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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

X3 JLMMOT history

X3 JLM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 50,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

X3 JLM blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
50,266 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 JLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 JLM was last recorded at 50,266 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 4,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,284 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,982 miles
Average per year
3,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,266 miles
  • 2025 – 45,284 miles
  • 2024 – 41,458 miles
  • 2023 – 38,829 miles
  • 2022 – 36,181 miles
  • 2021 – 33,381 miles
  • 2020 – 31,416 miles
  • 2019 – 27,450 miles
  • 2018 – 23,300 miles
  • 2017 – 18,601 miles
  • 2016 – 16,918 miles
  • 2015 – 15,564 miles
  • 2014 – 13,026 miles
  • 2013 – 9,615 miles
  • 2012 – 7,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,266 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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,266 miles (+4,982)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    50,266 miles
    Test number
    414706727051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass45,284 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    45,284 miles
    Test number
    165783523567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail45,275 miles (+3,817)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,275 miles
    Test number
    471569780135
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass41,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    41,458 miles
    Test number
    792306435373
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail41,457 miles (+2,628)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,457 miles
    Test number
    300992737471
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass38,829 miles (+2,648)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    38,829 miles
    Test number
    839588767478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,181 miles (+2,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    36,181 miles
    Test number
    566104051916
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass33,381 miles (+1,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    33,381 miles
    Test number
    635279538064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass31,416 miles (+3,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    31,416 miles
    Test number
    443740741068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass27,450 miles (+4,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    27,450 miles
    Test number
    102864392917
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass23,300 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    23,300 miles
    Test number
    352550280547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,800 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    22,800 miles
    Test number
    979078261517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    18,601 miles
    Test number
    103445705139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail18,601 miles (+1,683)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,601 miles
    Test number
    511922673835
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracking in tread

  15. Pass16,918 miles (+1,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    16,918 miles
    Test number
    431645433580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass15,564 miles (+2,538)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    15,564 miles
    Test number
    276161925072
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass13,026 miles (+3,411)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    13,026 miles
    Test number
    967117124060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail9,615 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,615 miles
    Test number
    148167833023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass9,615 miles (+2,153)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    9,615 miles
    Test number
    637917033087
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass7,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    7,462 miles
    Test number
    699472432040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 JLM

Does X3 JLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 JLM is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 JLM?
The MOT on X3 JLM is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 JLM done?
X3 JLM was recorded at 50,266 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,068 miles a year.
Has X3 JLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 JLM has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X3 JLM 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 JLM find?
X3 JLM passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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