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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LB05 PYAMOT history

LB05 PYA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 101,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
101,797 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 PYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 PYA was last recorded at 101,797 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 12,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,469 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
12,328 miles
Average per year
4,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,797 miles
  • 2025 – 89,469 miles
  • 2024 – 79,523 miles
  • 2023 – 71,365 miles
  • 2022 – 64,928 miles
  • 2021 – 60,261 miles
  • 2020 – 57,807 miles
  • 2019 – 54,421 miles
  • 2018 – 50,488 miles
  • 2017 – 47,180 miles
  • 2016 – 43,864 miles
  • 2015 – 42,792 miles
  • 2014 – 41,967 miles
  • 2013 – 41,360 miles
  • 2012 – 41,095 miles
  • 2011 – 39,360 miles
  • 2010 – 37,400 miles
  • 2009 – 34,075 miles
  • 2008 – 26,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,797 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside 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 (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 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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,797 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    101,797 miles
    Test number
    238836539245
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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 (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. Fail101,797 miles (+12,328)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,797 miles
    Test number
    552091804716
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,469 miles (+9,946)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,469 miles
    Test number
    695167022354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,523 miles (+8,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,523 miles
    Test number
    611759872578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  5. Pass71,365 miles (+6,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,365 miles
    Test number
    399423604402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass64,928 miles (+4,667)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,928 miles
    Test number
    295627231245
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  7. Pass60,261 miles (+2,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,261 miles
    Test number
    737440599039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  8. Pass57,807 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    57,807 miles
    Test number
    630620302307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,421 miles
    Test number
    974367526720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail54,421 miles (+3,933)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,421 miles
    Test number
    718005192733
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass50,488 miles (+3,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    845973856823
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt stalk cover missing
  12. Pass47,180 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    47,180 miles
    Test number
    623266783960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,864 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,864 miles
    Test number
    179693695780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,792 miles (+825)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,792 miles
    Test number
    578115675159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,967 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,967 miles
    Test number
    138144084144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,360 miles (+265)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,360 miles
    Test number
    595366483159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,095 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,095 miles
    Test number
    266358582414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,360 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,360 miles
    Test number
    696569881163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,400 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,400 miles
    Test number
    144213460151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,075 miles (+7,341)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,075 miles
    Test number
    204047169409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,734 miles
    Test number
    222780678417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 PYA

Does LB05 PYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 PYA is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 PYA?
The MOT on LB05 PYA is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 PYA done?
LB05 PYA was recorded at 101,797 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,143 miles a year.
Has LB05 PYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 PYA has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 PYA 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 PYA find?
LB05 PYA passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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