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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LB57 FHGMOT history

LB57 FHG is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 188,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
188,144 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 FHG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 FHG was last recorded at 188,144 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 8,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,209 miles · 9 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
8,935 miles
Average per year
9,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,144 miles
  • 2024 – 179,209 miles
  • 2023 – 169,718 miles
  • 2022 – 155,768 miles
  • 2021 – 142,216 miles
  • 2020 – 131,971 miles
  • 2019 – 120,663 miles
  • 2018 – 109,706 miles
  • 2017 – 104,116 miles
  • 2016 – 98,723 miles
  • 2015 – 93,274 miles
  • 2014 – 86,874 miles
  • 2013 – 79,832 miles
  • 2012 – 72,476 miles
  • 2011 – 63,949 miles
  • 2010 – 52,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,144 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside and offside outer sills slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,144 miles (+8,935)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    188,144 miles
    Test number
    831463838183
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

  2. Pass179,209 miles (+9,491)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,209 miles
    Test number
    370306717439
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,718 miles (+13,950)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    169,718 miles
    Test number
    253839481757
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass155,768 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    155,768 miles
    Test number
    746434145116
    • 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))

  5. Fail155,768 miles (+13,552)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,768 miles
    Test number
    962792348048
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  6. Pass142,216 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,216 miles
    Test number
    440187969400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills slightly damaged

  7. Fail142,210 miles (+10,239)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,210 miles
    Test number
    403012637671
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills slightly damaged

  8. Pass131,971 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,971 miles
    Test number
    491897920821
    • AdvisoryEmissions near limit
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail131,967 miles (+11,304)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,967 miles
    Test number
    827419497801
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass120,663 miles (+10,957)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    120,663 miles
    Test number
    515891081051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTop engine cover fitted;Lower engine tray fitted;Vehicle under trays fitted

  11. Pass109,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,706 miles
    Test number
    566785430406
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail109,706 miles (+5,590)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,706 miles
    Test number
    409295853975
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass104,116 miles (+5,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,116 miles
    Test number
    540363852598
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryPanel lights dull

  14. Pass98,723 miles (+5,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,723 miles
    Test number
    979375627915
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Back bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass93,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,274 miles
    Test number
    398737815241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,274 miles (+6,400)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,274 miles
    Test number
    419637915232
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass86,874 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,874 miles
    Test number
    167378314291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail86,752 miles (+6,920)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,752 miles
    Test number
    678713714235
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass79,832 miles (+7,356)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,832 miles
    Test number
    548703213285
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass72,476 miles (+8,527)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,476 miles
    Test number
    347040622442
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass63,949 miles (+11,454)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,949 miles
    Test number
    907364621235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,495 miles
    Test number
    142766610397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 FHG

Does LB57 FHG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 FHG expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 FHG?
The MOT on LB57 FHG expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 FHG done?
LB57 FHG was recorded at 188,144 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 9,199 miles a year.
Has LB57 FHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 FHG has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 FHG 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 LB57 FHG find?
LB57 FHG passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside + offside; offside front driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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