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Grey · Petrol · 2017 · 1,395 cc

LP17 ZHTMOT history

LP17 ZHT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 125,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LP17 ZHT grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
125,678 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP17 ZHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
28 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP17 ZHT was last recorded at 125,678 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 20,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
105,206 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
20,472 miles
Average per year
14,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,678 miles
  • 2024 – 105,206 miles
  • 2023 – 82,518 miles
  • 2022 – 67,227 miles
  • 2021 – 54,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,678 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 20 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    125,678 miles
    Test number
    163192009939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail125,678 miles (+20,472)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,678 miles
    Test number
    136502593192
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription missing one letter missing (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass105,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    105,206 miles
    Test number
    701486708122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,202 miles (+22,684)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,202 miles
    Test number
    396096610093
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass82,518 miles (+15,291)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,518 miles
    Test number
    840502419876
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamp damaged no effect on light output (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass67,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,227 miles
    Test number
    614138802461
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail67,227 miles (+13,177)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,227 miles
    Test number
    989454911457
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass54,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,050 miles
    Test number
    519601440350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    285917478874
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about LP17 ZHT

Does LP17 ZHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP17 ZHT is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP17 ZHT?
The MOT on LP17 ZHT 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 LP17 ZHT done?
LP17 ZHT was recorded at 125,678 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 14,375 miles a year.
Has LP17 ZHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP17 ZHT has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LP17 ZHT 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 LP17 ZHT find?
LP17 ZHT passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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