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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 XYRMOT history

LB56 XYR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 144,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
144,344 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XYR
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
20 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XYR was last recorded at 144,344 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 3,943 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,401 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,943 miles
Average per year
7,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,344 miles
  • 2025 – 140,401 miles
  • 2024 – 136,422 miles
  • 2023 – 130,330 miles
  • 2022 – 121,683 miles
  • 2021 – 108,543 miles
  • 2020 – 101,521 miles
  • 2019 – 93,382 miles
  • 2018 – 81,921 miles
  • 2017 – 72,992 miles
  • 2016 – 61,744 miles
  • 2014 – 50,631 miles
  • 2013 – 42,423 miles
  • 2012 – 36,192 miles
  • 2011 – 26,104 miles
  • 2009 – 19,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,344 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,344 miles (+3,943)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    144,344 miles
    Test number
    528464840519
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass140,401 miles (+3,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    140,401 miles
    Test number
    562878410539
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    136,422 miles
    Test number
    902481010571
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail136,422 miles (+6,092)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,422 miles
    Test number
    912850310298
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,330 miles (+8,647)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    130,330 miles
    Test number
    616229992941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,683 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,683 miles
    Test number
    390811188409
    • MinorWindow seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail121,683 miles (+13,140)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,683 miles
    Test number
    487361196906
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindow seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,543 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,543 miles
    Test number
    419845696280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,521 miles (+8,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,521 miles
    Test number
    260243422551
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass93,382 miles (+11,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,382 miles
    Test number
    635522593040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass81,921 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,921 miles
    Test number
    129872816903
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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)

  12. Fail81,905 miles (+8,913)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,905 miles
    Test number
    391374653533
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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)

  13. Pass72,992 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,992 miles
    Test number
    659414198311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,984 miles (+11,240)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,984 miles
    Test number
    728029950152
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass61,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,744 miles
    Test number
    104696192747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,744 miles (+11,113)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,744 miles
    Test number
    246351376315
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass50,631 miles (+8,208)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,631 miles
    Test number
    736907154398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  18. Pass42,423 miles (+6,231)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    42,423 miles
    Test number
    897354043306
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCant see inner rear brake pads
    • NoteRear tyres cracking badly

  19. Pass36,192 miles (+4,986)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,192 miles
    Test number
    475027152438
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low

  20. Pass31,206 miles (+5,102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    179064202047
    • NoteFront tyres worn to 2.5 ml

  21. Pass26,104 miles (+6,966)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,104 miles
    Test number
    905875001001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,138 miles
    Test number
    411963949437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XYR

Does LB56 XYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XYR is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XYR?
The MOT on LB56 XYR is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XYR done?
LB56 XYR was recorded at 144,344 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 7,764 miles a year.
Has LB56 XYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XYR has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 XYR 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 XYR find?
LB56 XYR passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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