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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB56 PXUMOT history

LB56 PXU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
156,188 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 PXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 PXU was last recorded at 156,188 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 7,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,062 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,126 miles
Average per year
7,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,188 miles
  • 2025 – 149,062 miles
  • 2024 – 140,993 miles
  • 2023 – 130,444 miles
  • 2022 – 117,561 miles
  • 2021 – 101,213 miles
  • 2020 – 87,180 miles
  • 2019 – 71,329 miles
  • 2018 – 70,786 miles
  • 2017 – 69,841 miles
  • 2016 – 68,292 miles
  • 2015 – 67,568 miles
  • 2014 – 64,037 miles
  • 2013 – 60,010 miles
  • 2012 – 50,557 miles
  • 2011 – 44,102 miles
  • 2010 – 38,927 miles
  • 2009 – 31,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,188 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,188 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    156,188 miles
    Test number
    887916624788
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,188 miles (+7,126)1 repaired4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,188 miles
    Test number
    283871951170
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,062 miles (+8,069)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    149,062 miles
    Test number
    739738497397
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  4. Pass140,993 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,993 miles
    Test number
    781598996185
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail140,993 miles (+10,549)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,993 miles
    Test number
    896478112138
    • MajorNearside Brake cable insecure not attached to caliper (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass130,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,444 miles
    Test number
    122795688392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail130,444 miles (+12,883)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,444 miles
    Test number
    270355725097
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))

  8. Pass117,561 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,561 miles
    Test number
    775467939427
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail117,561 miles (+16,348)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,561 miles
    Test number
    188622374795
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,213 miles (+14,033)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,213 miles
    Test number
    493414471049
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,180 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    538114827119
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail87,180 miles (+15,851)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    301863816493
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass71,329 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,329 miles
    Test number
    919629704863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill damaged

  14. Fail71,328 miles (+542)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,328 miles
    Test number
    631344662966
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill damaged

  15. Pass70,786 miles (+945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,786 miles
    Test number
    299460186036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights clouded over

  16. Pass69,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    767344518137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,841 miles (+1,549)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    322688758287
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper leaving a smear but vision still good

  18. Pass68,292 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,292 miles
    Test number
    625955827038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,568 miles
    Test number
    305301328337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,568 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,568 miles
    Test number
    831459702809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,037 miles (+4,027)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,037 miles
    Test number
    189659684200
    • NoteNs and os front wiper blades slightly perished

  22. Pass60,010 miles (+9,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,010 miles
    Test number
    707159283215
    • 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)

  23. Pass50,557 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,557 miles
    Test number
    387447772289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,102 miles (+5,175)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,102 miles
    Test number
    307216171424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,927 miles (+7,293)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,927 miles
    Test number
    113718320372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail31,634 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,634 miles
    Test number
    354376809391
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass31,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    31,634 miles
    Test number
    534196609326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 PXU

Does LB56 PXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 PXU is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 PXU?
The MOT on LB56 PXU is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 PXU done?
LB56 PXU was recorded at 156,188 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 7,613 miles a year.
Has LB56 PXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 PXU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 PXU 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 PXU find?
LB56 PXU passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 4 more.

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