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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB05 NZFMOT history

LB05 NZF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 168,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2026
Mileage
168,037 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 NZF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 NZF was last recorded at 168,037 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 10,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,004 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,033 miles
Average per year
7,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,037 miles
  • 2025 – 158,004 miles
  • 2024 – 153,676 miles
  • 2023 – 143,565 miles
  • 2022 – 134,159 miles
  • 2021 – 121,112 miles
  • 2020 – 111,089 miles
  • 2019 – 99,502 miles
  • 2018 – 88,496 miles
  • 2017 – 77,668 miles
  • 2016 – 69,335 miles
  • 2015 – 60,810 miles
  • 2014 – 56,121 miles
  • 2013 – 52,654 miles
  • 2012 – 48,977 miles
  • 2011 – 46,627 miles
  • 2010 – 43,547 miles
  • 2009 – 38,415 miles
  • 2008 – 33,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,037 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground (4.11 (a) (iii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor7 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,037 miles (+10,033)4 dangerous15 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,037 miles
    Test number
    804534398914
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass158,004 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    158,004 miles
    Test number
    373238313612
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect front & rear (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe, subframe, suspension components, inner sills, corroded

  3. Fail158,004 miles (+4,328)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,004 miles
    Test number
    117365043783
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect front & rear (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe, subframe, suspension components, inner sills, corroded

  4. Pass153,676 miles (+10,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    153,676 miles
    Test number
    568613781191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass143,565 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    143,565 miles
    Test number
    439353469651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail143,557 miles (+9,398)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,557 miles
    Test number
    596527209566
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working outer (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass134,159 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    134,159 miles
    Test number
    217973720220
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail134,159 miles (+13,047)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,159 miles
    Test number
    855648374325
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass121,112 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,112 miles
    Test number
    684096093366
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail121,112 miles (+10,023)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,112 miles
    Test number
    673511970906
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass111,089 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,089 miles
    Test number
    349625659568
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail111,089 miles (+11,587)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,089 miles
    Test number
    856309021969
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass99,502 miles (+731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,502 miles
    Test number
    203848356449
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail98,771 miles (+10,275)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,771 miles
    Test number
    824554621100
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting missing wheel bearing bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting missing wheel bearing bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass88,496 miles (+10,828)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,496 miles
    Test number
    894399472423
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive top of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass77,668 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,668 miles
    Test number
    189415099530
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust joint blow

  17. Fail77,592 miles (+8,257)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,592 miles
    Test number
    796394921493
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust joint blow

  18. Pass69,335 miles (+8,525)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,335 miles
    Test number
    196145974886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,810 miles (+4,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,810 miles
    Test number
    152429337697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,121 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,121 miles
    Test number
    305015104296
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on outer wall

  21. Fail56,121 miles (+3,467)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,121 miles
    Test number
    508575804211
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on outer wall

  22. Pass52,654 miles (+3,677)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,654 miles
    Test number
    466382443219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,977 miles (+2,350)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,977 miles
    Test number
    737748822286
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged

  24. Pass46,627 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,627 miles
    Test number
    479243421251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,547 miles
    Test number
    324650650267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,547 miles (+5,132)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,547 miles
    Test number
    771290150295
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass38,415 miles (+4,593)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,415 miles
    Test number
    604996519232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,822 miles
    Test number
    873932048253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 NZF

Does LB05 NZF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 NZF expired on 29 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 NZF?
The MOT on LB05 NZF expired on 29 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 NZF done?
LB05 NZF was recorded at 168,037 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 7,609 miles a year.
Has LB05 NZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 NZF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 NZF 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 NZF find?
LB05 NZF failed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 4 dangerous defects, 15 major defects, 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground; nearside front electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 21 more.

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