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Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

LB07 LHAMOT history

LB07 LHA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 144,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2023
Mileage
144,534 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 LHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB07 LHA was last recorded at 144,534 miles on 28 Jul 2023, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,509 miles · 26 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
8,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,534 miles
  • 2022 – 138,219 miles
  • 2021 – 128,729 miles
  • 2020 – 122,985 miles
  • 2019 – 113,395 miles
  • 2018 – 101,114 miles
  • 2017 – 92,324 miles
  • 2016 – 86,074 miles
  • 2015 – 79,506 miles
  • 2014 – 71,882 miles
  • 2013 – 64,170 miles
  • 2012 – 57,350 miles
  • 2011 – 50,603 miles
  • 2010 – 38,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,534 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front and rear tyres 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake pads low and discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,534 miles (+25)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,534 miles
    Test number
    618511444042
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,509 miles (+6,290)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,509 miles
    Test number
    813061366880
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass138,219 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,219 miles
    Test number
    696789671186
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail138,210 miles (+9,481)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,210 miles
    Test number
    408051584481
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on the inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass128,729 miles (+69)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    128,729 miles
    Test number
    902333726236
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail128,660 miles (+5,675)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,660 miles
    Test number
    667481201180
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on the inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass122,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    122,985 miles
    Test number
    209058924757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,985 miles (+9,590)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,985 miles
    Test number
    831899373379
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass113,395 miles (+12,281)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,395 miles
    Test number
    701670016145
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass101,114 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    101,114 miles
    Test number
    366952556733
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low and discs corroded

  11. Fail101,114 miles (+8,790)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,114 miles
    Test number
    508483628451
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low and discs corroded

  12. Pass92,324 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,324 miles
    Test number
    655601668065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,074 miles (+6,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,074 miles
    Test number
    794752912516
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 3mm

  14. Pass79,506 miles (+7,624)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,506 miles
    Test number
    618998785135
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass71,882 miles (+54)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,882 miles
    Test number
    815344384149
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on tread

  16. Fail71,828 miles (+7,658)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,828 miles
    Test number
    179972284199
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on tread

  17. Pass64,170 miles (+6,820)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,170 miles
    Test number
    298523183175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,350 miles (+6,747)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,350 miles
    Test number
    638206582165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,603 miles (+11,809)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,603 miles
    Test number
    988234921277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,794 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    38,794 miles
    Test number
    991689620295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,620 miles
    Test number
    554502850112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 LHA

Does LB07 LHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 LHA expired on 1 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 LHA?
The MOT on LB07 LHA expired on 1 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 LHA done?
LB07 LHA was recorded at 144,534 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2023, an average of 8,203 miles a year.
Has LB07 LHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 LHA has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB07 LHA 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 LB07 LHA find?
LB07 LHA failed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2023 with 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint excessively worn; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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