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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 YBLMOT history

LB56 YBL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
96,606 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YBL
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 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YBL was last recorded at 96,606 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 1,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,610 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,996 miles
Average per year
4,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,606 miles
  • 2022 – 86,150 miles
  • 2021 – 81,796 miles
  • 2020 – 80,174 miles
  • 2018 – 67,630 miles
  • 2017 – 61,338 miles
  • 2016 – 54,772 miles
  • 2015 – 48,455 miles
  • 2014 – 40,727 miles
  • 2013 – 34,095 miles
  • 2011 – 29,710 miles
  • 2010 – 25,104 miles
  • 2009 – 18,846 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,606 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front exhaust flex joint poor

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,606 miles (+1,996)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,606 miles
    Test number
    794279339502
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass94,610 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    94,610 miles
    Test number
    642162121519
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail94,604 miles (+6)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,604 miles
    Test number
    463063762388
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Not able to open petrol flap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail94,598 miles (+8,448)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,598 miles
    Test number
    312647741605
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass86,150 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    86,150 miles
    Test number
    700662181560
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail86,149 miles (+4,353)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,149 miles
    Test number
    716170311678
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass81,796 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,796 miles
    Test number
    758743833613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,174 miles
    Test number
    476753530479
    • AdvisorySmall mark in front screen

  9. Fail80,174 miles (+12,544)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,174 miles
    Test number
    254280113040
    • 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))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisorySmall mark in front screen

  10. Pass67,630 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,630 miles
    Test number
    349473956277
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting low 3mm left
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex joint poor

  11. Fail67,613 miles (+6,275)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,613 miles
    Test number
    522061699703
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working led unit in door mirror (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting low 3mm left
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex joint poor

  12. Pass61,338 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,338 miles
    Test number
    884398038399
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test item on interior mirror
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex joint poor
    • AdvisorySmall cut in side wall near side rear tyre /tread3mm left
    • AdvisorySmall damage to nearside door mirror

  13. Fail61,338 miles (+6,566)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,338 miles
    Test number
    473891915205
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test item on interior mirror
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex joint poor
    • AdvisorySmall cut in side wall near side rear tyre /tread3mm left
    • AdvisorySmall damage to nearside door mirror

  14. Pass54,772 miles (+6,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,772 miles
    Test number
    889869882901
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass48,455 miles (+7,728)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    648755035092
    • NoteItem removed from front screen for mot
    • NoteItem removed from interior mirror for mot
    • NoteSmall cut in side wall near side rear tyre

  16. Pass40,727 miles (+6,632)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    40,727 miles
    Test number
    865120814021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,095 miles (+4,385)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,095 miles
    Test number
    945654013078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,710 miles (+4,606)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,710 miles
    Test number
    227863851365
    • NoteSmall cut in side wall near side front tyre

  19. Fail25,104 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,104 miles
    Test number
    410242840308
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass25,104 miles (+6,258)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,104 miles
    Test number
    480112940384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    18,846 miles
    Test number
    110301959326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 YBL

Does LB56 YBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 YBL is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YBL?
The MOT on LB56 YBL is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 YBL done?
LB56 YBL was recorded at 96,606 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 4,902 miles a year.
Has LB56 YBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YBL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 YBL 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 YBL find?
LB56 YBL passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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