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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

X3 JLFMOT history

X3 JLF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 168,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

X3 JLF silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
168,469 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 JLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 JLF was last recorded at 168,469 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,469 miles · 24 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,469 miles
  • 2025 – 164,345 miles
  • 2024 – 159,852 miles
  • 2023 – 157,170 miles
  • 2022 – 151,812 miles
  • 2021 – 145,843 miles
  • 2020 – 138,830 miles
  • 2019 – 127,024 miles
  • 2018 – 113,916 miles
  • 2017 – 99,040 miles
  • 2016 – 85,620 miles
  • 2015 – 72,161 miles
  • 2014 – 55,451 miles
  • 2013 – 45,524 miles
  • 2012 – 28,265 miles
  • 2011 – 16,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,469 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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    168,469 miles
    Test number
    798594881542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail168,469 miles (+4,124)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,469 miles
    Test number
    630669178246
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass164,345 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    164,345 miles
    Test number
    487153039705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail164,344 miles (+4,492)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,344 miles
    Test number
    118644243041
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass159,852 miles (+2,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    159,852 miles
    Test number
    197436613129
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass157,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    157,170 miles
    Test number
    840998028525
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail157,170 miles (+5,358)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,170 miles
    Test number
    351554606906
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass151,812 miles (+5,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    151,812 miles
    Test number
    387929291747
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass145,843 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    145,843 miles
    Test number
    208890044270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail145,842 miles (+7,012)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,842 miles
    Test number
    740318808470
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  11. Pass138,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,830 miles
    Test number
    788969816262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail138,830 miles (+11,806)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,830 miles
    Test number
    500622262825
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass127,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,024 miles
    Test number
    500655576618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail127,024 miles (+13,108)2 dangerous1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,024 miles
    Test number
    395816048170
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass113,916 miles (+14,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,916 miles
    Test number
    995932483875
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass99,040 miles (+13,420)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    99,040 miles
    Test number
    256612024844
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes are both binding slightly

  17. Pass85,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,620 miles
    Test number
    230067308328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,620 miles (+13,459)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,620 miles
    Test number
    615141650849
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass72,161 miles (+16,710)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,161 miles
    Test number
    386756965146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,451 miles (+9,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,451 miles
    Test number
    506505974193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass45,524 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,524 miles
    Test number
    315212763477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,233 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,233 miles
    Test number
    336585313104
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Fail41,233 miles (+12,968)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,233 miles
    Test number
    256625113483
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass28,265 miles (+12,065)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,265 miles
    Test number
    239846412465
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass16,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,200 miles
    Test number
    208950231114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 JLF

Does X3 JLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 JLF is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 JLF?
The MOT on X3 JLF is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 JLF done?
X3 JLF was recorded at 168,469 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 10,066 miles a year.
Has X3 JLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 JLF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 JLF 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 X3 JLF find?
X3 JLF passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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