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Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LB07 UYJMOT history

LB07 UYJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 161,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
161,468 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 UYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 UYJ was last recorded at 161,468 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 3,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,060 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,408 miles
Average per year
6,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,468 miles
  • 2025 – 158,060 miles
  • 2024 – 153,310 miles
  • 2023 – 148,432 miles
  • 2022 – 143,822 miles
  • 2021 – 140,413 miles
  • 2020 – 138,812 miles
  • 2019 – 137,797 miles
  • 2018 – 126,832 miles
  • 2017 – 121,332 miles
  • 2016 – 115,940 miles
  • 2015 – 108,108 miles
  • 2014 – 95,100 miles
  • 2013 – 79,795 miles
  • 2012 – 67,877 miles
  • 2011 – 56,920 miles
  • 2010 – 56,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,468 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,468 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    161,468 miles
    Test number
    345734405418
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail161,468 miles (+3,408)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,468 miles
    Test number
    744095427206
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass158,060 miles (+4,750)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    158,060 miles
    Test number
    408212435852
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass153,310 miles (+4,878)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    153,310 miles
    Test number
    146936367553
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass148,432 miles (+4,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,432 miles
    Test number
    150556957531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass143,822 miles (+3,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,822 miles
    Test number
    130668652159
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass140,413 miles (+1,601)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,413 miles
    Test number
    232336461837
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass138,812 miles (+1,015)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,812 miles
    Test number
    945988239069
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass137,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,797 miles
    Test number
    751269636133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,797 miles (+5,130)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,797 miles
    Test number
    491176370530
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass132,667 miles (+5,835)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,667 miles
    Test number
    110839931713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    126,832 miles
    Test number
    723544797941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail126,832 miles (+5,500)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,832 miles
    Test number
    693026937654
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass121,332 miles (+5,392)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    121,332 miles
    Test number
    938343323479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,940 miles (+7,832)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    115,940 miles
    Test number
    881642908264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass108,108 miles (+13,008)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    108,108 miles
    Test number
    568279305056
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass95,100 miles (+15,305)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    95,100 miles
    Test number
    327825114034
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass79,795 miles (+11,918)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    79,795 miles
    Test number
    417032103025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,877 miles (+10,957)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,877 miles
    Test number
    207429602079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,920 miles
    Test number
    289768921099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,913 miles (+33)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,913 miles
    Test number
    475228321000
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass56,880 miles (+1,049)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    56,880 miles
    Test number
    954126030246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,831 miles
    Test number
    221789970146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 UYJ

Does LB07 UYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 UYJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 UYJ?
The MOT on LB07 UYJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 UYJ done?
LB07 UYJ was recorded at 161,468 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 6,797 miles a year.
Has LB07 UYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 UYJ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB07 UYJ 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 UYJ find?
LB07 UYJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill sections.

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