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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LB56 XZFMOT history

LB56 XZF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
121,582 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XZF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XZF was last recorded at 121,582 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,582 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,582 miles
  • 2024 – 118,620 miles
  • 2023 – 115,372 miles
  • 2022 – 110,821 miles
  • 2021 – 106,806 miles
  • 2020 – 100,699 miles
  • 2019 – 95,027 miles
  • 2018 – 89,286 miles
  • 2017 – 76,079 miles
  • 2016 – 67,397 miles
  • 2015 – 60,123 miles
  • 2014 – 53,049 miles
  • 2013 – 45,151 miles
  • 2012 – 38,342 miles
  • 2011 – 31,448 miles
  • 2010 – 23,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,582 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexible system deteriatingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust front flexible system deteriating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,582 miles
    Test number
    467540998691
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible system deteriating

  2. Fail121,582 miles (+2,962)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,582 miles
    Test number
    723311849648
    • 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 fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible system deteriating

  3. Pass118,620 miles (+3,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    496981438901
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system deteriating
    • AdvisoryO/s outer cv gaitor deteriating

  4. Pass115,372 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    115,372 miles
    Test number
    457367411798
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system deteriating

  5. Fail115,372 miles (+4,551)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,372 miles
    Test number
    128283910772
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on edges & perishing
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system deteriating

  6. Pass110,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,821 miles
    Test number
    653479284994
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking all over
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail110,821 miles (+4,015)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,821 miles
    Test number
    915894852908
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking all over
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass106,806 miles (+6,107)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,806 miles
    Test number
    638145026960
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant stains around water pump area
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible system worn
    • AdvisoryFront inner pads near warning wires
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges & perishing
    • AdvisoryVery slight bind n/s/r brake

  9. Pass100,699 miles (+5,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,699 miles
    Test number
    456315407780
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant water pump slight leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible system worn

  10. Pass95,027 miles (+5,741)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,027 miles
    Test number
    903532967541
    • 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))

  11. Pass89,286 miles (+5,513)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,286 miles
    Test number
    660899489324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,773 miles (+7,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,773 miles
    Test number
    867003683722
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses frosted/cloudy, and beam patterns poor
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread worn bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre tread worn low on inner edge

  13. Pass76,079 miles (+8,682)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,079 miles
    Test number
    285193802950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,397 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,397 miles
    Test number
    781716356215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,123 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,123 miles
    Test number
    425865605050
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  16. Pass60,123 miles (+7,074)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,123 miles
    Test number
    699845305036
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  17. Pass53,049 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,049 miles
    Test number
    726977204000
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail53,049 miles (+7,898)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,049 miles
    Test number
    397237804018
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs worn

  19. Pass45,151 miles (+6,809)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,151 miles
    Test number
    938264403052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs lipped slightly
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges {os worse)

  20. Pass38,342 miles (+6,894)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,342 miles
    Test number
    187043702033
    • NoteCovers fitted restricting test
    • NoteFront discs lipped slightly

  21. Pass31,448 miles (+7,502)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    31,448 miles
    Test number
    745626101008
    • NoteExhaust system corroding

  22. Pass23,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,946 miles
    Test number
    431985000000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XZF

Does LB56 XZF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XZF is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XZF?
The MOT on LB56 XZF is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XZF done?
LB56 XZF was recorded at 121,582 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 6,167 miles a year.
Has LB56 XZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XZF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 XZF 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 XZF find?
LB56 XZF passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: exhaust flexible system deteriating.

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