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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB57 LNPMOT history

LB57 LNP is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 131,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2026
Mileage
131,548 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 LNP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB57 LNP was last recorded at 131,548 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 4,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,599 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,949 miles
Average per year
7,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,548 miles
  • 2025 – 126,599 miles
  • 2024 – 122,712 miles
  • 2023 – 119,960 miles
  • 2022 – 116,010 miles
  • 2020 – 109,821 miles
  • 2019 – 99,610 miles
  • 2018 – 95,443 miles
  • 2017 – 91,141 miles
  • 2016 – 88,516 miles
  • 2015 – 83,438 miles
  • 2014 – 76,379 miles
  • 2013 – 59,293 miles
  • 2011 – 37,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,548 miles
  • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill has slight accident damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine oil level low and top end of engine noisey

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,548 miles (+4,949)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,548 miles
    Test number
    693650365421
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass126,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    126,599 miles
    Test number
    308802027363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,599 miles (+3,887)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,599 miles
    Test number
    708569120019
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass122,712 miles (+2,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,712 miles
    Test number
    600439699356
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass119,960 miles (+3,950)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    119,960 miles
    Test number
    646260552833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,010 miles (+14)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    116,010 miles
    Test number
    788224143344
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill has slight accident damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low and top end of engine noisey
  7. Fail115,996 miles (+6,175)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,996 miles
    Test number
    210632357861
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill has slight accident damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low and top end of engine noisey
  8. Pass109,821 miles (+6,205)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,821 miles
    Test number
    259405802375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,616 miles
    Test number
    217816445477
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail103,616 miles (+4,006)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,616 miles
    Test number
    961524589779
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm 195/65 R15 michelin (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 195/65 R15 michelin (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass99,610 miles (+4,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,610 miles
    Test number
    677749473747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass95,443 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    678530982943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,141 miles (+2,625)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    91,141 miles
    Test number
    631081243945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,516 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,516 miles
    Test number
    567908483932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,438 miles (+7,059)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    215492325098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,379 miles (+17,086)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,379 miles
    Test number
    996457324036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,293 miles (+21,696)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    59,293 miles
    Test number
    146264223062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,597 miles (+10,626)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    37,597 miles
    Test number
    605220391284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    26,971 miles
    Test number
    666775831065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 LNP

Does LB57 LNP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 LNP expired on 20 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 LNP?
The MOT on LB57 LNP expired on 20 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 LNP done?
LB57 LNP was recorded at 131,548 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 7,007 miles a year.
Has LB57 LNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 LNP has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 LNP 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 LNP find?
LB57 LNP failed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f and n/s/f; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 6 more.

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