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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 FBAMOT history

LB05 FBA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 154,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
154,249 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 FBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 FBA was last recorded at 154,249 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 8,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,029 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,220 miles
Average per year
6,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,249 miles
  • 2025 – 146,029 miles
  • 2024 – 141,277 miles
  • 2023 – 126,675 miles
  • 2021 – 124,392 miles
  • 2020 – 123,482 miles
  • 2019 – 121,246 miles
  • 2018 – 119,122 miles
  • 2017 – 117,682 miles
  • 2016 – 115,268 miles
  • 2015 – 107,726 miles
  • 2014 – 102,730 miles
  • 2013 – 89,355 miles
  • 2012 – 76,779 miles
  • 2011 – 64,303 miles
  • 2010 – 57,112 miles
  • 2008 – 32,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,249 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,249 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    154,249 miles
    Test number
    978653962119
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,249 miles (+8,220)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,249 miles
    Test number
    841999108230
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,029 miles (+4,752)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    146,029 miles
    Test number
    268934331933
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension Parts Corroded

  4. Pass141,277 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,277 miles
    Test number
    661398339165
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail141,277 miles (+14,602)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,277 miles
    Test number
    269679636156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,675 miles (+2,283)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,675 miles
    Test number
    583803361034
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass124,392 miles (+910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,392 miles
    Test number
    524564549196
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,482 miles (+2,236)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,482 miles
    Test number
    504939103981
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass121,246 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,246 miles
    Test number
    803289298737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,122 miles
    Test number
    351916200874
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail119,122 miles (+1,440)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,122 miles
    Test number
    151420650587
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass117,682 miles (+2,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,682 miles
    Test number
    664313895359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass115,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,268 miles
    Test number
    215086261452
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also tyre worn bald on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail115,268 miles (+7,542)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,268 miles
    Test number
    600613202961
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also tyre worn bald on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass107,726 miles (+4,996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,726 miles
    Test number
    948359895048
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass102,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,730 miles
    Test number
    516150354190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,730 miles (+13,375)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,730 miles
    Test number
    547300154137
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass89,355 miles (+12,576)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,355 miles
    Test number
    146892943147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    76,779 miles
    Test number
    526971152158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,779 miles (+12,476)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,779 miles
    Test number
    657391252198
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass64,303 miles (+7,191)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,303 miles
    Test number
    896928431185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,112 miles (+24,812)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    57,112 miles
    Test number
    801427240127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,300 miles
    Test number
    564564848149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,300 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,300 miles
    Test number
    823604548103
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LB05 FBA

Does LB05 FBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 FBA is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 FBA?
The MOT on LB05 FBA is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 FBA done?
LB05 FBA was recorded at 154,249 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 6,918 miles a year.
Has LB05 FBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 FBA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 FBA 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 FBA find?
LB05 FBA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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