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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 RSUMOT history

LB05 RSU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 54,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
54,129 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 RSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 RSU was last recorded at 54,129 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 2,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
52,010 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,119 miles
Average per year
2,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,129 miles
  • 2025 – 52,010 miles
  • 2024 – 48,626 miles
  • 2023 – 46,834 miles
  • 2022 – 45,559 miles
  • 2021 – 44,382 miles
  • 2020 – 43,439 miles
  • 2019 – 42,416 miles
  • 2018 – 41,288 miles
  • 2017 – 39,680 miles
  • 2016 – 37,634 miles
  • 2015 – 35,974 miles
  • 2014 – 31,491 miles
  • 2013 – 27,514 miles
  • 2012 – 24,507 miles
  • 2011 – 20,542 miles
  • 2010 – 16,878 miles
  • 2009 – 13,506 miles
  • 2008 – 9,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,129 miles
  • AdvisoryBonnet corroded
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,129 miles (+2,119)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    54,129 miles
    Test number
    785369679934
    • AdvisoryBonnet corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
  2. Pass52,010 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    52,010 miles
    Test number
    495213237800
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings are showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills are in showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront lower engine support bush is soft
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from ns front hub
    • AdvisoryStone chip in screen
  3. Fail52,008 miles (+3,382)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,008 miles
    Test number
    143201497728
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault tcs light on (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Eml on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Bonnet corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Image poor (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings are showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills are in showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront lower engine support bush is soft
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from ns front hub
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryStone chip in screen
  4. Pass48,626 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    48,626 miles
    Test number
    184616379409
    • AdvisoryBonnet edge has corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail48,622 miles (+1,788)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,622 miles
    Test number
    823304964779
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp is in poor condition (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBonnet edge has corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNs headlamp glass is in poor condition
  6. Pass46,834 miles (+1,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    46,834 miles
    Test number
    915946822725
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights have poor pattern
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have cuts in tread
  7. Pass45,559 miles (+1,177)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    45,559 miles
    Test number
    892728390893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,382 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    44,382 miles
    Test number
    770765108564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,439 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    43,439 miles
    Test number
    594447052156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,416 miles (+1,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,416 miles
    Test number
    966534566406
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension anti roll bar drop link boots starting to deteriorate.
  11. Pass41,288 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    41,288 miles
    Test number
    557693846625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,680 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    39,680 miles
    Test number
    718975495278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,634 miles (+1,660)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    37,634 miles
    Test number
    354964109021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,974 miles (+4,483)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,974 miles
    Test number
    255040265113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,491 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    31,491 miles
    Test number
    299245854174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,514 miles (+3,007)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,514 miles
    Test number
    559830953157
    • NoteN/S/F tyre perished, has cuts in tread and worn on edges.
  17. Pass24,507 miles (+3,965)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    24,507 miles
    Test number
    138621652141
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to perish and wear slightly out of shape
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to show signs of wear and rear discs slightly scored and rippled
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on inner edge
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass20,542 miles (+3,664)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,542 miles
    Test number
    805194051199
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear low on inner edge
  19. Pass16,878 miles (+3,372)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    16,878 miles
    Test number
    811956460149
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished and starting to wear low on inner edge.
    • NoteRear discs pitted.
  20. Pass13,506 miles (+3,668)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,506 miles
    Test number
    983181069177
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition
  21. Pass9,838 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    9,838 miles
    Test number
    781658378180
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight pitting to both rear discs

Questions about LB05 RSU

Does LB05 RSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 RSU is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 RSU?
The MOT on LB05 RSU is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 RSU done?
LB05 RSU was recorded at 54,129 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 2,465 miles a year.
Has LB05 RSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 RSU has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 RSU 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 RSU find?
LB05 RSU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: bonnet corroded; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front wing corroded, and 1 more.

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