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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB56 DNYMOT history

LB56 DNY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 176,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
176,349 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 DNY
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
13 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 DNY was last recorded at 176,349 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 70 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,279 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
70 miles
Average per year
7,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,349 miles
  • 2024 – 164,996 miles
  • 2023 – 158,651 miles
  • 2022 – 151,569 miles
  • 2021 – 143,950 miles
  • 2020 – 138,844 miles
  • 2019 – 132,724 miles
  • 2018 – 125,420 miles
  • 2017 – 115,173 miles
  • 2016 – 109,910 miles
  • 2015 – 104,579 miles
  • 2014 – 98,704 miles
  • 2013 – 90,628 miles
  • 2012 – 83,766 miles
  • 2011 – 75,205 miles
  • 2010 – 67,777 miles
  • 2009 – 60,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,349 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    176,349 miles
    Test number
    845975448923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail176,349 miles (+70)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,349 miles
    Test number
    180004853414
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail176,279 miles (+11,283)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,279 miles
    Test number
    889264074350
    • MajorLower Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower engine mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass164,996 miles (+80)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    164,996 miles
    Test number
    379980127659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail164,916 miles (+6,265)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,916 miles
    Test number
    518870627060
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass158,651 miles (+65)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    158,651 miles
    Test number
    389540720097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail158,586 miles (+7,017)1 dangerous11 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,586 miles
    Test number
    465080840272
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass151,569 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,569 miles
    Test number
    108200546925
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail151,569 miles (+7,619)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,569 miles
    Test number
    368965898260
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass143,950 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,950 miles
    Test number
    565067491045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perished, splitting and badly stepping
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Fail143,950 miles (+5,106)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,950 miles
    Test number
    203462455719
    • 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 projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perished, splitting and badly stepping
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass138,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    138,844 miles
    Test number
    298750166707
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished and splitting

  13. Fail138,844 miles (+6,120)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,844 miles
    Test number
    730439849681
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished and splitting

  14. Pass132,724 miles (+7,304)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,724 miles
    Test number
    152368145876
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses faded

  15. Pass125,420 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,420 miles
    Test number
    470608155835
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail125,418 miles (+10,245)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,418 miles
    Test number
    601763301355
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass115,173 miles (+5,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,173 miles
    Test number
    563925012232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged

  18. Pass109,910 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,910 miles
    Test number
    561379848322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/rear tyre has cracks on outer side wall

  19. Fail109,910 miles (+5,331)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,910 miles
    Test number
    615428527664
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working door mirror (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/rear tyre has cracks on outer side wall

  20. Pass104,579 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,579 miles
    Test number
    785460173562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing on inner edges

  21. Fail104,578 miles (+5,874)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,578 miles
    Test number
    771606670666
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing on inner edges

  22. Pass98,704 miles (+8,076)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,704 miles
    Test number
    176223384255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass90,628 miles (+6,862)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    90,628 miles
    Test number
    276677013337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,766 miles (+8,561)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,766 miles
    Test number
    955781812383
    • NoteO/s rear tyre wearing inner edge

  25. Pass75,205 miles (+7,428)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    75,205 miles
    Test number
    968668701340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,777 miles (+6,780)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,777 miles
    Test number
    710539900370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,997 miles
    Test number
    742555319360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 DNY

Does LB56 DNY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 DNY is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 DNY?
The MOT on LB56 DNY is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 DNY done?
LB56 DNY was recorded at 176,349 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 7,207 miles a year.
Has LB56 DNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 DNY has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 DNY 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 LB56 DNY find?
LB56 DNY passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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