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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB05 VFJMOT history

LB05 VFJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
153,648 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VFJ was last recorded at 153,648 miles on 31 Dec 2025, 4,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,848 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,800 miles
Average per year
6,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,648 miles
  • 2024 – 148,848 miles
  • 2023 – 143,997 miles
  • 2022 – 139,812 miles
  • 2021 – 136,717 miles
  • 2020 – 134,932 miles
  • 2019 – 132,239 miles
  • 2018 – 128,040 miles
  • 2017 – 123,061 miles
  • 2016 – 115,499 miles
  • 2015 – 108,932 miles
  • 2014 – 102,345 miles
  • 2013 – 95,604 miles
  • 2012 – 86,310 miles
  • 2011 – 76,396 miles
  • 2010 – 65,343 miles
  • 2009 – 53,106 miles
  • 2008 – 41,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,648 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,648 miles (+4,800)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    153,648 miles
    Test number
    214742967307
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,848 miles (+4,851)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    148,848 miles
    Test number
    783895028031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,997 miles (+4,185)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    143,997 miles
    Test number
    449132159086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,812 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,812 miles
    Test number
    102927274480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,717 miles
    Test number
    526458002460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail136,717 miles (+1,785)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,717 miles
    Test number
    890174401969
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread with cords exposed also on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass134,932 miles (+2,693)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,932 miles
    Test number
    854824781177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass132,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,239 miles
    Test number
    932963353771
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  9. Fail132,239 miles (+4,199)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,239 miles
    Test number
    542178206342
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  10. Pass128,040 miles (+4,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    128,040 miles
    Test number
    396943913034
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass123,061 miles (+7,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,061 miles
    Test number
    362328953098
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front brake discs inner faces and back plates deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass115,499 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    670731060415
    • AdvisoryEML warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on inner faces of front discs

  13. Fail115,499 miles (+6,567)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    968896003979
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEML warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on inner faces of front discs

  14. Pass108,932 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    448043385100
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  15. Fail108,932 miles (+6,587)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    348062285185
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  16. Pass102,345 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,345 miles
    Test number
    996212484124
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteStrong advise on rear tyres perishing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail102,345 miles (+6,741)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,345 miles
    Test number
    449461784100
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight drag on n/s/r brake
    • NoteStrong advise on rear tyres perishing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass95,604 miles (+9,294)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,604 miles
    Test number
    378862983161
    • NoteO/s/f tyre very worn on inner edge

  19. Pass86,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    406480482178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail86,310 miles (+9,914)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    255130182498
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass76,396 miles (+11,053)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,396 miles
    Test number
    237955161494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,343 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,343 miles
    Test number
    343966170140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,339 miles (+12,233)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,339 miles
    Test number
    733915470182
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass53,106 miles (+11,108)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,106 miles
    Test number
    222302389410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,998 miles
    Test number
    824574288196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VFJ

Does LB05 VFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 VFJ is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VFJ?
The MOT on LB05 VFJ is valid until 1 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 VFJ done?
LB05 VFJ was recorded at 153,648 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2025, an average of 6,381 miles a year.
Has LB05 VFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VFJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB05 VFJ 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 VFJ find?
LB05 VFJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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