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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

X18 LVVMOT history

X18 LVV is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2026.

X18 LVV red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
146,521 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 LVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 LVV was last recorded at 146,521 miles on 20 Sept 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,488 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
6,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,521 miles
  • 2025 – 143,126 miles
  • 2024 – 136,767 miles
  • 2023 – 128,178 miles
  • 2022 – 120,721 miles
  • 2021 – 113,572 miles
  • 2020 – 107,068 miles
  • 2019 – 93,785 miles
  • 2018 – 83,118 miles
  • 2017 – 78,445 miles
  • 2016 – 74,731 miles
  • 2015 – 70,067 miles
  • 2014 – 62,892 miles
  • 2013 – 56,591 miles
  • 2012 – 51,958 miles
  • 2011 – 43,729 miles
  • 2010 – 37,204 miles
  • 2009 – 29,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,521 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside front wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,521 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    146,521 miles
    Test number
    641704496456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail146,488 miles (+3,362)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,488 miles
    Test number
    714259955166
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass143,126 miles (+6,359)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,126 miles
    Test number
    383360495344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,767 miles (+8,589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    136,767 miles
    Test number
    391208677092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass128,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,178 miles
    Test number
    952301802240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail128,178 miles (+7,457)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,178 miles
    Test number
    548600801309
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Centre and rear exhaust leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))

  7. Pass120,721 miles (+7,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,721 miles
    Test number
    298631573884
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded

  8. Pass113,572 miles (+263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,572 miles
    Test number
    557820678211
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail113,309 miles (+6,241)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,309 miles
    Test number
    120392788859
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass107,068 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,068 miles
    Test number
    381563666316
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn on the inner edge

  11. Fail107,067 miles (+13,282)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,067 miles
    Test number
    684744312047
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn on the inner edge

  12. Pass93,785 miles (+10,667)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,785 miles
    Test number
    397086358582
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake percentage only just passing
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper arm broken

  13. Pass83,118 miles (+4,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    228967311762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass78,445 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,445 miles
    Test number
    907892375543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail78,445 miles (+3,714)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,445 miles
    Test number
    753672506557
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass74,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    178286779003
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail74,731 miles (+4,664)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    979327399008
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass70,067 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    70,067 miles
    Test number
    968051105269
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail70,054 miles (+7,162)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,054 miles
    Test number
    478469195182
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass62,892 miles (+6,301)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,892 miles
    Test number
    965413984153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,591 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    56,591 miles
    Test number
    226423273467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail56,551 miles (+4,593)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,551 miles
    Test number
    809389863103
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass51,958 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,958 miles
    Test number
    177534072145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  24. Fail51,952 miles (+8,223)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,952 miles
    Test number
    985013172121
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  25. Pass43,729 miles (+6,525)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,729 miles
    Test number
    768877741153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs worn

  26. Pass37,204 miles (+7,474)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,204 miles
    Test number
    281138230116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has minor damage to outer sidewall

  27. Pass29,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,730 miles
    Test number
    494002819164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X18 LVV

Does X18 LVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 LVV is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 LVV?
The MOT on X18 LVV is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 LVV done?
X18 LVV was recorded at 146,521 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2026, an average of 6,707 miles a year.
Has X18 LVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 LVV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 LVV 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 X18 LVV find?
X18 LVV passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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