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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,600 cc

LB09 FNLMOT history

LB09 FNL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 155,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
155,562 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 FNL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 FNL was last recorded at 155,562 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,549 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
7,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,562 miles
  • 2025 – 143,237 miles
  • 2024 – 133,366 miles
  • 2023 – 130,782 miles
  • 2021 – 129,343 miles
  • 2020 – 107,647 miles
  • 2019 – 105,381 miles
  • 2018 – 95,597 miles
  • 2017 – 85,146 miles
  • 2016 – 74,687 miles
  • 2015 – 63,373 miles
  • 2014 – 62,876 miles
  • 2013 – 58,655 miles
  • 2012 – 57,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,562 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside front seatbelt buckle damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside rear inner and outer rim bent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside rear tyre on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside mirror casing missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,562 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    155,562 miles
    Test number
    862348572685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail155,549 miles (+12,312)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,549 miles
    Test number
    496680721997
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass143,237 miles (+9,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    143,237 miles
    Test number
    599959634722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
  4. Pass133,366 miles (+2,584)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,366 miles
    Test number
    461676913164
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside & offside sill area's
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside door shut area's
  5. Pass130,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,782 miles
    Test number
    832445528461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,782 miles (+1,439)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,782 miles
    Test number
    622761553160
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass129,343 miles (+21,696)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,343 miles
    Test number
    729437288804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,647 miles (+2,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,647 miles
    Test number
    281562540607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass105,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,381 miles
    Test number
    987654029392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt catch casing missing
  10. Fail105,379 miles (+9,782)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,379 miles
    Test number
    242530626958
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt catch casing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass95,597 miles (+97)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,597 miles
    Test number
    887805887847
    • AdvisoryNearside front seatbelt buckle damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner and outer rim bent
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing missing
  12. Fail95,500 miles (+10,354)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,500 miles
    Test number
    484093041401
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush front bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush front (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front seatbelt buckle damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner and outer rim bent
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing missing
  13. Pass85,146 miles (+10,459)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,146 miles
    Test number
    283640437236
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components
  14. Pass74,687 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,687 miles
    Test number
    321417737513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,685 miles (+11,312)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,685 miles
    Test number
    223523700576
    • FailureHeadlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass63,373 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,373 miles
    Test number
    639055575056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,876 miles (+4,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,876 miles
    Test number
    615613874229
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass58,655 miles (+1,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,655 miles
    Test number
    765031633213
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass57,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,451 miles
    Test number
    629749972126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 FNL

Does LB09 FNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 FNL is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 FNL?
The MOT on LB09 FNL is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 FNL done?
LB09 FNL was recorded at 155,562 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 7,110 miles a year.
Has LB09 FNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 FNL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 FNL 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 FNL find?
LB09 FNL passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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