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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB05 OEEMOT history

LB05 OEE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 161,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2026
Mileage
161,016 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 OEE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 OEE was last recorded at 161,016 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 2,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,700 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,316 miles
Average per year
7,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,016 miles
  • 2025 – 158,700 miles
  • 2024 – 154,149 miles
  • 2023 – 146,592 miles
  • 2022 – 128,864 miles
  • 2021 – 113,838 miles
  • 2020 – 103,948 miles
  • 2019 – 96,527 miles
  • 2018 – 89,255 miles
  • 2017 – 83,259 miles
  • 2016 – 79,375 miles
  • 2015 – 74,682 miles
  • 2014 – 69,841 miles
  • 2013 – 61,085 miles
  • 2012 – 54,624 miles
  • 2011 – 47,279 miles
  • 2010 – 40,024 miles
  • 2009 – 33,570 miles
  • 2008 – 25,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,016 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both patterns very poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack in left hand side of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edging off badly inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes splitting (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.

  • Nearside Rear brake disc back plate missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted dent inner rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion on both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack in windscreen left hand side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,016 miles (+2,316)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,016 miles
    Test number
    874894005793
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both patterns very poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack in left hand side of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edging off badly inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass158,700 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,700 miles
    Test number
    962282025778
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack in windscreen left hand side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion on both fronts (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail158,700 miles (+4,551)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,700 miles
    Test number
    734485222403
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack in windscreen left hand side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion on both fronts (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,149 miles (+7,557)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    154,149 miles
    Test number
    567443989252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on inner sidewall slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,592 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    146,592 miles
    Test number
    254950164680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc back plate missing

  6. Fail146,587 miles (+17,723)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,587 miles
    Test number
    490867429414
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc back plate missing

  7. Pass128,864 miles (+95)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    128,864 miles
    Test number
    174839343543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail128,769 miles (+14,931)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,769 miles
    Test number
    371850427782
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside 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 projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass113,838 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,838 miles
    Test number
    692511161233
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside & nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp illuminate with lamps (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backplate missing
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail113,838 miles (+9,890)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,838 miles
    Test number
    698889478586
    • 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside & nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp illuminate with lamps (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backplate missing
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass103,948 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,948 miles
    Test number
    321282792770
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen

  12. Fail103,946 miles (+7,419)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,946 miles
    Test number
    976069800007
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake dust shield deteriorated and rubbing against disc.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen

  13. Pass96,527 miles (+7,272)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,527 miles
    Test number
    878466102275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,255 miles (+5,996)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,255 miles
    Test number
    935665252845
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front droplink dust boots perishing
    • AdvisoryWear to front brake discs
    • AdvisoryWear to front brake discs
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  15. Pass83,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,259 miles
    Test number
    682402714901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,259 miles (+3,884)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,259 miles
    Test number
    559788224639
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass79,375 miles (+4,693)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    558481147988
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to NSR and OSR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass74,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,682 miles
    Test number
    378300445116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,682 miles (+4,841)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,682 miles
    Test number
    965099035129
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass69,841 miles (+8,756)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    259990674487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,085 miles (+6,461)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,085 miles
    Test number
    909431253141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,624 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,624 miles
    Test number
    489263852106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,279 miles (+7,255)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,279 miles
    Test number
    705878641156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    494040360152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,024 miles (+6,454)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    952200660185
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  26. Pass33,570 miles (+8,006)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,570 miles
    Test number
    292141769410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail25,564 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,564 miles
    Test number
    113532678107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

  28. Pass25,564 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,564 miles
    Test number
    420472978120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Questions about LB05 OEE

Does LB05 OEE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 OEE expired on 20 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 OEE?
The MOT on LB05 OEE expired on 20 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 OEE done?
LB05 OEE was recorded at 161,016 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 7,425 miles a year.
Has LB05 OEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 OEE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 OEE 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 OEE find?
LB05 OEE failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm front bush; nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, and 11 more.

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