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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB05 EPCMOT history

LB05 EPC is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 171,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
171,767 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EPC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EPC was last recorded at 171,767 miles on 25 Nov 2022, 85 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,682 miles · 16 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
85 miles
Average per year
8,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 171,767 miles
  • 2021 – 164,804 miles
  • 2020 – 160,108 miles
  • 2018 – 145,256 miles
  • 2017 – 135,218 miles
  • 2016 – 125,636 miles
  • 2015 – 113,332 miles
  • 2014 – 100,951 miles
  • 2013 – 88,352 miles
  • 2012 – 80,934 miles
  • 2011 – 73,927 miles
  • 2010 – 65,798 miles
  • 2009 – 58,137 miles
  • 2008 – 46,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,767 miles
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S AND N/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYS DETERIORATEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear EVIDENCE OF BRAKE BIND , BRAKE MAINTAINANCE ADVISEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test REAR SEATSRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 DETERIORATED

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISCS/PADS WORN

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR AXLE BEAM AND MOUNTING AREAS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,767 miles (+85)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    171,767 miles
    Test number
    927582766606
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S AND N/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYS DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear EVIDENCE OF BRAKE BIND , BRAKE MAINTAINANCE ADVISED
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test REAR SEATS

  2. Fail171,682 miles (+6,878)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,682 miles
    Test number
    445337354970
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S AND N/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYS DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear EVIDENCE OF BRAKE BIND , BRAKE MAINTAINANCE ADVISED
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test REAR SEATS

  3. Pass164,804 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    164,804 miles
    Test number
    742028225174
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISCS/PADS WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR AXLE BEAM AND MOUNTING AREAS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail164,801 miles (+4,693)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,801 miles
    Test number
    894150289084
    • MajorEmissions not tested ENGINE FAULT LIGHT DISPLAYED/ENGINE ROUGH RUNNING (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE EMISSION FAULT WARNING DISPLAYED
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened DISCS/PADS WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR AXLE BEAM AND MOUNTING AREAS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass160,108 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    160,108 miles
    Test number
    773511630191
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED

  6. Fail160,048 miles (+14,792)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,048 miles
    Test number
    731992855438
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding REARS (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED

  7. Pass145,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    145,256 miles
    Test number
    459106730560
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMIL indicating a malfunction.

  8. Fail145,255 miles (+10,037)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,255 miles
    Test number
    994513884223
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure Not located in saddle (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMIL indicating a malfunction.

  9. Pass135,218 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    135,218 miles
    Test number
    408544852347
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Fail135,217 miles (+9,581)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,217 miles
    Test number
    802571163748
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Pass125,636 miles (+12,304)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    125,636 miles
    Test number
    435653316174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,332 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    113,332 miles
    Test number
    454549192210
    • AdvisoryEngine check light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly

  13. Fail113,329 miles (+12,378)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,329 miles
    Test number
    581773696154
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine check light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly

  14. Pass100,951 miles (+12,599)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    100,951 miles
    Test number
    537668214398
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass88,352 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    429082813386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,349 miles (+7,415)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,349 miles
    Test number
    969745203304
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass80,934 miles (+7,007)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    80,934 miles
    Test number
    227620112353
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  18. Pass73,927 miles (+8,129)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,927 miles
    Test number
    116236911345
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteMirror cover slighty damage

  19. Pass65,798 miles (+7,661)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,798 miles
    Test number
    671422300344
    • NoteEML Light on
    • NoteRear shock shields insecure

  20. Pass58,137 miles (+11,635)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,137 miles
    Test number
    304946009348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,502 miles (+2,894)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,502 miles
    Test number
    854429608312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    513629848198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,608 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    564609248109
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 EPC

Does LB05 EPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EPC expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EPC?
The MOT on LB05 EPC expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EPC done?
LB05 EPC was recorded at 171,767 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2022, an average of 8,842 miles a year.
Has LB05 EPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EPC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 EPC 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 LB05 EPC find?
LB05 EPC passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s; exhaust sys deteriorated; nearside rear evidence of brake bind , brake maintainance advised, and 1 more.

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