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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

V7 LMJMOT history

V7 LMJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 83,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

V7 LMJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,745 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 LMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 LMJ was last recorded at 83,745 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 8,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,564 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,181 miles
Average per year
5,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,745 miles
  • 2025 – 75,564 miles
  • 2024 – 65,136 miles
  • 2023 – 57,384 miles
  • 2022 – 54,168 miles
  • 2021 – 51,925 miles
  • 2020 – 49,666 miles
  • 2019 – 43,924 miles
  • 2018 – 38,136 miles
  • 2016 – 30,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,745 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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 Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 21 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,745 miles (+8,181)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,745 miles
    Test number
    604541468947
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass75,564 miles (+10,428)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,564 miles
    Test number
    487914041462
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass65,136 miles (+7,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    65,136 miles
    Test number
    605268325029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass57,384 miles (+1,447)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,384 miles
    Test number
    231119727672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,937 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,937 miles
    Test number
    602753876862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,919 miles (+1,751)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,919 miles
    Test number
    194335605415
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass54,168 miles (+2,243)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,168 miles
    Test number
    510109252588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,925 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    51,925 miles
    Test number
    995990193776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,666 miles (+5,742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,666 miles
    Test number
    542983183706
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat belts.

  10. Pass43,924 miles (+5,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    43,924 miles
    Test number
    586876506197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass38,136 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    38,136 miles
    Test number
    510480156426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail38,136 miles (+7,945)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,136 miles
    Test number
    748844377130
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass30,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,191 miles
    Test number
    484133214893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,191 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,191 miles
    Test number
    901581012540
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about V7 LMJ

Does V7 LMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 LMJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 LMJ?
The MOT on V7 LMJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 LMJ done?
V7 LMJ was recorded at 83,745 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 5,384 miles a year.
Has V7 LMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 LMJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V7 LMJ 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 V7 LMJ find?
V7 LMJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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