test number
    374573020490
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass21,651 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    21,651 miles
    Test number
    627673119211
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f and n/s/f contain age related cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about LP16 XUV

Does LP16 XUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 XUV is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 XUV?
The MOT on LP16 XUV is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 XUV done?
LP16 XUV was recorded at 77,448 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 7,776 miles a year.
Has LP16 XUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 XUV has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LP16 XUV 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 LP16 XUV find?
LP16 XUV passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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