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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB09 EPAMOT history

LB09 EPA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,583 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 EPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 EPA was last recorded at 121,583 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 6,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,956 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,627 miles
Average per year
8,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,583 miles
  • 2024 – 114,956 miles
  • 2023 – 103,161 miles
  • 2022 – 97,080 miles
  • 2020 – 94,065 miles
  • 2019 – 86,369 miles
  • 2018 – 74,113 miles
  • 2017 – 63,436 miles
  • 2016 – 53,550 miles
  • 2015 – 41,878 miles
  • 2014 – 30,237 miles
  • 2013 – 23,350 miles
  • 2012 – 11,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,583 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,583 miles
    Test number
    901980902754
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,583 miles (+6,627)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,583 miles
    Test number
    541597691315
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass114,956 miles (+5,834)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,956 miles
    Test number
    703138484459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass109,122 miles (+5,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,122 miles
    Test number
    220328918168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass103,161 miles (+6,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,161 miles
    Test number
    593672273280
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass97,080 miles (+3,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,080 miles
    Test number
    497880493732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass94,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,065 miles
    Test number
    916777915648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,065 miles (+7,696)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,065 miles
    Test number
    228433724438
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass86,369 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,369 miles
    Test number
    682132408718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail86,396 miles (+12,283)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,396 miles
    Test number
    981523152589
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass74,113 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,113 miles
    Test number
    767136893640
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail74,112 miles (+10,676)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,112 miles
    Test number
    642089371682
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass63,436 miles (+9,886)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,436 miles
    Test number
    905656679683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,550 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,550 miles
    Test number
    938660329534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + void of tread on its inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + void of tread on its inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail53,550 miles (+11,672)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,550 miles
    Test number
    180115155340
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + void of tread on its inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + void of tread on its inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass41,878 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,878 miles
    Test number
    295103575447
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Fail41,878 miles (+11,641)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,878 miles
    Test number
    937283175171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass30,237 miles (+6,887)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,237 miles
    Test number
    728518874110
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  19. Pass23,350 miles (+11,502)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    23,350 miles
    Test number
    467214463139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    11,848 miles
    Test number
    665613462166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 EPA

Does LB09 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 EPA is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 EPA?
The MOT on LB09 EPA is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 EPA done?
LB09 EPA was recorded at 121,583 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 8,091 miles a year.
Has LB09 EPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 EPA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 EPA 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 LB09 EPA find?
LB09 EPA passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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