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Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB09 SWZMOT history

LB09 SWZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 454,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
454,390 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
32,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 SWZ
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
5 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 SWZ was last recorded at 454,390 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 14,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
440,030 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14,360 miles
Average per year
32,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 454,390 miles
  • 2024 – 440,030 miles
  • 2023 – 427,777 miles
  • 2022 – 413,580 miles
  • 2021 – 73,509 miles
  • 2020 – 69,435 miles
  • 2019 – 62,774 miles
  • 2018 – 60,132 miles
  • 2017 – 47,751 miles
  • 2016 – 40,291 miles
  • 2015 – 36,258 miles
  • 2014 – 29,997 miles
  • 2013 – 25,637 miles
  • 2012 – 21,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass454,390 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass454,390 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    454,390 miles
    Test number
    651748625949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail454,388 miles (+14,358)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    454,388 miles
    Test number
    570897089265
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad linings deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass440,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    440,030 miles
    Test number
    479507638579
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail440,023 miles (+12,246)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    440,023 miles
    Test number
    672838176608
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass427,777 miles (+14,197)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    427,777 miles
    Test number
    572062036023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass413,580 miles (+340,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    413,580 miles
    Test number
    742657712115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,509 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,509 miles
    Test number
    218484485099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,435 miles (+6,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,435 miles
    Test number
    964103939220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass62,774 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,774 miles
    Test number
    890862385320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,132 miles (+12,381)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    719024739659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,751 miles (+7,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    575707006670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass40,291 miles (+4,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,291 miles
    Test number
    434151495778
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  13. Pass36,258 miles (+6,261)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,258 miles
    Test number
    279698415201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in tread
    • NoteFront tyres balding on both inner and outer edges

  14. Pass29,997 miles (+4,360)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,997 miles
    Test number
    817939214260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,637 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,637 miles
    Test number
    575427903231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,969 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    21,969 miles
    Test number
    199997902283
    • NoteFront tyres worn to 3mm

Questions about LB09 SWZ

Does LB09 SWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 SWZ is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB09 SWZ?
The MOT on LB09 SWZ is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 SWZ done?
LB09 SWZ was recorded at 454,390 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 32,372 miles a year.
Has LB09 SWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 SWZ has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 SWZ 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 SWZ find?
LB09 SWZ passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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