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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

LB55 TKUMOT history

LB55 TKU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 116,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
116,003 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 TKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 TKU was last recorded at 116,003 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 6,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Dec 2022: 99,393 miles, lower than 114,713 miles on 8 Dec 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,500 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,503 miles
Average per year
5,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,003 miles
  • 2024 – 109,500 miles
  • 2022 – 99,393 miles
  • 2021 – 114,713 miles
  • 2020 – 92,238 miles
  • 2018 – 86,748 miles
  • 2017 – 77,428 miles
  • 2016 – 67,441 miles
  • 2015 – 61,289 miles
  • 2014 – 55,666 miles
  • 2013 – 48,156 miles
  • 2012 – 42,768 miles
  • 2011 – 36,362 miles
  • 2010 – 30,387 miles
  • 2009 – 27,108 miles
  • 2008 – 18,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,003 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin hard to see (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and noisy (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear brake back plate missing

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.

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Coolant level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Oil level on minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,003 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    116,003 miles
    Test number
    953528117441
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin hard to see (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and noisy (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plate missing

  2. Fail116,003 miles (+6,503)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,003 miles
    Test number
    475486387697
    • DangerousOffside Front spring broken
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin hard to see (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and noisy (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plate missing

  3. Pass109,500 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,500 miles
    Test number
    298301578863
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy
    • AdvisoryAll four brake back plates corroded {dust covers}

  4. Fail109,500 miles (+5,211)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,500 miles
    Test number
    224882818670
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy
    • AdvisoryAll four brake back plates corroded {dust covers}

  5. Pass104,289 miles (+4,896)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,289 miles
    Test number
    950523885098
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded {dust covers}

  6. Pass99,393 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,393 miles
    Test number
    756291839631
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm ok at the time of the test {JUST } (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm ok at the time of the test {JUST} (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail99,393 miles (-15,320)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,393 miles
    Test number
    764420059252
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm ok at the time of the test {JUST } (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm ok at the time of the test {JUST} (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass114,713 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,713 miles
    Test number
    365239595353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r n/s/r o/s/f brake back plates rusty [dust cover]

  9. Fail114,713 miles (+22,475)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,713 miles
    Test number
    571101493751
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r n/s/r o/s/f brake back plates rusty [dust cover]

  10. Pass92,238 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,238 miles
    Test number
    487471036244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail92,238 miles (+2,799)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,238 miles
    Test number
    584323284449
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass89,439 miles (+2,691)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,439 miles
    Test number
    665708352185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass86,748 miles (+9,320)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,748 miles
    Test number
    513057113770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,428 miles
    Test number
    431352632207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,428 miles (+9,987)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,428 miles
    Test number
    754363746807
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass67,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,441 miles
    Test number
    585910888167
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail67,441 miles (+6,152)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,441 miles
    Test number
    161837448796
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective safety catch (8.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass61,289 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,289 miles
    Test number
    820962334294
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryPassenger airbag switched off

  19. Fail61,289 miles (+5,623)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,289 miles
    Test number
    841660797763
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryPassenger airbag switched off

  20. Pass55,666 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,666 miles
    Test number
    337772534379
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Fail55,666 miles (+7,510)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,666 miles
    Test number
    725862034397
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass48,156 miles (+5,388)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,156 miles
    Test number
    455100433377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated

  23. Pass42,768 miles (+6,406)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    417732432337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,362 miles (+5,975)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,362 miles
    Test number
    358686401380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,387 miles (+3,279)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,387 miles
    Test number
    494031220410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,108 miles (+8,881)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,108 miles
    Test number
    314707039387
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass18,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,227 miles
    Test number
    834717548333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail18,227 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,227 miles
    Test number
    620387848381
    • FailureFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB55 TKU

Does LB55 TKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 TKU is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 TKU?
The MOT on LB55 TKU is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 TKU done?
LB55 TKU was recorded at 116,003 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 5,758 miles a year.
Has LB55 TKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 TKU has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 TKU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Dec 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 TKU find?
LB55 TKU passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front tyre obviously under inflated; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin hard to see, and 6 more.

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