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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LX07 VPUMOT history

LX07 VPU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 161,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

LX07 VPU grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
161,468 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX07 VPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX07 VPU was last recorded at 161,468 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 3,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,191 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,277 miles
Average per year
7,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,468 miles
  • 2025 – 158,191 miles
  • 2024 – 154,645 miles
  • 2023 – 148,017 miles
  • 2022 – 141,803 miles
  • 2021 – 135,588 miles
  • 2020 – 130,410 miles
  • 2019 – 122,972 miles
  • 2018 – 116,709 miles
  • 2017 – 107,252 miles
  • 2016 – 100,787 miles
  • 2015 – 89,573 miles
  • 2014 – 77,763 miles
  • 2012 – 54,314 miles
  • 2011 – 42,883 miles
  • 2010 – 36,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,468 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,468 miles (+3,277)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    161,468 miles
    Test number
    931004767607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass158,191 miles (+3,546)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    158,191 miles
    Test number
    990875047458
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass154,645 miles (+120)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    154,645 miles
    Test number
    615617391539
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,525 miles (+6,508)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,525 miles
    Test number
    878979991184
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))

  5. Pass148,017 miles (+6,214)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    148,017 miles
    Test number
    806595476477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    141,803 miles
    Test number
    997220105854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail141,803 miles (+6,215)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,803 miles
    Test number
    581335979264
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass135,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    135,588 miles
    Test number
    850694857019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail135,588 miles (+5,178)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,588 miles
    Test number
    110216924233
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass130,410 miles (+7,438)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    130,410 miles
    Test number
    753418204299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,972 miles (+6,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    122,972 miles
    Test number
    169035072335
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass116,709 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,709 miles
    Test number
    511906356237
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail116,709 miles (+9,457)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,709 miles
    Test number
    554624412359
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass107,252 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,252 miles
    Test number
    652300983732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,787 miles (+11,214)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,787 miles
    Test number
    719844030925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,573 miles (+11,810)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,573 miles
    Test number
    356882845081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,763 miles (+23,449)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,763 miles
    Test number
    475538344003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,314 miles (+11,431)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,314 miles
    Test number
    825309252011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,883 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,883 miles
    Test number
    928065071002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,371 miles
    Test number
    870128570075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX07 VPU

Does LX07 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX07 VPU is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX07 VPU?
The MOT on LX07 VPU is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX07 VPU done?
LX07 VPU was recorded at 161,468 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 7,868 miles a year.
Has LX07 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX07 VPU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LX07 VPU 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 VPU find?
LX07 VPU passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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