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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LB05 WDPMOT history

LB05 WDP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 102,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,749 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 WDP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 WDP was last recorded at 102,749 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,738 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,749 miles
  • 2025 – 96,161 miles
  • 2024 – 89,938 miles
  • 2023 – 83,753 miles
  • 2022 – 77,863 miles
  • 2021 – 73,849 miles
  • 2020 – 72,849 miles
  • 2019 – 70,582 miles
  • 2018 – 63,997 miles
  • 2017 – 60,362 miles
  • 2016 – 56,844 miles
  • 2015 – 52,306 miles
  • 2014 – 47,963 miles
  • 2013 – 43,853 miles
  • 2012 – 40,580 miles
  • 2011 – 36,923 miles
  • 2010 – 33,732 miles
  • 2009 – 27,729 miles
  • 2008 – 22,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,749 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front droplinks (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly chafed Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective lens letting in water

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,749 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,749 miles
    Test number
    622651967466
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail102,738 miles (+6,577)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,738 miles
    Test number
    895098603565
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass96,161 miles (+6,223)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,161 miles
    Test number
    348876563318
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,938 miles (+6)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    89,938 miles
    Test number
    953615022537
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective lens letting in water (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both)(cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail89,932 miles (+6,179)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,932 miles
    Test number
    994762198986
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective lens letting in water (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both)(cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass83,753 miles (+5,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,753 miles
    Test number
    724026364040
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass77,863 miles (+4,014)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,863 miles
    Test number
    178206869540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,849 miles (+5)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,849 miles
    Test number
    896058250678
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Fail73,844 miles (+995)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,844 miles
    Test number
    312150302555
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear disc has been very hot
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Pass72,849 miles (+2,267)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,849 miles
    Test number
    578848851187
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass70,582 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,582 miles
    Test number
    380592633764
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail70,579 miles (+6,582)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,579 miles
    Test number
    728078278795
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass63,997 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,997 miles
    Test number
    704414945853
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked/damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump has a light misting of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail63,992 miles (+3,630)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,992 miles
    Test number
    651158597014
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked/damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump has a light misting of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass60,362 miles (+3,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,362 miles
    Test number
    639432379088
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front droplinks (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass56,844 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,844 miles
    Test number
    571207387761
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front droplinks (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail56,841 miles (+4,535)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,841 miles
    Test number
    842965466277
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front droplinks (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass52,306 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,306 miles
    Test number
    102839902468
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front droplink (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail52,303 miles (+4,340)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,303 miles
    Test number
    157896251293
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front droplink (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass47,963 miles (+4,110)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    47,963 miles
    Test number
    239060824239
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail43,853 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,853 miles
    Test number
    238164693442
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass43,853 miles (+3,273)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,853 miles
    Test number
    465194193187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass40,580 miles (+3,657)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    40,580 miles
    Test number
    295023312221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,923 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,923 miles
    Test number
    269122721251
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Fail36,923 miles (+3,191)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,923 miles
    Test number
    678272221261
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass33,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,732 miles
    Test number
    124444290138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,732 miles (+6,003)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,732 miles
    Test number
    603964790174
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  28. Pass27,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    27,729 miles
    Test number
    311932309229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail27,729 miles (+4,958)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,729 miles
    Test number
    960672909286
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass22,771 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    22,771 miles
    Test number
    820912118202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB05 WDP

Does LB05 WDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 WDP is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 WDP?
The MOT on LB05 WDP is valid until 12 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 WDP done?
LB05 WDP was recorded at 102,749 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 4,444 miles a year.
Has LB05 WDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 WDP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 WDP 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 WDP find?
LB05 WDP passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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