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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LB57 UOWMOT history

LB57 UOW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 187,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2025
Mileage
187,742 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 UOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 UOW was last recorded at 187,742 miles on 9 Jan 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,737 miles · 27 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
12,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,742 miles
  • 2023 – 187,737 miles
  • 2022 – 178,978 miles
  • 2021 – 174,665 miles
  • 2020 – 164,156 miles
  • 2019 – 151,615 miles
  • 2018 – 137,210 miles
  • 2017 – 122,866 miles
  • 2016 – 106,790 miles
  • 2015 – 86,939 miles
  • 2014 – 71,087 miles
  • 2013 – 58,749 miles
  • 2012 – 45,802 miles
  • 2011 – 35,225 miles
  • 2010 – 24,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,742 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,742 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    187,742 miles
    Test number
    856174482900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail187,737 miles (+8,759)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,737 miles
    Test number
    429393063711
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    178,978 miles
    Test number
    537470040239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail178,978 miles (+4,313)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,978 miles
    Test number
    623948572543
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass174,665 miles (+10,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    174,665 miles
    Test number
    166564853802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,156 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    164,156 miles
    Test number
    804075923840
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail164,156 miles (+12,541)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,156 miles
    Test number
    177236794558
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass151,615 miles (+14,405)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    151,615 miles
    Test number
    971701357989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,210 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    137,210 miles
    Test number
    112436792751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,197 miles (+14,331)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,197 miles
    Test number
    790618207211
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass122,866 miles (+16,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    122,866 miles
    Test number
    854258150082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass106,790 miles (+19,851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    106,790 miles
    Test number
    764266829143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder shields & engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  13. Pass86,939 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    86,939 miles
    Test number
    435561919115
    • AdvisoryEngine & undershields fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail86,938 miles (+15,851)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,938 miles
    Test number
    612645954675
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine & undershields fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass71,087 miles (+12,338)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,087 miles
    Test number
    165079744393
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass58,749 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,749 miles
    Test number
    796582333352
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail58,749 miles (+12,947)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,749 miles
    Test number
    648831033385
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass45,802 miles (+10,577)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,802 miles
    Test number
    966369132362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass35,225 miles (+10,493)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,225 miles
    Test number
    168505631377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,732 miles
    Test number
    664729340302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 UOW

Does LB57 UOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 UOW expired on 8 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 UOW?
The MOT on LB57 UOW expired on 8 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 UOW done?
LB57 UOW was recorded at 187,742 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2024, an average of 12,474 miles a year.
Has LB57 UOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 UOW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 UOW 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 UOW find?
LB57 UOW passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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