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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LS07 XEFMOT history

LS07 XEF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

LS07 XEF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,061 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS07 XEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS07 XEF was last recorded at 106,061 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 7,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,493 miles · 27 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,568 miles
Average per year
5,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,061 miles
  • 2025 – 98,493 miles
  • 2024 – 91,715 miles
  • 2023 – 87,526 miles
  • 2022 – 81,054 miles
  • 2021 – 77,472 miles
  • 2020 – 72,570 miles
  • 2019 – 67,671 miles
  • 2017 – 57,446 miles
  • 2016 – 52,389 miles
  • 2015 – 48,302 miles
  • 2014 – 44,397 miles
  • 2013 – 34,528 miles
  • 2012 – 27,865 miles
  • 2010 – 17,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,061 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,061 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,061 miles
    Test number
    918974220941
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail106,061 miles (+7,568)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,061 miles
    Test number
    802066905596
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass98,493 miles (+6,778)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    98,493 miles
    Test number
    744873243972
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass91,715 miles (+4,189)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,715 miles
    Test number
    847050633613
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  5. Pass87,526 miles (+6,472)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,526 miles
    Test number
    906942568690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,054 miles (+3,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,054 miles
    Test number
    613485603334
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass77,472 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,472 miles
    Test number
    146658514491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged. (7.1.2 (d))
  8. Fail77,472 miles (+4,902)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,472 miles
    Test number
    198749821384
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Windscreen wipers worn/perishing , causing smearing and streaking. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged. (7.1.2 (d))
  9. Pass72,570 miles (+4,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    72,570 miles
    Test number
    294413390412
    • AdvisoryN/s/front seat buckle cover missing
  10. Pass67,671 miles (+10,225)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,671 miles
    Test number
    217098883022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,446 miles
    Test number
    465181675649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
  12. Fail57,445 miles (+5,056)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,445 miles
    Test number
    270333693143
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick un-even wear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
  13. Pass52,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    52,389 miles
    Test number
    180433047787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,389 miles (+4,087)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,389 miles
    Test number
    707992567442
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  15. Pass48,302 miles (+3,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,302 miles
    Test number
    956103255118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass44,397 miles (+9,869)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,397 miles
    Test number
    298493134162
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePassenger front seat belt latch outer casing missing but does secure or release
  17. Fail34,528 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,528 miles
    Test number
    105073763077
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  18. Pass34,528 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,528 miles
    Test number
    777153263065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,865 miles (+10,791)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,865 miles
    Test number
    259311062058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front locking mechanism damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load
  20. Pass17,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,074 miles
    Test number
    620838780130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail17,074 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,074 miles
    Test number
    194288780117
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about LS07 XEF

Does LS07 XEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS07 XEF is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS07 XEF?
The MOT on LS07 XEF is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS07 XEF done?
LS07 XEF was recorded at 106,061 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 5,486 miles a year.
Has LS07 XEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS07 XEF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS07 XEF 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 XEF find?
LS07 XEF passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 1 more.

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