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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 XFGMOT history

LB56 XFG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 144,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
144,851 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XFG
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
1 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XFG was last recorded at 144,851 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 8,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,081 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,770 miles
Average per year
7,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,851 miles
  • 2025 – 136,081 miles
  • 2024 – 128,911 miles
  • 2023 – 122,652 miles
  • 2022 – 116,369 miles
  • 2021 – 110,943 miles
  • 2020 – 104,143 miles
  • 2019 – 94,764 miles
  • 2018 – 83,635 miles
  • 2017 – 72,749 miles
  • 2015 – 57,536 miles
  • 2014 – 52,221 miles
  • 2013 – 47,426 miles
  • 2012 – 42,174 miles
  • 2011 – 35,619 miles
  • 2010 – 30,041 miles
  • 2009 – 22,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,851 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Engine bay covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre cracking between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside outer sill shows damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both head lamp lens/covers deteriorated resulting in a poor beam image

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,851 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    144,851 miles
    Test number
    426944401617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,851 miles (+8,770)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,851 miles
    Test number
    658399299802
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,081 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    136,081 miles
    Test number
    949038638790
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail136,069 miles (+7,158)5 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,069 miles
    Test number
    419533117639
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass128,911 miles (+6,259)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    128,911 miles
    Test number
    583881277818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,652 miles (+6,283)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    122,652 miles
    Test number
    781493452221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,369 miles (+5,426)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    116,369 miles
    Test number
    764162353182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    110,943 miles
    Test number
    321836192931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,943 miles (+6,800)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,943 miles
    Test number
    479285172474
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass104,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,143 miles
    Test number
    410114227019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,141 miles (+9,377)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,141 miles
    Test number
    930614869079
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass94,764 miles (+11,129)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,764 miles
    Test number
    401456631279
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres show a scrubbed outer sidewall ; o/s shows inner edge wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misted (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens covers deteriorated; resulting in a poor beam image
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted

  13. Pass83,635 miles (+67)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,635 miles
    Test number
    336384611102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking between tread
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill shows damage
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lens/covers deteriorated resulting in a poor beam image
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning displayed [electrical fault]
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted

  14. Fail83,568 miles (+10,819)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,568 miles
    Test number
    985717358009
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking between tread
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill shows damage
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lens/covers deteriorated resulting in a poor beam image
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning displayed [electrical fault]
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted

  15. Pass72,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,749 miles
    Test number
    745199290059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass108,417 km
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,417 km
    Test number
    877815374053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,536 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,536 miles
    Test number
    777393548780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,221 miles (+4,795)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,221 miles
    Test number
    176757804351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteDamage to n/s sill
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing - inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing - inner edge

  19. Pass47,426 miles (+5,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,426 miles
    Test number
    576682023339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass42,174 miles (+6,555)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,174 miles
    Test number
    485145522473
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s sill is damaged

  21. Pass35,619 miles (+5,578)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    35,619 miles
    Test number
    195595981253
    • NoteNearside outer lower sill damaged.

  22. Pass30,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,041 miles
    Test number
    284052910380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,038 miles (+7,183)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,038 miles
    Test number
    190392510358
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass22,855 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,855 miles
    Test number
    870167219377
    • NoteOffside front tyre is bald on the inner edge

Questions about LB56 XFG

Does LB56 XFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XFG is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XFG?
The MOT on LB56 XFG is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XFG done?
LB56 XFG was recorded at 144,851 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 7,228 miles a year.
Has LB56 XFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XFG has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 XFG 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 XFG find?
LB56 XFG passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scoring; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 4 more.

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