Volkswagen Golf
Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc
LB05 ETUMOT history
LB05 ETU is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,277 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 13 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 99,277 mi
- At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 18 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 4,679 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB05 ETU
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 11 Jun 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 15 Oct 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB05 ETU was last recorded at 99,277 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 99,275 miles · 14 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 4,679 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 99,277 miles
- 2024 – 94,010 miles
- 2023 – 88,697 miles
- 2022 – 83,034 miles
- 2021 – 77,991 miles
- 2020 – 73,837 miles
- 2019 – 70,876 miles
- 2018 – 66,577 miles
- 2017 – 62,714 miles
- 2016 – 58,394 miles
- 2015 – 53,184 miles
- 2014 – 49,709 miles
- 2013 – 45,754 miles
- 2012 – 42,246 miles
- 2010 – 31,023 miles
- 2009 – 26,579 miles
- 2008 – 19,270 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass99,277 miles
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and attached components/mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryUnderbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Covers/undertrays fitted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Front tyres starting to get low and wear on edges
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Fading
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
26 tests since 9 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass99,277 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 99,277 miles
- Test number
- 806138870858
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and attached components/mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
- AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
Fail99,275 miles (+5,265)4 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,275 miles
- Test number
- 408855773821
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and attached components/mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
- AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
Pass94,010 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 94,010 miles
- Test number
- 625331401049
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded but serviceable
- AdvisoryNSF fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail94,010 miles (+5,313)4 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,010 miles
- Test number
- 981980953440
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded but serviceable
- AdvisoryNSF fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass88,697 miles (+5,663)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 88,697 miles
- Test number
- 566516363575
- AdvisoryExhaust and hangers corroded
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV boot covered in grease but no split
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyre sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear at legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Pass83,034 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 83,034 miles
- Test number
- 395891794506
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOSF bumper corner damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail83,034 miles (+5,043)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,034 miles
- Test number
- 427115098063
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOSF bumper corner damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass77,991 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 77,991 miles
- Test number
- 798848091219
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape on inner edge
- AdvisorySigns of coolant leak on rad
Fail77,991 miles (+4,154)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,991 miles
- Test number
- 447077327236
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape on inner edge
- AdvisorySigns of coolant leak on rad
Pass73,837 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 73,837 miles
- Test number
- 408699556143
- AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edges, may require tracking (5.2.3 (e))
Fail73,837 miles (+2,961)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,837 miles
- Test number
- 320920413088
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edges, may require tracking (5.2.3 (e))
Pass70,876 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 70,876 miles
- Test number
- 133750074507
- AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted
- AdvisoryFront tyres starting to get low and wear on edges
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Fading (4.1.4 (b))
Fail70,872 miles (+4,295)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,872 miles
- Test number
- 182984341662
- DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Discs lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted
- AdvisoryFront tyres starting to get low and wear on edges
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Fading (4.1.4 (b))
Pass66,577 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 66,577 miles
- Test number
- 493608141756
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components from view
Fail66,575 miles (+3,861)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,575 miles
- Test number
- 364284482951
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components from view
Pass62,714 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 62,714 miles
- Test number
- 336868252375
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Fail62,714 miles (+4,320)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,714 miles
- Test number
- 568899025736
- FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass58,394 miles (+1,375)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 58,394 miles
- Test number
- 486400859181
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,019 miles (+3,835)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2017
- Odometer
- 57,019 miles
- Test number
- 556177830110
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Pass53,184 miles (+3,475)
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2016
- Odometer
- 53,184 miles
- Test number
- 289982335454
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,709 miles (+3,955)
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2015
- Odometer
- 49,709 miles
- Test number
- 235989444448
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,754 miles (+3,508)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2014
- Odometer
- 45,754 miles
- Test number
- 829957833127
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,246 miles (+11,223)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2013
- Odometer
- 42,246 miles
- Test number
- 717889242190
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,023 miles (+4,444)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 31,023 miles
- Test number
- 334072620429
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,579 miles (+7,309)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 26,579 miles
- Test number
- 742240059249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,270 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 19,270 miles
- Test number
- 360303658464
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB05 ETU
- Does LB05 ETU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 ETU is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LB05 ETU?
- The MOT on LB05 ETU is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB05 ETU done?
- LB05 ETU was recorded at 99,277 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 4,679 miles a year.
- Has LB05 ETU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB05 ETU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on LB05 ETU 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 ETU find?
- LB05 ETU passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front fog lamp not working, and 6 more.
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