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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,395 cc

LP16 ZVFMOT history

LP16 ZVF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 52,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

LP16 ZVF grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
52,693 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 ZVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
19 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 ZVF was last recorded at 52,693 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 1,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,147 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,546 miles
Average per year
4,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,693 miles
  • 2025 – 51,147 miles
  • 2024 – 49,390 miles
  • 2023 – 45,930 miles
  • 2022 – 40,462 miles
  • 2021 – 33,182 miles
  • 2020 – 28,625 miles
  • 2019 – 22,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,693 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTpms light on

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 29 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,693 miles (+1,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    52,693 miles
    Test number
    532925173212
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
  2. Pass51,147 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    51,147 miles
    Test number
    678170589797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail51,143 miles (+1,753)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,143 miles
    Test number
    405778490097
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass49,390 miles (+3,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    49,390 miles
    Test number
    932669703627
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass45,930 miles (+5,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    45,930 miles
    Test number
    490120873675
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass40,462 miles (+7,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    40,462 miles
    Test number
    849392405868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass33,182 miles (+4,557)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    33,182 miles
    Test number
    926753640149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass28,625 miles (+6,488)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    28,625 miles
    Test number
    552777512809
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large scratch (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass22,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    22,137 miles
    Test number
    837909608011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail22,137 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,137 miles
    Test number
    891929469098
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn on edges

Questions about LP16 ZVF

Does LP16 ZVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 ZVF is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 ZVF?
The MOT on LP16 ZVF is valid until 18 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 ZVF done?
LP16 ZVF was recorded at 52,693 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 4,377 miles a year.
Has LP16 ZVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 ZVF has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LP16 ZVF 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 ZVF find?
LP16 ZVF passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; tpms light on.

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