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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LB11 NPUMOT history

LB11 NPU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 65,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
65,000 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 NPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 NPU was last recorded at 65,000 miles on 16 Aug 2025, 15,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,649 miles · 17 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
15,351 miles
Average per year
4,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,000 miles
  • 2023 – 49,649 miles
  • 2022 – 41,171 miles
  • 2021 – 34,509 miles
  • 2020 – 29,182 miles
  • 2019 – 27,514 miles
  • 2018 – 25,454 miles
  • 2017 – 23,693 miles
  • 2016 – 20,994 miles
  • 2015 – 16,463 miles
  • 2014 – 11,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips to windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded to outer casing. (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded to outer casing. (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Note ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Bonnet safety catch requires attention , partially siezed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked / Broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Odometer ; Mileage incomplete

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    630988249128
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips to windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded to outer casing. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded to outer casing. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. FailMileage not read1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    578282696715
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips to windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded to outer casing. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded to outer casing. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass65,000 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    65,000 miles
    Test number
    192786278743
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMileage display incomplete
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Secondary Tread Balding on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking , tread slightly uneven inner area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Front Tyres may be under inflated causing uneven tyre wear
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Secondary Tread Balding on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail65,000 miles3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,000 miles
    Test number
    289731010757
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Major Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Secondary Tread Balding on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking , tread slightly uneven inner area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Front Tyres may be under inflated causing uneven tyre wear
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Secondary Tread Balding on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fog Lamp & Position Lamp Bulb holder insecure / damaged ? ( at tailgate )
  5. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    375605151409
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch requires attention , partially siezed
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked / Broken (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOdometer ; Mileage incomplete
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    702020375778
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch requires attention , partially siezed
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked / Broken (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOdometer ; Mileage incomplete
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass49,649 miles (+8,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    49,649 miles
    Test number
    730997539510
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass41,171 miles (+6,662)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,171 miles
    Test number
    169980187210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    34,509 miles
    Test number
    844814840544
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail34,503 miles (+5,321)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,503 miles
    Test number
    795911453121
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass29,182 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    29,182 miles
    Test number
    376365923147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail29,181 miles (+1,667)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,181 miles
    Test number
    505172293299
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass27,514 miles (+2,060)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    27,514 miles
    Test number
    576058868111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,454 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    25,454 miles
    Test number
    213961752361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,693 miles (+2,699)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    23,693 miles
    Test number
    132212912533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,994 miles (+4,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    20,994 miles
    Test number
    125661503438
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are bald on inner edge.
  17. Pass16,463 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    16,463 miles
    Test number
    315889055105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,515 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    11,515 miles
    Test number
    586073454187
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inside edge.

Questions about LB11 NPU

Does LB11 NPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 NPU is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 NPU?
The MOT on LB11 NPU is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 NPU done?
LB11 NPU was recorded at 65,000 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2025, an average of 4,773 miles a year.
Has LB11 NPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 NPU has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB11 NPU 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 LB11 NPU find?
LB11 NPU passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips to windscreen; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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