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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB56 PXMMOT history

LB56 PXM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 187,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2026
Mileage
187,371 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 PXM
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 2 May 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 PXM was last recorded at 187,371 miles on 1 May 2025, 7,752 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,619 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,752 miles
Average per year
9,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 187,371 miles
  • 2024 – 179,619 miles
  • 2023 – 170,716 miles
  • 2022 – 168,004 miles
  • 2021 – 161,834 miles
  • 2020 – 146,828 miles
  • 2018 – 129,951 miles
  • 2017 – 120,540 miles
  • 2016 – 104,209 miles
  • 2015 – 96,277 miles
  • 2014 – 87,992 miles
  • 2013 – 76,862 miles
  • 2012 – 67,655 miles
  • 2011 – 60,713 miles
  • 2010 – 52,058 miles
  • 2009 – 44,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,371 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryE.M.L light illuminated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f outer sill corroded

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.

  • Slight corrosion evident on under body and components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass187,371 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    187,371 miles
    Test number
    383740563517
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer sill corroded

  2. Fail187,371 miles (+7,752)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,371 miles
    Test number
    332887788680
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer sill corroded

  3. Pass179,619 miles (+8,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    179,619 miles
    Test number
    925263055278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake warning wire broken

  4. Pass170,716 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    170,716 miles
    Test number
    173186759115
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  5. Fail170,709 miles (+2,705)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,709 miles
    Test number
    744792170377
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  6. Pass168,004 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,004 miles
    Test number
    303464761336
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail167,996 miles (+6,162)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,996 miles
    Test number
    270631276895
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    161,834 miles
    Test number
    349160885158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail161,834 miles (+15,006)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,834 miles
    Test number
    752921454560
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass146,828 miles (+16,877)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    146,828 miles
    Test number
    956604088190
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass129,951 miles (+9,411)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    129,951 miles
    Test number
    225780365828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,540 miles (+16,331)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    120,540 miles
    Test number
    855681450327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,209 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    104,209 miles
    Test number
    661436482772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,027 miles (+7,750)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,027 miles
    Test number
    224017707350
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • 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)

  15. Pass96,277 miles (+8,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    96,277 miles
    Test number
    246383142429
    • AdvisoryAdvise noise from turbo
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass87,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    87,992 miles
    Test number
    999654624361
    • 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. Fail87,992 miles (+11,130)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,992 miles
    Test number
    505534124364
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

  18. Pass76,862 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    699471633332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail76,862 miles (+9,207)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    595951933315
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass67,655 miles (+6,942)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,655 miles
    Test number
    279136922340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,713 miles (+8,655)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,713 miles
    Test number
    367239521327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,058 miles (+7,336)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    52,058 miles
    Test number
    681443430337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    44,722 miles
    Test number
    183144739389
    • 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)

Questions about LB56 PXM

Does LB56 PXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 PXM expired on 2 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 PXM?
The MOT on LB56 PXM expired on 2 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 PXM done?
LB56 PXM was recorded at 187,371 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 9,253 miles a year.
Has LB56 PXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 PXM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 PXM 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 PXM find?
LB56 PXM passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; e.m.l light illuminated, and 2 more.

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