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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB05 VFRMOT history

LB05 VFR is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 211,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
211,950 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VFR
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
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VFR was last recorded at 211,950 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 4,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,585 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,365 miles
Average per year
10,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,950 miles
  • 2025 – 207,585 miles
  • 2024 – 200,683 miles
  • 2023 – 182,794 miles
  • 2022 – 160,899 miles
  • 2021 – 136,905 miles
  • 2020 – 118,166 miles
  • 2019 – 99,564 miles
  • 2018 – 78,327 miles
  • 2017 – 76,148 miles
  • 2016 – 73,526 miles
  • 2015 – 70,438 miles
  • 2014 – 66,910 miles
  • 2013 – 62,877 miles
  • 2012 – 56,563 miles
  • 2011 – 37,685 miles
  • 2010 – 33,941 miles
  • 2009 – 29,931 miles
  • 2008 – 25,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,950 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge also worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mountings both sides slight surface rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass211,950 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    211,950 miles
    Test number
    823107181704
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge also worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mountings both sides slight surface rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail211,950 miles (+4,365)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,950 miles
    Test number
    851032759851
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge also worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mountings both sides slight surface rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass207,585 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    207,585 miles
    Test number
    248068415550
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML Illuminated indicating a fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail207,582 miles (+6,899)1 dangerous3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,582 miles
    Test number
    405055686698
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML Illuminated indicating a fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge very worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass200,683 miles (+75)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    200,683 miles
    Test number
    247905064269
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Fail200,608 miles (+17,814)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,608 miles
    Test number
    279576647289
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))

  7. Pass182,794 miles (+21,895)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    182,794 miles
    Test number
    726683673495
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass160,899 miles (+23,994)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    160,899 miles
    Test number
    625152296930
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass136,905 miles (+18,739)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    136,905 miles
    Test number
    289211294884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    118,166 miles
    Test number
    453886394901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,164 miles (+18,600)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,164 miles
    Test number
    872037205969
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass99,564 miles (+21,237)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    99,564 miles
    Test number
    708796322523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    351035890888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,327 miles (+2,179)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    320507038217
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass76,148 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,148 miles
    Test number
    481609874795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,526 miles (+3,088)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,526 miles
    Test number
    424090961137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,438 miles (+3,528)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,438 miles
    Test number
    578220185110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,910 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,910 miles
    Test number
    298515024222
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail66,910 miles (+4,033)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,910 miles
    Test number
    678035024283
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass62,877 miles (+6,314)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,877 miles
    Test number
    378534723255
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f lower wishbone bushes deteriating.

  21. Pass56,563 miles (+18,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    56,563 miles
    Test number
    117844422267
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass37,685 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    449964331241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,941 miles (+4,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,941 miles
    Test number
    330702600278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass29,931 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,931 miles
    Test number
    611111009255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,702 miles
    Test number
    582450308210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VFR

Does LB05 VFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 VFR is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VFR?
The MOT on LB05 VFR is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 VFR done?
LB05 VFR was recorded at 211,950 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 10,421 miles a year.
Has LB05 VFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VFR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 VFR 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 VFR find?
LB05 VFR passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge also worn; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 4 more.

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