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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

X31 LXLMOT history

X31 LXL is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 195,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

X31 LXL red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
195,226 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X31 LXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X31 LXL was last recorded at 195,226 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 5,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,951 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,275 miles
Average per year
9,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,226 miles
  • 2025 – 189,951 miles
  • 2024 – 184,104 miles
  • 2022 – 179,409 miles
  • 2021 – 170,020 miles
  • 2020 – 167,968 miles
  • 2019 – 162,003 miles
  • 2018 – 152,598 miles
  • 2017 – 143,970 miles
  • 2016 – 133,324 miles
  • 2015 – 122,409 miles
  • 2014 – 111,190 miles
  • 2013 – 89,976 miles
  • 2012 – 68,407 miles
  • 2011 – 48,829 miles
  • 2010 – 38,745 miles
  • 2009 – 29,175 miles
  • 2008 – 20,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,226 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,226 miles (+5,275)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    195,226 miles
    Test number
    928949368578
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass189,951 miles (+5,847)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    189,951 miles
    Test number
    418872355414
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass184,104 miles (+4,695)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    184,104 miles
    Test number
    301313540916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass179,409 miles (+9,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    179,409 miles
    Test number
    410309189445
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass170,020 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    170,020 miles
    Test number
    365187227401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass167,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    167,968 miles
    Test number
    285171805337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail167,968 miles (+5,965)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,968 miles
    Test number
    725996828709
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass162,003 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    162,003 miles
    Test number
    965592383264
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in zone a and zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner side wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail162,003 miles (+9,405)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,003 miles
    Test number
    882783759759
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in zone a and zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner side wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass152,598 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    152,598 miles
    Test number
    674685281205
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A less 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Fail152,598 miles (+8,628)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,598 miles
    Test number
    616864958960
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A less 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  12. Pass143,970 miles (+10,646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    143,970 miles
    Test number
    629860397055
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre warn inner edge
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre warn uneven
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre warn inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre warn uneven

  13. Pass133,324 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    133,324 miles
    Test number
    997352307845
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail133,324 miles (+10,915)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,324 miles
    Test number
    797218078069
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass122,409 miles (+84)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    122,409 miles
    Test number
    429830725176
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail122,325 miles (+11,135)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,325 miles
    Test number
    627578015133
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Electronic stability system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass111,190 miles (+21,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,190 miles
    Test number
    719178644157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass89,976 miles (+21,569)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,976 miles
    Test number
    555530953110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre wearing out of shape on inside edges

  19. Pass68,407 miles (+19,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,407 miles
    Test number
    368601672186
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass48,829 miles (+10,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,829 miles
    Test number
    336200281119
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass38,745 miles (+9,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,745 miles
    Test number
    854604850170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass29,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,175 miles
    Test number
    832948489182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,175 miles (+8,281)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,175 miles
    Test number
    232718389164
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass20,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,894 miles
    Test number
    881537298166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X31 LXL

Does X31 LXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X31 LXL is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X31 LXL?
The MOT on X31 LXL is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X31 LXL done?
X31 LXL was recorded at 195,226 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 9,963 miles a year.
Has X31 LXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X31 LXL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on X31 LXL 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 X31 LXL find?
X31 LXL passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides, and 1 more.

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