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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

LX07 JFJMOT history

LX07 JFJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2024.

LX07 JFJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2025
Mileage
97,836 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX07 JFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX07 JFJ was last recorded at 97,836 miles on 12 Oct 2024, 1,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,659 miles · 14 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,177 miles
Average per year
4,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,836 miles
  • 2023 – 96,659 miles
  • 2022 – 92,161 miles
  • 2020 – 86,663 miles
  • 2019 – 81,428 miles
  • 2018 – 76,577 miles
  • 2017 – 70,579 miles
  • 2016 – 60,716 miles
  • 2015 – 51,437 miles
  • 2014 – 44,287 miles
  • 2012 – 39,984 miles
  • 2011 – 32,109 miles
  • 2010 – 25,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,836 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,836 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,836 miles
    Test number
    127343440068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail97,836 miles (+1,177)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,836 miles
    Test number
    334474376193
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass96,659 miles (+4,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    96,659 miles
    Test number
    562901936658
    • 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))
  4. Pass92,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,161 miles
    Test number
    612546184928
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail92,157 miles (+5,494)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,157 miles
    Test number
    243407921639
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass86,663 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,663 miles
    Test number
    554890530322
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail86,588 miles (+5,160)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,588 miles
    Test number
    169848497475
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass81,428 miles (+4,851)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,428 miles
    Test number
    544142028767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,577 miles (+5,998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,577 miles
    Test number
    381487006694
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass70,579 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,579 miles
    Test number
    808909173344
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Fail70,555 miles (+9,839)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,555 miles
    Test number
    615890937242
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass60,716 miles (+9,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,716 miles
    Test number
    982190846467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Pass51,437 miles (+7,150)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,437 miles
    Test number
    625107435245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has cuts to sidewall
  14. Pass44,287 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,287 miles
    Test number
    618296324263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,285 miles (+4,301)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,285 miles
    Test number
    485715224228
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass39,984 miles (+7,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    39,984 miles
    Test number
    955885042374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass32,109 miles (+6,678)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,109 miles
    Test number
    256732921209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,431 miles
    Test number
    422075570079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX07 JFJ

Does LX07 JFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX07 JFJ expired on 13 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX07 JFJ?
The MOT on LX07 JFJ expired on 13 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX07 JFJ done?
LX07 JFJ was recorded at 97,836 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2024, an average of 4,967 miles a year.
Has LX07 JFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX07 JFJ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LX07 JFJ 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 LX07 JFJ find?
LX07 JFJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 2 more.

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