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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

V69 LCWMOT history

V69 LCW is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 64,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2023.

V69 LCW grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2024
Mileage
64,039 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V69 LCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V69 LCW was last recorded at 64,039 miles on 19 Jul 2023, 6,877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,162 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
6,877 miles
Average per year
2,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 64,039 miles
  • 2022 – 57,162 miles
  • 2021 – 50,464 miles
  • 2020 – 48,122 miles
  • 2019 – 46,352 miles
  • 2018 – 45,058 miles
  • 2017 – 43,949 miles
  • 2016 – 42,772 miles
  • 2015 – 40,999 miles
  • 2014 – 39,408 miles
  • 2013 – 37,594 miles
  • 2012 – 35,229 miles
  • 2011 – 32,940 miles
  • 2010 – 30,565 miles
  • 2009 – 28,277 miles
  • 2008 – 25,511 miles
  • 2007 – 22,611 miles
  • 2006 – 18,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,039 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,039 miles (+6,877)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    64,039 miles
    Test number
    828545546083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass57,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    57,162 miles
    Test number
    132387701017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail57,155 miles (+6,691)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,155 miles
    Test number
    148798568569
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass50,464 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,464 miles
    Test number
    180410284901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail50,457 miles (+2,335)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,457 miles
    Test number
    800182613988
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass48,122 miles (+425)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,122 miles
    Test number
    234142638629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail47,697 miles (+1,345)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,697 miles
    Test number
    529980082719
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  8. Pass46,352 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,352 miles
    Test number
    253340370645
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail46,350 miles (+1,292)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,350 miles
    Test number
    191831051085
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass45,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,058 miles
    Test number
    795949644764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail45,057 miles (+1,108)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,057 miles
    Test number
    542607309442
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass43,949 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    486074801101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & offside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail43,949 miles (+1,177)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    622428992707
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & offside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass42,772 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    949143537470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail42,772 miles (+1,773)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    583566517039
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass40,999 miles (+1,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,999 miles
    Test number
    435417245098
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass39,408 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    39,408 miles
    Test number
    286543544089
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare wheel fitted to nearside front

  18. Fail39,408 miles (+1,814)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,408 miles
    Test number
    355903944080
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass37,594 miles (+2,365)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,594 miles
    Test number
    849574043060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,229 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,229 miles
    Test number
    105350442466
    • NoteRear axle beam bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

  21. Fail35,228 miles (+2,288)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,228 miles
    Test number
    817379332009
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear axle beam bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

  22. Pass32,940 miles (+2,375)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,940 miles
    Test number
    898681441054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber slight dampness and ram slight play
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has some surface cracks

  23. Pass30,565 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,565 miles
    Test number
    810793840093
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront brakes some general wear
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber ram slight play om hydraulic slip plates

  24. Fail30,565 miles (+2,288)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,565 miles
    Test number
    141123940470
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront brakes some general wear
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber ram slight play om hydraulic slip plates

  25. Pass28,277 miles (+2,766)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    28,277 miles
    Test number
    323024149082
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre side wall has some surface cracks
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side wall has some surface cracks

  26. Pass25,511 miles (+2,900)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,511 miles
    Test number
    460155228030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have surface cracks on side walls

  27. Pass22,611 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,611 miles
    Test number
    870976027071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail22,570 miles (+3,688)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,570 miles
    Test number
    974150627092
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  29. Pass18,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,882 miles
    Test number
    163291226475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V69 LCW

Does V69 LCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V69 LCW expired on 5 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V69 LCW?
The MOT on V69 LCW expired on 5 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V69 LCW done?
V69 LCW was recorded at 64,039 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2023, an average of 2,582 miles a year.
Has V69 LCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V69 LCW has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V69 LCW 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 V69 LCW find?
V69 LCW passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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