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Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

LS07 XCUMOT history

LS07 XCU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 181,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

LS07 XCU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
181,816 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS07 XCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS07 XCU was last recorded at 181,816 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,874 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
942 miles
Average per year
7,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,816 miles
  • 2023 – 179,220 miles
  • 2022 – 175,918 miles
  • 2021 – 173,779 miles
  • 2020 – 170,103 miles
  • 2019 – 167,154 miles
  • 2018 – 165,491 miles
  • 2017 – 163,154 miles
  • 2016 – 154,898 miles
  • 2015 – 141,881 miles
  • 2014 – 126,760 miles
  • 2013 – 112,279 miles
  • 2012 – 98,235 miles
  • 2011 – 84,898 miles
  • 2010 – 66,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,816 miles
  • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside & offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp/sleeve defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central clamp/sleeve defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,816 miles (+942)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    181,816 miles
    Test number
    502634230258
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside & offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp/sleeve defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass180,874 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    180,874 miles
    Test number
    843841753771
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central clamp/sleeve defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail180,874 miles (+1,654)1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,874 miles
    Test number
    640053925055
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake lining(s) missing brake pad lining broken up and partially missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central clamp/sleeve defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass179,220 miles (+3,302)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    179,220 miles
    Test number
    167976311506
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass175,918 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,918 miles
    Test number
    809649711445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail175,912 miles (+2,133)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,912 miles
    Test number
    239684614005
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass173,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    173,779 miles
    Test number
    931534009282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail173,779 miles (+3,676)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,779 miles
    Test number
    498457096877
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass170,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    170,103 miles
    Test number
    747943886491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail170,099 miles (+2,945)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,099 miles
    Test number
    392719118883
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass167,154 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,154 miles
    Test number
    431458635863
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail167,150 miles (+1,659)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,150 miles
    Test number
    535354476299
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass165,491 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    165,491 miles
    Test number
    702883899000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail165,488 miles (+2,334)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,488 miles
    Test number
    689110728905
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass163,154 miles (+8,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    163,154 miles
    Test number
    101670086254
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass154,898 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    154,898 miles
    Test number
    937679411955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail154,895 miles (+13,014)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,895 miles
    Test number
    603761961562
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass141,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    141,881 miles
    Test number
    376766845185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail141,881 miles (+15,121)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,881 miles
    Test number
    426136645166
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass126,760 miles (+14,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    126,760 miles
    Test number
    229320544492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass112,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    112,279 miles
    Test number
    646948523104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail112,279 miles (+14,044)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,279 miles
    Test number
    457098223105
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass98,235 miles (+13,337)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,235 miles
    Test number
    876318712164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass84,898 miles (+18,377)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,898 miles
    Test number
    838603741178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    66,521 miles
    Test number
    801025470104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS07 XCU

Does LS07 XCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS07 XCU is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS07 XCU?
The MOT on LS07 XCU is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS07 XCU done?
LS07 XCU was recorded at 181,816 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 7,447 miles a year.
Has LS07 XCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS07 XCU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS07 XCU 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 LS07 XCU find?
LS07 XCU passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside & offside; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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