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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LB57 HPUMOT history

LB57 HPU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 245,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2026
Mileage
245,047 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 HPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 HPU was last recorded at 245,047 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 12,235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,812 miles · 27 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
12,235 miles
Average per year
15,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 245,047 miles
  • 2024 – 232,812 miles
  • 2023 – 222,235 miles
  • 2022 – 210,301 miles
  • 2021 – 196,359 miles
  • 2020 – 180,245 miles
  • 2019 – 154,585 miles
  • 2017 – 133,338 miles
  • 2016 – 113,621 miles
  • 2015 – 97,315 miles
  • 2014 – 85,308 miles
  • 2013 – 74,882 miles
  • 2012 – 64,989 miles
  • 2011 – 57,062 miles
  • 2010 – 29,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,047 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryO/s & n/s outer sills have slight corrosion

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,047 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    245,047 miles
    Test number
    995850505932
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s outer sills have slight corrosion

  2. Fail245,047 miles (+12,235)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,047 miles
    Test number
    943753360545
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s outer sills have slight corrosion

  3. Pass232,812 miles (+10,577)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    232,812 miles
    Test number
    397654949457
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s & n/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s sills have slight corrosion

  4. Pass222,235 miles (+11,934)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    222,235 miles
    Test number
    133920832216
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s & n/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass210,301 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    210,301 miles
    Test number
    485513797542
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail210,299 miles (+13,940)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,299 miles
    Test number
    932488981093
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass196,359 miles (+16,114)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    196,359 miles
    Test number
    317495902550
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass180,245 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,245 miles
    Test number
    368554733828
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail180,245 miles (+25,660)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,245 miles
    Test number
    426678305522
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass154,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    154,585 miles
    Test number
    463454120812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,585 miles (+21,247)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,585 miles
    Test number
    868335013463
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass133,338 miles (+19,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    133,338 miles
    Test number
    661989809501
    • AdvisoryDual mass noisy
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose

  13. Pass113,621 miles (+16,306)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    113,621 miles
    Test number
    239336325952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,315 miles
    Test number
    717630664600
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail97,315 miles (+12,007)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,315 miles
    Test number
    428370679767
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass85,308 miles (+10,426)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    85,308 miles
    Test number
    286404654382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,882 miles (+9,893)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    74,882 miles
    Test number
    969234043358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  18. Pass64,989 miles (+7,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,989 miles
    Test number
    105136642398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass57,062 miles (+27,592)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    57,062 miles
    Test number
    569723051381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,470 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,470 miles
    Test number
    234074250344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB57 HPU

Does LB57 HPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 HPU expired on 26 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 HPU?
The MOT on LB57 HPU expired on 26 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 HPU done?
LB57 HPU was recorded at 245,047 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 15,192 miles a year.
Has LB57 HPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 HPU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 HPU 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 HPU find?
LB57 HPU passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm, and 4 more.

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