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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB56 DPEMOT history

LB56 DPE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 214,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
214,613 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 DPE
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
1 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 DPE was last recorded at 214,613 miles on 8 May 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2015: 137 miles, lower than 137,004 miles on 23 Mar 2015.

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
214,595 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
7,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,613 miles
  • 2024 – 207,566 miles
  • 2023 – 201,175 miles
  • 2022 – 195,008 miles
  • 2021 – 187,400 miles
  • 2020 – 181,461 miles
  • 2019 – 175,561 miles
  • 2018 – 165,357 miles
  • 2017 – 154,486 miles
  • 2016 – 145,046 miles
  • 2015 – 137 miles
  • 2014 – 128,105 miles
  • 2013 – 118,391 miles
  • 2012 – 110,664 miles
  • 2011 – 100,892 miles
  • 2009 – 91,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,613 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,613 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    214,613 miles
    Test number
    603644579293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. Fail214,595 miles (+91)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,595 miles
    Test number
    211650513149
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached needs three fixings (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail214,504 miles (+6,938)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,504 miles
    Test number
    181985564500
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass207,566 miles (+6,391)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    207,566 miles
    Test number
    825593821261
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass201,175 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    201,175 miles
    Test number
    105285416886
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail201,175 miles (+6,167)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,175 miles
    Test number
    619991465149
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass195,008 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    195,008 miles
    Test number
    768427124065
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail195,008 miles (+7,608)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,008 miles
    Test number
    727705051093
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass187,400 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    187,400 miles
    Test number
    116000946959
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail187,399 miles (+5,938)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,399 miles
    Test number
    263615044694
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass181,461 miles (+5,900)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    181,461 miles
    Test number
    969950530831
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass175,561 miles (+10,204)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    175,561 miles
    Test number
    267951065869
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass165,357 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    165,357 miles
    Test number
    106272518660
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on outer and inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail165,357 miles (+10,871)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,357 miles
    Test number
    728753475794
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on outer and inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass154,486 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    154,486 miles
    Test number
    637018642119
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both headlamps misty

  16. Fail154,486 miles (+9,440)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,486 miles
    Test number
    904267848129
    • FailureOffside Front Outer 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both headlamps misty

  17. Pass145,046 miles (+144,909)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    145,046 miles
    Test number
    569938821672
    • AdvisoryFront suspention arm rear bushes slightly deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses faded beam pattern weak
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers have a slight misting oil oil

  18. Pass137 miles (-136,867)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    137 miles
    Test number
    178054785498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail137,004 miles (+8,899)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,004 miles
    Test number
    329912385046
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass128,105 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    128,105 miles
    Test number
    618942874056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear slightly cracking on inner & outer sidewalls.

  21. Fail128,105 miles (+9,714)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,105 miles
    Test number
    189301374082
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear slightly cracking on inner & outer sidewalls.

  22. Pass118,391 miles (+164)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    118,391 miles
    Test number
    509060073035
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers damp
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a repair
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f rim and tyre sidewall

  23. Fail118,227 miles (+7,563)2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,227 miles
    Test number
    915393063045
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers damp
    • NoteChild seat fitted n/s/r unable to fully inspect seatbelt
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteN/s/r tyre sidewall cracked
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a repair
    • NoteOil level low
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f rim and tyre sidewall

  24. Pass110,664 miles (+9,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    110,664 miles
    Test number
    418803672032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass100,892 miles (+9,402)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,892 miles
    Test number
    936102731080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass91,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    91,490 miles
    Test number
    461886819425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 DPE

Does LB56 DPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 DPE expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 DPE?
The MOT on LB56 DPE expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 DPE done?
LB56 DPE was recorded at 214,613 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 7,951 miles a year.
Has LB56 DPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 DPE has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 DPE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 DPE find?
LB56 DPE passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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