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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LR11 XBKMOT history

LR11 XBK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 168,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LR11 XBK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
168,028 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR11 XBK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR11 XBK was last recorded at 168,028 miles on 7 May 2026, 5,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,914 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,114 miles
Average per year
9,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,028 miles
  • 2025 – 162,914 miles
  • 2024 – 157,872 miles
  • 2023 – 151,418 miles
  • 2022 – 144,622 miles
  • 2021 – 132,043 miles
  • 2020 – 121,355 miles
  • 2019 – 107,962 miles
  • 2018 – 95,647 miles
  • 2017 – 83,970 miles
  • 2016 – 72,995 miles
  • 2015 – 63,035 miles
  • 2014 – 52,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,028 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,028 miles (+5,114)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    168,028 miles
    Test number
    797936995848
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,914 miles (+5,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,914 miles
    Test number
    472697356870
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass157,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    157,872 miles
    Test number
    879296252943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail157,872 miles (+6,454)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,872 miles
    Test number
    311311537775
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass151,418 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    151,418 miles
    Test number
    543639400219
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail151,413 miles (+6,791)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,413 miles
    Test number
    855651263870
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,622 miles (+12,579)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    144,622 miles
    Test number
    384174684115
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre feathered and starting to wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight smear from front wiper blades

  8. Pass132,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    132,043 miles
    Test number
    726785556083
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorated

  9. Fail132,043 miles (+10,688)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,043 miles
    Test number
    321306107074
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre inflation light on

  10. Pass121,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    992270418932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,355 miles (+13,393)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    552937639885
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass107,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    107,962 miles
    Test number
    229176262072
    • AdvisoryBoth front console bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded

  13. Fail107,962 miles (+12,315)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,962 miles
    Test number
    951449859662
    • MajorOffside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front console bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass95,647 miles (+11,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,647 miles
    Test number
    353450192219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass83,970 miles (+10,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,970 miles
    Test number
    700052550576
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear wearing out of shape (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass72,995 miles (+9,960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,995 miles
    Test number
    875328856998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass63,035 miles (+10,206)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,035 miles
    Test number
    578573585036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,829 miles
    Test number
    659304384084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail52,829 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,829 miles
    Test number
    717564984010
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LR11 XBK

Does LR11 XBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR11 XBK is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR11 XBK?
The MOT on LR11 XBK is valid until 12 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 XBK done?
LR11 XBK was recorded at 168,028 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 9,507 miles a year.
Has LR11 XBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR11 XBK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR11 XBK 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 XBK find?
LR11 XBK passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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