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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 OVDMOT history

LB56 OVD is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
97,430 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 OVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 OVD was last recorded at 97,430 miles on 1 May 2026, 1,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,713 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,717 miles
Average per year
4,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,430 miles
  • 2025 – 95,713 miles
  • 2024 – 94,015 miles
  • 2023 – 89,301 miles
  • 2022 – 89,269 miles
  • 2021 – 89,000 miles
  • 2020 – 88,316 miles
  • 2019 – 87,455 miles
  • 2018 – 85,236 miles
  • 2017 – 83,041 miles
  • 2016 – 80,484 miles
  • 2015 – 75,811 miles
  • 2014 – 69,892 miles
  • 2013 – 63,016 miles
  • 2012 – 56,365 miles
  • 2011 – 48,607 miles
  • 2010 – 39,812 miles
  • 2009 – 30,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,430 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded/damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • REAR SUB FRAME AND SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,430 miles (+1,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,430 miles
    Test number
    497203562464
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  2. Pass95,713 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,713 miles
    Test number
    940571530660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail95,713 miles (+1,698)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,713 miles
    Test number
    925341862040
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass94,015 miles (+4,714)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,015 miles
    Test number
    786694160894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,301 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,301 miles
    Test number
    354862034993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,269 miles
    Test number
    569878829620
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded/damaged (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail89,269 miles (+269)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,269 miles
    Test number
    150106500169
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded/damaged (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass89,000 miles (+684)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    89,000 miles
    Test number
    507932259817
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE HANDBRAKE CABLE IN POOR CONDITION...
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUB FRAME AND SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass88,316 miles (+861)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,316 miles
    Test number
    716056690345
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR HANDBRAKE CABLE OUTER CASING DAMAGED...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUB FRAME AND SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass87,455 miles (+2,219)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,455 miles
    Test number
    745448907529
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR OUTER HAND BRAKE CABLE SPLITTING...
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass85,236 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,236 miles
    Test number
    341864802318
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail85,230 miles (+2,189)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,230 miles
    Test number
    297696978193
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass83,041 miles (+2,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,041 miles
    Test number
    733093381700
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass80,484 miles (+4,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,484 miles
    Test number
    538634251454
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryN/s hand brake effort could be improved

  15. Pass75,811 miles (+5,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,811 miles
    Test number
    601246518296
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass69,892 miles (+6,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,892 miles
    Test number
    469613944400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass63,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    63,016 miles
    Test number
    929302433357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,016 miles (+6,651)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,016 miles
    Test number
    136672633399
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low,perished and cracking on sidewalls

  19. Pass56,365 miles (+7,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,365 miles
    Test number
    826391932373
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass48,607 miles (+8,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,607 miles
    Test number
    275013321363
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass39,812 miles (+9,057)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    39,812 miles
    Test number
    161103030393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,755 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,755 miles
    Test number
    144574539394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 OVD

Does LB56 OVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 OVD is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 OVD?
The MOT on LB56 OVD is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 OVD done?
LB56 OVD was recorded at 97,430 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 4,062 miles a year.
Has LB56 OVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 OVD has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 OVD 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 OVD find?
LB56 OVD passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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