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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB06 EFHMOT history

LB06 EFH is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Aug 2006. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 130,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2025
Mileage
130,946 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 EFH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB06 EFH was last recorded at 130,946 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,933 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,946 miles
  • 2024 – 120,903 miles
  • 2023 – 113,525 miles
  • 2022 – 107,295 miles
  • 2021 – 101,840 miles
  • 2020 – 95,882 miles
  • 2019 – 91,917 miles
  • 2018 – 87,544 miles
  • 2017 – 84,828 miles
  • 2016 – 79,687 miles
  • 2015 – 72,952 miles
  • 2014 – 67,062 miles
  • 2013 – 63,265 miles
  • 2011 – 58,258 miles
  • 2010 – 45,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail130,946 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Misfire detected and lambda reading very high (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure Not on seat correctly (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth sides front inner wheel arch linings and front undertrays brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust and some suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail130,946 miles (+13)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,946 miles
    Test number
    667732102453
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Misfire detected and lambda reading very high (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure Not on seat correctly (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front inner wheel arch linings and front undertrays broken
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust and some suspension components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,933 miles (+10,030)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,933 miles
    Test number
    896408009859
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to eml flashing and overheat warning (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Misfire detected and lambda reading very high (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front inner wheel arch linings and front undertrays broken
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust and some suspension components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,903 miles (+7,378)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,903 miles
    Test number
    371320977898
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Both inner driveshaft seal areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,525 miles (+6,230)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,525 miles
    Test number
    221104530712
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass107,295 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    107,295 miles
    Test number
    448688820888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail107,292 miles (+5,452)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,292 miles
    Test number
    589459349378
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass101,840 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,840 miles
    Test number
    463974532735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,837 miles (+5,955)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,837 miles
    Test number
    504436545325
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass95,882 miles (+3,965)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    95,882 miles
    Test number
    959174445778
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass91,917 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,917 miles
    Test number
    990384068863
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  11. Fail91,914 miles (+4,370)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,914 miles
    Test number
    228186557815
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  12. Pass87,544 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,544 miles
    Test number
    310079731256
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  13. Fail87,541 miles (+2,713)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,541 miles
    Test number
    319265980658
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  14. Pass84,828 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,828 miles
    Test number
    353279583944
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail84,825 miles (+5,138)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,825 miles
    Test number
    171157143622
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass79,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,687 miles
    Test number
    829567581665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,684 miles (+6,732)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,684 miles
    Test number
    309326285262
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  18. Pass72,952 miles (+5,890)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    307067315141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,062 miles (+3,797)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,062 miles
    Test number
    638845114158
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass63,265 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,265 miles
    Test number
    986010083045
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail63,265 miles (+5,007)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,265 miles
    Test number
    377370883046
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass58,258 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,258 miles
    Test number
    318842201162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc pitted. (strong advise)
    • NoteSlight wear to front discs.

  23. Fail58,258 miles (+12,861)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,258 miles
    Test number
    365222601164
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc pitted. (strong advise)
    • NoteSlight wear to front discs.

  24. Pass45,397 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,397 miles
    Test number
    223564920478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S wing repeater is damaged.
    • NoteO/S/F outer brake pad is on 3-4mm.
    • NoteO/S/R brake disc is corroded.
    • NoteRear brake pads are on 3-4mm.

  25. Fail45,397 miles1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,397 miles
    Test number
    200160420168
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S wing repeater is damaged.
    • NoteO/S/F outer brake pad is on 3-4mm.
    • NoteO/S/R brake disc is corroded.
    • NoteRear brake pads are on 3-4mm.

Questions about LB06 EFH

Does LB06 EFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 EFH expired on 29 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 EFH?
The MOT on LB06 EFH expired on 29 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 EFH done?
LB06 EFH was recorded at 130,946 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 5,414 miles a year.
Has LB06 EFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 EFH has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB06 EFH 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 LB06 EFH find?
LB06 EFH failed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction misfire detected and lambda reading very high; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front coil spring insecure not on seat correctly, and 4 more.

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