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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

LB57 ODUMOT history

LB57 ODU is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 181,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
181,385 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 ODU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 ODU was last recorded at 181,385 miles on 7 May 2026, 11,837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,548 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11,837 miles
Average per year
9,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,385 miles
  • 2025 – 169,548 miles
  • 2024 – 154,411 miles
  • 2023 – 138,587 miles
  • 2022 – 126,089 miles
  • 2020 – 123,911 miles
  • 2019 – 120,251 miles
  • 2018 – 111,443 miles
  • 2017 – 106,117 miles
  • 2016 – 96,480 miles
  • 2015 – 86,646 miles
  • 2014 – 82,418 miles
  • 2013 – 69,205 miles
  • 2012 – 58,491 miles
  • 2011 – 47,617 miles
  • 2010 – 32,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,385 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,385 miles (+11,837)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    181,385 miles
    Test number
    102371999445
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass169,548 miles (+282)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    169,548 miles
    Test number
    243354154672
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail169,266 miles (+14,855)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,266 miles
    Test number
    806634421239
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,411 miles (+15,824)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    154,411 miles
    Test number
    872606015119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass138,587 miles (+281)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    138,587 miles
    Test number
    160362336297
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail138,306 miles (+12,217)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,306 miles
    Test number
    529890882669
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass126,089 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,089 miles
    Test number
    227377611394
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail126,087 miles (+2,176)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,087 miles
    Test number
    746740683483
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass123,911 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,911 miles
    Test number
    171007424202
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering [nearside]

  10. Fail123,909 miles (+3,658)2 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,909 miles
    Test number
    166690036957
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass120,251 miles (+8,808)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,251 miles
    Test number
    295883837461
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is worn on inner edge

  12. Pass111,443 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    111,443 miles
    Test number
    753132629899
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer driveshaft gaiters are deteriorated

  13. Fail111,443 miles (+5,326)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,443 miles
    Test number
    162828874578
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer driveshaft gaiters are deteriorated

  14. Pass106,117 miles (+9,637)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,117 miles
    Test number
    689066359684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,480 miles (+9,834)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    96,480 miles
    Test number
    640192926216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass86,646 miles (+4,228)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    86,646 miles
    Test number
    457522681208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,418 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,418 miles
    Test number
    207396844311
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass82,418 miles (+13,213)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,418 miles
    Test number
    589426244370
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass69,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,205 miles
    Test number
    225710353394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,205 miles (+37)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,205 miles
    Test number
    788190153372
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail69,168 miles (+10,677)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,168 miles
    Test number
    307096643341
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Fail58,491 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,491 miles
    Test number
    355157442329
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass58,491 miles (+10,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,491 miles
    Test number
    626997542356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass47,617 miles (+15,369)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    47,617 miles
    Test number
    458131141370
    • NoteFront windscreen has various small cips across its face
    • NoteOil level low

  25. Pass32,248 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    32,248 miles
    Test number
    154110450368
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB57 ODU

Does LB57 ODU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 ODU is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 ODU?
The MOT on LB57 ODU is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 ODU done?
LB57 ODU was recorded at 181,385 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 9,691 miles a year.
Has LB57 ODU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 ODU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 ODU 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 ODU find?
LB57 ODU passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 7 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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