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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

M5 LVKMOT history

M5 LVK is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

M5 LVK grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
103,445 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 LVK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 LVK was last recorded at 103,445 miles on 19 May 2026, 14,270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,175 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
14,270 miles
Average per year
7,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,445 miles
  • 2025 – 89,175 miles
  • 2024 – 78,675 miles
  • 2023 – 71,627 miles
  • 2022 – 62,326 miles
  • 2021 – 51,942 miles
  • 2020 – 46,872 miles
  • 2019 – 42,042 miles
  • 2018 – 36,153 miles
  • 2017 – 31,145 miles
  • 2016 – 26,477 miles
  • 2015 – 21,640 miles
  • 2014 – 17,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,445 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,445 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,445 miles
    Test number
    156672615227
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail103,441 miles (+14,266)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,441 miles
    Test number
    494077797813
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,175 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,175 miles
    Test number
    377455571118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail89,175 miles (+10,500)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,175 miles
    Test number
    510170913708
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass78,675 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,675 miles
    Test number
    105558312204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail78,675 miles (+7,048)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,675 miles
    Test number
    719403823548
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass71,627 miles (+9,301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    71,627 miles
    Test number
    520672507895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5 mm and worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5 mm and worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass62,326 miles (+10,384)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    62,326 miles
    Test number
    677284958484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,942 miles (+5,070)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,942 miles
    Test number
    323429088601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,872 miles (+4,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    46,872 miles
    Test number
    408141957717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Pass42,042 miles (+5,889)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    42,042 miles
    Test number
    399224904141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread and sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass36,153 miles (+5,008)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,153 miles
    Test number
    160216120966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread and side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread cracking and small cut in tread
  13. Pass31,145 miles (+4,668)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    31,145 miles
    Test number
    953420024737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread cracking
    • AdvisoryClean lean burn engine
  14. Pass26,477 miles (+4,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,477 miles
    Test number
    802681097825
    • AdvisoryTread starting to crack on both rear tyres
  15. Pass21,640 miles (+4,065)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    21,640 miles
    Test number
    398970205177
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll tyres are cracking
  16. Pass17,575 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    17,575 miles
    Test number
    669688194085
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about M5 LVK

Does M5 LVK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 LVK is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 LVK?
The MOT on M5 LVK is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 LVK done?
M5 LVK was recorded at 103,445 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 7,090 miles a year.
Has M5 LVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 LVK has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 LVK 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 M5 LVK find?
M5 LVK passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 2 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; oil leak, but not excessive.

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