VOLKSWAGEN GOLF L21GUF has 18 MOTs

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This 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF has Passed 12 MOTs and Failed 6 times since 2015

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 139,762 miles 3 months ago on Friday 20th February 2026 at 16:07.

The current MOT will expire in 9 months on Thursday 25th February 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 11 months on Saturday 1st May 2027.

L21GUF MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED25TH FEBRUARY 2027139,762 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Registration Plate Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread Rear Number Plate In Poor Condition (0.1 (b))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Coil Spring Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
FAILED20TH FEBRUARY 2026139,759 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Malfunctioning Or Obviously Inoperative Tpms Light On Dash (5.2.3 (h))
  2. MAJOR - Anti-Lock Braking System Warning Lamp Indicates An Abs Fault Abs / Traction Control Light On Dash (1.6 (b))
  3. ADVISORY - Registration Plate Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread Rear Number Plate In Poor Condition (0.1 (b))
  4. ADVISORY - Rear Coil Spring Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
PASSED26TH FEBRUARY 202525TH FEBRUARY 2026132,583 MI
PASSED1ST FEBRUARY 20247TH FEBRUARY 2025125,451 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Central Exhaust Mounting Defective Center Exhaust Clamp Corroded And Broken (6.1.2 (a))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Anti-Roll Bar Attachment Bracket/mounting Damaged But Its Strength Is Not Seriously Reduced Both Rear Anti Roll Bar D-Bushes Worn And Slightly Un Bonding X2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Service Brake Binding But Not Excessively Brake Slightly Binding (1.2.1 (f))
FAILED1ST FEBRUARY 2024125,450 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Engine Mil Inoperative Or Indicates A Malfunction Engine Light On Dash (8.2.1.2 (h))
  2. ADVISORY - Central Exhaust Mounting Defective Center Exhaust Clamp Corroded And Broken (6.1.2 (a))
  3. ADVISORY - Rear Anti-Roll Bar Attachment Bracket/mounting Damaged But Its Strength Is Not Seriously Reduced Both Rear Anti Roll Bar D-Bushes Worn And Slightly Un Bonding X2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Service Brake Binding But Not Excessively Brake Slightly Binding (1.2.1 (f))
PASSED24TH JANUARY 20237TH FEBRUARY 2024116,808 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Lining(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
FAILED24TH JANUARY 2023116,808 MI
 
  1. PRS - Rear Registration Plate Inscription Illegible Durty (0.1 (b))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Lining(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
PASSED3RD FEBRUARY 20227TH FEBRUARY 2023103,253 MI
FAILED3RD FEBRUARY 2022103,253 MI
 
  1. PRS - Nearside Headlamp Aim Too Low (4.1.2 (a))
  2. PRS - Offside Headlamp Aim Too Low (4.1.2 (a))
  3. MAJOR - Nearside Rear Shock Absorbers Has A Serious Fluid Leak (5.3.2 (b))
PASSED8TH FEBRUARY 20217TH FEBRUARY 202294,814 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Service Brake Fluctuating, But Not Excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Parking Brake Only Just Met The Minimum Efficiency Requirement
PASSED29TH JANUARY 20203RD FEBRUARY 202188,324 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Central Exhaust Poor Condition
FAILED29TH JANUARY 202088,324 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Central Exhaust Poor Condition
  4. MAJOR - Nearside Front Headlamp Not Working On Dipped Beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
PASSED8TH JANUARY 20193RD FEBRUARY 202075,901 MI
PASSED1ST FEBRUARY 20183RD FEBRUARY 201962,601 MI
FAILED1ST FEBRUARY 201862,601 MI
 
  1. PRS - Nearside Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
  2. PRS - Offside Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
PASSED2ND FEBRUARY 20173RD FEBRUARY 201850,595 MI
PASSED4TH FEBRUARY 20163RD FEBRUARY 201738,768 MI
PASSED27TH JULY 201527TH JULY 201634,034 MI
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

L21GUF Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 67% | MOT Failure Rate: 33%

L21GUF MOT Comments

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L21GUF Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 139,762 miles | Average yearly mileage: 9,983 miles

L21GUF FAQs

This Volkswagen Golf with registration L21GUF was manufactured on Friday 27th July 2012 so it is currently 14 years old. Its colour is Black and it has a 2 litre Diesel engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 139,762 miles, so this Volkswagen has travelled an average of 9,983 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 18 MOTs on record for this Volkswagen Golf beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2015. We can see 6 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means L21GUF has a 67% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Volkswagen Golf has had 22 Advisories, 5 PRS Notices, 0 Minor, 5 Major, 0 Dangerous and 0 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Volkswagen Golf is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 11 months on Saturday 1st May 2027 .

Does L21GUF have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Tuesday 2nd June 2026 L21GUF does have an active MOT. Read more

Is L21GUF Taxed?

Yes, as of Tuesday 2nd June 2026 L21GUF does have Tax. Read more

When does L21GUF Tax expire?

The current Tax for L21GUF will expire in 11 months on Saturday 1st May 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does L21GUF MOT expire?

The current MOT for L21GUF will expire in 9 months on Thursday 25th February 2027. Read more

When did L21GUF have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for L21GUF was on Friday 20th February 2026 at 16:07. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has L21GUF Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 18 MOTs on record for L21GUF we can see 12 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has L21GUF Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 18 MOTs on record for L21GUF we can see 6 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 67% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is L21GUF?

L21GUF is registered as a 2012 Volkswagen Golf. Read more

How many miles has L21GUF done?

The odometer reading for L21GUF at the last MOT in February 2026 was 139,762 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 9,983 miles per year. Read more

How old is L21GUF?

The vehicle L21GUF was manufactured in 2012 so it is currently 14 years old. It was first registered on Friday 27th July 2012. Read more

What colour is L21GUF?

The official colour of L21GUF is recorded as Black. Read more

What engine does L21GUF have?

L21GUF has a 2 litre Diesel engine. Read more

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