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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB55 WFCMOT history

LB55 WFC is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 174,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
174,321 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 WFC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 WFC was last recorded at 174,321 miles on 11 Dec 2023, 267 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,054 miles · 4 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
267 miles
Average per year
7,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 174,321 miles
  • 2022 – 170,933 miles
  • 2021 – 163,909 miles
  • 2020 – 155,851 miles
  • 2019 – 149,050 miles
  • 2018 – 144,450 miles
  • 2017 – 134,466 miles
  • 2016 – 124,424 miles
  • 2015 – 112,224 miles
  • 2014 – 103,653 miles
  • 2013 – 98,960 miles
  • 2012 – 94,333 miles
  • 2011 – 88,852 miles
  • 2010 – 79,442 miles
  • 2009 – 68,870 miles
  • 2008 – 59,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail174,321 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holderRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEngine rattling upon accelerationRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR & OSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail174,321 miles (+267)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,321 miles
    Test number
    181860042363
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder
    • AdvisoryEngine rattling upon acceleration
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR & OSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail174,054 miles (+3,121)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,054 miles
    Test number
    422006831455
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder
    • AdvisoryEngine rattling upon acceleration
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR & OSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass170,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    170,933 miles
    Test number
    961387647012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail170,933 miles (+7,024)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,933 miles
    Test number
    817191724402
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass163,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    163,909 miles
    Test number
    304875675106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail163,909 miles (+8,058)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,909 miles
    Test number
    284382416615
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass155,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    155,851 miles
    Test number
    739185656055
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail155,851 miles (+6,801)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,851 miles
    Test number
    789529045870
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass149,050 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,050 miles
    Test number
    950330648402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail149,050 miles (+4,600)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,050 miles
    Test number
    950484235051
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass144,450 miles (+9,984)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    144,450 miles
    Test number
    470621272708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass134,466 miles (+10,042)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    134,466 miles
    Test number
    334993181935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    124,424 miles
    Test number
    799841492571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail124,424 miles (+12,200)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,424 miles
    Test number
    771570930498
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass112,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    112,224 miles
    Test number
    956304604847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,224 miles (+8,571)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,224 miles
    Test number
    787341833585
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass103,653 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,653 miles
    Test number
    429265934417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail103,653 miles (+4,693)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,653 miles
    Test number
    537335734354
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass98,960 miles (+4,627)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,960 miles
    Test number
    368881743361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,333 miles (+5,481)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    94,333 miles
    Test number
    919189522367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,852 miles (+9,410)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    88,852 miles
    Test number
    518196821326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,442 miles (+10,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    79,442 miles
    Test number
    153541730386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass68,870 miles (+9,402)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,870 miles
    Test number
    591875459308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,468 miles
    Test number
    811404968360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 WFC

Does LB55 WFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 WFC expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 WFC?
The MOT on LB55 WFC expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 WFC done?
LB55 WFC was recorded at 174,321 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2023, an average of 7,683 miles a year.
Has LB55 WFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 WFC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 WFC 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 WFC find?
LB55 WFC failed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2023 with 1 major defect and 10 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; central front items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder; engine rattling upon acceleration, and 8 more.

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