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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 XWCMOT history

LB05 XWC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 157,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2025
Mileage
157,579 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XWC was last recorded at 157,579 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 5,551 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,028 miles · 11 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,551 miles
Average per year
7,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,579 miles
  • 2023 – 152,028 miles
  • 2022 – 140,350 miles
  • 2021 – 131,722 miles
  • 2020 – 128,515 miles
  • 2019 – 124,001 miles
  • 2018 – 114,771 miles
  • 2017 – 111,564 miles
  • 2016 – 103,446 miles
  • 2015 – 94,539 miles
  • 2014 – 89,257 miles
  • 2013 – 82,519 miles
  • 2012 – 75,289 miles
  • 2011 – 68,592 miles
  • 2010 – 60,814 miles
  • 2009 – 51,371 miles
  • 2008 – 44,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,579 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under-body corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass157,579 miles (+5,551)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    157,579 miles
    Test number
    113375291239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass152,028 miles (+11,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    152,028 miles
    Test number
    737401507615
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass140,350 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    140,350 miles
    Test number
    605344536396
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail140,350 miles (+8,628)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,350 miles
    Test number
    133631644375
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass131,722 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,722 miles
    Test number
    922573070717
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail131,722 miles (+3,207)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,722 miles
    Test number
    294260428566
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass128,515 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,515 miles
    Test number
    610677441835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail128,512 miles (+4,511)4 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,512 miles
    Test number
    277735585320
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass124,001 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,001 miles
    Test number
    246646537764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall perished (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail123,998 miles (+9,227)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,998 miles
    Test number
    806772507220
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall perished (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass114,771 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,771 miles
    Test number
    840032040322
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels stiff when rotated by hand
    • AdvisoryUnder-body corroded

  12. Fail114,767 miles (+3,203)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,767 miles
    Test number
    847663356525
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both have multiple cuts on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body corroded

  13. Pass111,564 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,564 miles
    Test number
    516549330693
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail111,564 miles (+8,118)4 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,564 miles
    Test number
    305552424369
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass103,446 miles (+62)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    103,446 miles
    Test number
    553746011875
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi breaking up
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  16. Fail103,384 miles (+8,845)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,384 miles
    Test number
    648120774935
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi breaking up
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  17. Pass94,539 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,539 miles
    Test number
    270413963599
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail94,539 miles (+5,282)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,539 miles
    Test number
    796418892848
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass89,257 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,257 miles
    Test number
    145048064284
    • NoteFront exhaust flexable joint in poor condition/blowing

  20. Fail89,257 miles (+6,738)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,257 miles
    Test number
    409718764299
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFront exhaust flexable joint in poor condition/blowing

  21. Pass82,519 miles (+7,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    82,519 miles
    Test number
    335793763402
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  22. Pass75,289 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    75,289 miles
    Test number
    396633462462
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Fail75,289 miles (+6,697)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,289 miles
    Test number
    319292762254
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass68,592 miles (+7,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,592 miles
    Test number
    439657051213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass60,814 miles (+9,443)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    60,814 miles
    Test number
    463418650254
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass51,371 miles (+6,442)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,371 miles
    Test number
    810642969283
    • NoteFront discs corroding inner edge

  27. Pass44,929 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,929 miles
    Test number
    493742768297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 XWC

Does LB05 XWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 XWC expired on 30 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XWC?
The MOT on LB05 XWC expired on 30 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 XWC done?
LB05 XWC was recorded at 157,579 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 7,025 miles a year.
Has LB05 XWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XWC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 XWC 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 XWC find?
LB05 XWC passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 2 more.

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