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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

Y15 LAMMOT history

Y15 LAM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 126,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

Y15 LAM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
126,105 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 LAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 LAM was last recorded at 126,105 miles on 14 May 2026, 16,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,505 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
16,600 miles
Average per year
8,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,105 miles
  • 2025 – 109,505 miles
  • 2024 – 87,195 miles
  • 2023 – 83,884 miles
  • 2022 – 80,113 miles
  • 2021 – 77,385 miles
  • 2020 – 76,096 miles
  • 2019 – 70,220 miles
  • 2018 – 59,578 miles
  • 2017 – 48,882 miles
  • 2016 – 40,363 miles
  • 2015 – 32,672 miles
  • 2014 – 24,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,105 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front number plate faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,105 miles (+16,600)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,105 miles
    Test number
    117741491630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,505 miles (+22,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    109,505 miles
    Test number
    577864845286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass87,195 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    483380507462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,189 miles (+3,305)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,189 miles
    Test number
    499962687839
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass83,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,884 miles
    Test number
    190122899209
    • AdvisoryFront number plate faded
  6. Fail83,884 miles (+3,771)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,884 miles
    Test number
    705988714106
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate faded
  7. Pass80,113 miles (+2,728)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    702156622838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,385 miles (+1,289)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    77,385 miles
    Test number
    811433845104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,096 miles (+5,876)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,096 miles
    Test number
    215917969135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Very Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Rear Facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Illuminated
  10. Pass70,220 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,220 miles
    Test number
    566871659272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seatbelt Slow To Return
  11. Fail70,220 miles (+10,642)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,220 miles
    Test number
    743421946156
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seatbelt Slow To Return
  12. Pass59,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,578 miles
    Test number
    115200224968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,578 miles (+10,696)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,578 miles
    Test number
    361748485000
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass48,882 miles (+8,519)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,882 miles
    Test number
    370925532255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,363 miles (+7,691)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    40,363 miles
    Test number
    105128521436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,672 miles (+7,965)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,672 miles
    Test number
    316172985125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    24,707 miles
    Test number
    578174374138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,707 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,707 miles
    Test number
    725864174107
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about Y15 LAM

Does Y15 LAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y15 LAM is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y15 LAM?
The MOT on Y15 LAM is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y15 LAM done?
Y15 LAM was recorded at 126,105 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 8,528 miles a year.
Has Y15 LAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 LAM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y15 LAM 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 Y15 LAM find?
Y15 LAM passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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