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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

LR13 LJAMOT history

LR13 LJA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 149,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LR13 LJA blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
149,347 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR13 LJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
21 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR13 LJA was last recorded at 149,347 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 24,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
124,921 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
24,426 miles
Average per year
11,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,347 miles
  • 2025 – 124,921 miles
  • 2023 – 114,656 miles
  • 2022 – 99,723 miles
  • 2021 – 89,804 miles
  • 2020 – 85,044 miles
  • 2019 – 70,413 miles
  • 2018 – 54,765 miles
  • 2017 – 41,718 miles
  • 2016 – 31,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,347 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,347 miles (+24,426)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    149,347 miles
    Test number
    5906371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,921 miles (+10,265)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    124,921 miles
    Test number
    4680720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,656 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,656 miles
    Test number
    382762428138
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail114,656 miles (+14,933)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,656 miles
    Test number
    998033993188
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass99,723 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,723 miles
    Test number
    799121637098
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail99,723 miles (+9,919)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,723 miles
    Test number
    718300464665
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass89,804 miles (+4,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    89,804 miles
    Test number
    918278268247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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. Pass85,044 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    85,044 miles
    Test number
    469919360249
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  9. Fail85,044 miles (+14,631)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,044 miles
    Test number
    609042340125
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  10. Pass70,413 miles (+15,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,413 miles
    Test number
    659452071405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer tread bald tread on 2mm 195/65/15/91V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer tread bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass54,765 miles (+13,047)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,765 miles
    Test number
    328616488178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,718 miles (+10,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,718 miles
    Test number
    775188256692
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass31,622 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,622 miles
    Test number
    772880969158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Fail31,622 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,622 miles
    Test number
    715276842426
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LR13 LJA

Does LR13 LJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR13 LJA is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR13 LJA?
The MOT on LR13 LJA is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR13 LJA done?
LR13 LJA was recorded at 149,347 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 11,163 miles a year.
Has LR13 LJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR13 LJA has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LR13 LJA 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 LR13 LJA find?
LR13 LJA passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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