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2020 Volkswagen Golf Life TDI 2.0L Diesel · L35 VDE

L35 VDE

2020 Volkswagen Golf Life TDI (2.0L, diesel). First registered 03 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 76,836 miles. MOT valid until 09 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF LIFE TDI
Year / Origin
2020 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
76,836 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2020
Engine
1968cc
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L35 VDE Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2026
  • 76,836 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

L35 VDE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 15:13
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Volkswagen Golf Life Tdi (L35 VDE) between February 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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L35 VDE Mileage History

  1. 10/02/20234,794 mi
  2. 14/01/202427,907 mi+23,113 mi
  3. 17/01/202552,939 mi+25,032 mi
  4. 24/01/202676,836 mi+23,897 mi

Average of roughly 24,392 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
97
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Previous plates for this vehicle

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YF20ECC
15/04/2026

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