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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB05 VFNMOT history

LB05 VFN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2026
Mileage
89,068 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VFN was last recorded at 89,068 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,008 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
4,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,068 miles
  • 2024 – 82,942 miles
  • 2023 – 76,126 miles
  • 2022 – 69,873 miles
  • 2021 – 63,532 miles
  • 2020 – 61,556 miles
  • 2019 – 59,192 miles
  • 2018 – 56,024 miles
  • 2017 – 52,601 miles
  • 2016 – 48,422 miles
  • 2015 – 44,396 miles
  • 2014 – 39,776 miles
  • 2013 – 35,907 miles
  • 2012 – 31,461 miles
  • 2011 – 27,603 miles
  • 2010 – 23,063 miles
  • 2009 – 17,599 miles
  • 2008 – 12,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,068 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Rear subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underside of vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,068 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,068 miles
    Test number
    970641634642
    • AdvisoryRear Rear subframe corroded

  2. Fail89,008 miles (+6,066)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,008 miles
    Test number
    787067651971
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective no pattern/beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear subframe corroded

  3. Pass82,942 miles (+114)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,942 miles
    Test number
    497001097218
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  4. Fail82,828 miles (+6,702)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,828 miles
    Test number
    762121269299
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  5. Pass76,126 miles (+6,253)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,126 miles
    Test number
    901079252724
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,873 miles (+6,341)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,873 miles
    Test number
    362360634119
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,532 miles (+1,976)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,532 miles
    Test number
    624722671285
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens starting to deteriorate (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear rubber suspension bushes are starting to age perish and have fine surface cracks forming.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil seeps

  8. Pass61,556 miles (+2,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,556 miles
    Test number
    949886423690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass59,192 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    59,192 miles
    Test number
    303201015043
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail59,192 miles (+3,168)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,192 miles
    Test number
    383019440554
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass56,024 miles (+3,423)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,024 miles
    Test number
    736251355821
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp lens starting to craze and deterioate (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass52,601 miles (+4,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,601 miles
    Test number
    101745108427
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens deteriroated (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass48,422 miles (+4,026)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,422 miles
    Test number
    295751442706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,396 miles (+4,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,396 miles
    Test number
    877608165156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass39,776 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,776 miles
    Test number
    657185474100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail39,727 miles (+3,820)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,727 miles
    Test number
    775410774136
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass35,907 miles (+4,446)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,907 miles
    Test number
    289712183461
    • NoteNearside headlamp fixing brackets have damage. (secured in with duct tape ) seams secure aim correct at present .

  18. Pass31,461 miles (+3,858)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,461 miles
    Test number
    995776962114
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass27,603 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    27,603 miles
    Test number
    166244771109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,063 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    23,063 miles
    Test number
    562530980103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,599 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    17,599 miles
    Test number
    442811989118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    12,365 miles
    Test number
    904735288132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VFN

Does LB05 VFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VFN expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VFN?
The MOT on LB05 VFN expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VFN done?
LB05 VFN was recorded at 89,068 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 4,584 miles a year.
Has LB05 VFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VFN has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 VFN 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 VFN find?
LB05 VFN passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: rear rear subframe corroded.

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