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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB55 MLUMOT history

LB55 MLU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 175,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2022
Mileage
175,351 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 MLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 MLU was last recorded at 175,351 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 5,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,285 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,066 miles
Average per year
8,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 175,351 miles
  • 2020 – 170,285 miles
  • 2019 – 161,979 miles
  • 2018 – 156,606 miles
  • 2017 – 156,569 miles
  • 2015 – 154,595 miles
  • 2014 – 145,277 miles
  • 2013 – 137,000 miles
  • 2012 – 129,885 miles
  • 2011 – 106,613 miles
  • 2010 – 87,806 miles
  • 2009 – 69,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,351 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,351 miles (+5,066)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    175,351 miles
    Test number
    472069663144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,285 miles (+8,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    170,285 miles
    Test number
    515237606238
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,979 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    161,979 miles
    Test number
    514392292588
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail161,979 miles (+5,373)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,979 miles
    Test number
    861809810812
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass156,606 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    156,606 miles
    Test number
    337210565307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass156,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    156,569 miles
    Test number
    531474733320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail156,569 miles (+1,974)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,569 miles
    Test number
    695353411902
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  8. Pass154,595 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    154,595 miles
    Test number
    763732741718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Fail154,503 miles (+9,226)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,503 miles
    Test number
    552744169173
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass145,277 miles (+73)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    145,277 miles
    Test number
    817180424267
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake in need of slight adjust/repair.

  11. Fail145,204 miles (+8,204)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,204 miles
    Test number
    915726194178
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass137,000 miles (+7,115)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    137,000 miles
    Test number
    978878563142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass129,885 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    129,885 miles
    Test number
    946303622157
    • NoteBulb warning light on
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NotePad warning light on

  14. Fail129,877 miles (+23,264)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,877 miles
    Test number
    148313922128
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBulb warning light on
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NotePad warning light on

  15. Pass106,613 miles (+18,807)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    106,613 miles
    Test number
    818985391011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,806 miles (+18,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    87,806 miles
    Test number
    572491990059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass69,743 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    69,743 miles
    Test number
    110115939488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail69,743 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,743 miles
    Test number
    394855139087
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB55 MLU

Does LB55 MLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 MLU expired on 8 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 MLU?
The MOT on LB55 MLU expired on 8 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 MLU done?
LB55 MLU was recorded at 175,351 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 8,223 miles a year.
Has LB55 MLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 MLU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LB55 MLU 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 LB55 MLU find?
LB55 MLU passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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