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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 RXOMOT history

LB56 RXO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 44,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
44,167 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 RXO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 RXO was last recorded at 44,167 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 1,388 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
42,779 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,388 miles
Average per year
2,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,167 miles
  • 2024 – 42,779 miles
  • 2023 – 41,431 miles
  • 2022 – 40,306 miles
  • 2021 – 39,195 miles
  • 2020 – 37,377 miles
  • 2019 – 35,603 miles
  • 2018 – 33,623 miles
  • 2017 – 31,781 miles
  • 2016 – 30,079 miles
  • 2015 – 27,746 miles
  • 2014 – 25,690 miles
  • 2013 – 23,091 miles
  • 2012 – 20,999 miles
  • 2011 – 18,273 miles
  • 2010 – 15,528 miles
  • 2009 – 11,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,167 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion underside in places
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2016

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.

  • Front brake discs slightly corroded and worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • General suspension components corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass44,167 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    44,167 miles
    Test number
    939856744696
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside in places
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  2. Fail44,167 miles (+1,388)1 dangerous4 major19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,167 miles
    Test number
    751926011985
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested rear brakes binding (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged outer casings broken (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings unable to be tested / rear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside in places
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Pass42,779 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    42,779 miles
    Test number
    268710061636
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth beam images poor
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section & front flexy section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail42,779 miles (+1,348)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,779 miles
    Test number
    538820663946
    • Repaired at testOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth beam images poor
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section & front flexy section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass41,431 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    41,431 miles
    Test number
    781016266940
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension components corroded

  6. Fail41,431 miles (+1,125)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,431 miles
    Test number
    455169406644
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on the edges and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension components corroded

  7. Pass40,306 miles (+1,111)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    40,306 miles
    Test number
    924466198852
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cracked on wearing on the edges of the tread

  8. Pass39,195 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,195 miles
    Test number
    732654751149
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on the edges of the tread and cracking in the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre heavily perished and cracked on the outer sidewall

  9. Fail39,195 miles (+1,818)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,195 miles
    Test number
    481391775043
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on the edges of the tread and cracking in the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre heavily perished and cracked on the outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and worn

  10. Pass37,377 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    37,377 miles
    Test number
    628870338830
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking on the outer sidewall

  11. Fail37,377 miles (+1,774)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,377 miles
    Test number
    619490232642
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking on the outer sidewall

  12. Pass35,603 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    35,603 miles
    Test number
    589982637339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,623 miles (+1,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    33,623 miles
    Test number
    535787608320
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perishing and off side front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySlight body damage and corosion

  14. Pass31,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    31,781 miles
    Test number
    386027195188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,781 miles (+1,702)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,781 miles
    Test number
    442847089266
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass30,079 miles (+2,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    30,079 miles
    Test number
    773923785722
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  17. Pass27,746 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    27,746 miles
    Test number
    398134882646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,690 miles (+2,599)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    25,690 miles
    Test number
    617538724359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,091 miles (+2,092)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    23,091 miles
    Test number
    996363203319
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perrish
    • NoteSlight body corrosion

  20. Pass20,999 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    20,999 miles
    Test number
    407310202348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,273 miles (+2,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,273 miles
    Test number
    336778691279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass15,528 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    15,528 miles
    Test number
    314141120399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    11,607 miles
    Test number
    640113809387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 RXO

Does LB56 RXO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 RXO is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 RXO?
The MOT on LB56 RXO is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 RXO done?
LB56 RXO was recorded at 44,167 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 2,022 miles a year.
Has LB56 RXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 RXO has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 RXO 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 RXO find?
LB56 RXO passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 17 advisories: exhaust noisy; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 14 more.

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