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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LB07 UYCMOT history

LB07 UYC is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 238,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2024
Mileage
238,237 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 UYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB07 UYC was last recorded at 238,237 miles on 15 Mar 2024, 19,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,982 miles · 22 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
19,255 miles
Average per year
11,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 238,237 miles
  • 2023 – 218,982 miles
  • 2022 – 206,773 miles
  • 2021 – 194,436 miles
  • 2020 – 187,735 miles
  • 2019 – 169,855 miles
  • 2018 – 153,599 miles
  • 2017 – 143,474 miles
  • 2016 – 135,324 miles
  • 2015 – 125,416 miles
  • 2013 – 116,848 miles
  • 2012 – 105,785 miles
  • 2011 – 98,376 miles
  • 2010 – 79,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail238,237 miles
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow pipe from pump to servo chamber. rubber pipe collapsed (1.1.3 (b))
  • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow servo pump lazy (1.1.3 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc red from heat. not holding on time of test. hand brake lever on caliper not fully returning (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryClutch noise and duel mass flywheel vibration

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front tyre smooth on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front tyre smooth on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail238,237 miles (+19,255)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,237 miles
    Test number
    680275468318
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow pipe from pump to servo chamber. rubber pipe collapsed (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow servo pump lazy (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc red from heat. not holding on time of test. hand brake lever on caliper not fully returning (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch noise and duel mass flywheel vibration
  2. Pass218,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    218,982 miles
    Test number
    924773892652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail218,982 miles (+12,209)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,982 miles
    Test number
    905531478664
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass206,773 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    206,773 miles
    Test number
    306245736572
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from the joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing
  5. Fail206,773 miles (+12,337)2 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,773 miles
    Test number
    440387819444
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut on the thread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from the joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing
  6. Pass194,436 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    194,436 miles
    Test number
    491266447924
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail194,430 miles (+6,695)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,430 miles
    Test number
    493601492387
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass187,735 miles (+17,880)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    187,735 miles
    Test number
    696840322527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass169,855 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    169,855 miles
    Test number
    823750353594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre smooth on inner edge
  10. Fail169,845 miles (+16,246)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,845 miles
    Test number
    130437827702
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre smooth on inner edge
  11. Pass153,599 miles (+10,125)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    153,599 miles
    Test number
    264675945192
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
  12. Pass143,474 miles (+8,150)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    143,474 miles
    Test number
    842791967423
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted
    • AdvisoryWet test
  13. Pass135,324 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    135,324 miles
    Test number
    598507346393
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInternal headlamp adjuster altered
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Fail135,321 miles (+9,905)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,321 miles
    Test number
    599983183850
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInternal headlamp adjuster altered
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Pass125,416 miles (+8,568)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    125,416 miles
    Test number
    489106215022
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass116,848 miles (+11,063)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    116,848 miles
    Test number
    815409523351
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass105,785 miles (+100)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    105,785 miles
    Test number
    485278802480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
  18. Fail105,685 miles (+7,309)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,685 miles
    Test number
    977085402356
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
  19. Pass98,376 miles (+19,274)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    98,376 miles
    Test number
    339835511354
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
  20. Pass79,102 miles (+2,609)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,102 miles
    Test number
    243917450270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,493 miles
    Test number
    444328940172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 UYC

Does LB07 UYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 UYC expired on 21 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 UYC?
The MOT on LB07 UYC expired on 21 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 UYC done?
LB07 UYC was recorded at 238,237 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2024, an average of 11,722 miles a year.
Has LB07 UYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 UYC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB07 UYC 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 UYC find?
LB07 UYC failed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2024 with 10 major defects and 8 advisories: brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow pipe from pump to servo chamber. rubber pipe collapsed; central rear exhaust system insecure, and 15 more.

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