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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LR11 AKOMOT history

LR11 AKO is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 230,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

LR11 AKO red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
230,629 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
12,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR11 AKO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR11 AKO was last recorded at 230,629 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 18,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,170 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
18,459 miles
Average per year
12,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,629 miles
  • 2025 – 212,170 miles
  • 2024 – 189,146 miles
  • 2023 – 172,765 miles
  • 2022 – 162,884 miles
  • 2021 – 155,224 miles
  • 2019 – 146,398 miles
  • 2018 – 138,661 miles
  • 2017 – 130,780 miles
  • 2016 – 114,799 miles
  • 2015 – 108,117 miles
  • 2014 – 77,544 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,629 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Under side of vehicle slightly corroded.

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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,629 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    230,629 miles
    Test number
    950124258543
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Under side of vehicle slightly corroded.
  2. Fail230,629 miles (+18,459)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,629 miles
    Test number
    467690763611
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  3. Pass212,170 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    212,170 miles
    Test number
    371059735091
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail212,170 miles (+23,024)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,170 miles
    Test number
    457215977625
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass189,146 miles (+232)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    189,146 miles
    Test number
    439809611218
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  6. Fail188,914 miles (+16,149)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,914 miles
    Test number
    261574645462
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  7. Pass172,765 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    172,765 miles
    Test number
    496447512073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Fail172,763 miles (+9,879)2 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,763 miles
    Test number
    544256035949
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass162,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    162,884 miles
    Test number
    612252557834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail162,882 miles (+7,658)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,882 miles
    Test number
    929028148401
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass155,224 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    155,224 miles
    Test number
    377327408304
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail155,224 miles (+8,826)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,224 miles
    Test number
    854066454848
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass146,398 miles (+7,737)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,398 miles
    Test number
    709053876692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  14. Pass138,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    138,661 miles
    Test number
    842924649411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail138,661 miles (+7,881)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,661 miles
    Test number
    396134618182
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  16. Pass130,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    130,780 miles
    Test number
    293189479750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail130,780 miles (+15,981)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,780 miles
    Test number
    299731285491
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  18. Pass114,799 miles (+6,682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,799 miles
    Test number
    586493155376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBonnet latch is dodgy
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar link arms have slight play
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  19. Pass108,117 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,117 miles
    Test number
    757175155166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail102,208 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,208 miles
    Test number
    145782425082
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  21. Pass102,208 miles (+24,664)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,208 miles
    Test number
    235322025066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,544 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,544 miles
    Test number
    779296134035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR11 AKO

Does LR11 AKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR11 AKO is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR11 AKO?
The MOT on LR11 AKO is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR11 AKO done?
LR11 AKO was recorded at 230,629 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 12,517 miles a year.
Has LR11 AKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR11 AKO has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR11 AKO 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 LR11 AKO find?
LR11 AKO passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear under side of vehicle slightly corroded..

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