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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 VHUMOT history

LB56 VHU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2026
Mileage
92,465 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VHU was last recorded at 92,465 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 5,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,372 miles · 18 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
5,093 miles
Average per year
5,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,465 miles
  • 2024 – 87,372 miles
  • 2023 – 79,330 miles
  • 2022 – 73,706 miles
  • 2021 – 66,424 miles
  • 2020 – 56,818 miles
  • 2019 – 50,945 miles
  • 2018 – 46,400 miles
  • 2017 – 41,357 miles
  • 2016 – 37,111 miles
  • 2015 – 31,899 miles
  • 2014 – 25,512 miles
  • 2013 – 20,309 miles
  • 2012 – 13,637 miles
  • 2011 – 6,616 miles
  • 2010 – 5,991 miles
  • 2009 – 5,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,465 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,465 miles (+5,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,465 miles
    Test number
    709335860506
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass87,372 miles (+8,042)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    87,372 miles
    Test number
    820585512990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,330 miles (+68)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    79,330 miles
    Test number
    670134382318
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOriginal Test carried out by M.R. Thatcher
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail79,262 miles (+5,556)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,262 miles
    Test number
    765370352585
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass73,706 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,706 miles
    Test number
    111792302378
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail73,706 miles (+7,282)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,706 miles
    Test number
    226623839681
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass66,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    66,424 miles
    Test number
    666442691442
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn

  8. Fail66,424 miles (+9,606)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,424 miles
    Test number
    430006342879
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn

  9. Pass56,818 miles (+5,873)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    56,818 miles
    Test number
    248850201693
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass50,945 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    50,945 miles
    Test number
    254849869667
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail50,945 miles (+4,545)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,945 miles
    Test number
    719104059194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass46,400 miles (+5,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    46,400 miles
    Test number
    124344501813
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass41,357 miles (+4,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,357 miles
    Test number
    110721435950
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass37,111 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,111 miles
    Test number
    861373872061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,899 miles (+6,387)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    31,899 miles
    Test number
    975077175181
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass25,512 miles (+5,203)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    25,512 miles
    Test number
    126325464111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,309 miles (+6,672)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    20,309 miles
    Test number
    819149683128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,637 miles (+7,021)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    13,637 miles
    Test number
    625327982174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,616 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    6,616 miles
    Test number
    787975691119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,991 miles (+949)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    5,991 miles
    Test number
    842711620328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    5,042 miles
    Test number
    913243729303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VHU

Does LB56 VHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 VHU expired on 9 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VHU?
The MOT on LB56 VHU expired on 9 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 VHU done?
LB56 VHU was recorded at 92,465 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 5,590 miles a year.
Has LB56 VHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VHU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 VHU 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 VHU find?
LB56 VHU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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