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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB57 WFLMOT history

LB57 WFL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,193 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 WFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 WFL was last recorded at 72,193 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,152 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
3,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,193 miles
  • 2025 – 68,037 miles
  • 2024 – 63,915 miles
  • 2023 – 60,669 miles
  • 2022 – 57,837 miles
  • 2021 – 53,013 miles
  • 2020 – 49,235 miles
  • 2019 – 45,406 miles
  • 2018 – 41,773 miles
  • 2017 – 38,978 miles
  • 2016 – 35,034 miles
  • 2014 – 26,804 miles
  • 2013 – 21,796 miles
  • 2012 – 17,443 miles
  • 2010 – 13,319 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,193 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,193 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,193 miles
    Test number
    599276581637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,152 miles (+4,115)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,152 miles
    Test number
    893098701704
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSide repeater not working OS (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass68,037 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    68,037 miles
    Test number
    654042232570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail68,035 miles (+4,120)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,035 miles
    Test number
    865729204199
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass63,915 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    63,915 miles
    Test number
    554174396677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,913 miles (+3,244)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,913 miles
    Test number
    734939800906
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass60,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    60,669 miles
    Test number
    717252470029
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail60,669 miles (+2,832)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,669 miles
    Test number
    341530509750
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass57,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    591515390040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,837 miles (+4,824)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    831207120790
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass53,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,013 miles
    Test number
    120915746157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,013 miles (+3,778)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,013 miles
    Test number
    542675882744
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass49,235 miles (+3,829)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,235 miles
    Test number
    714289537587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    45,406 miles
    Test number
    693176103673
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail45,406 miles (+3,633)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,406 miles
    Test number
    384675517268
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass41,773 miles (+2,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    41,773 miles
    Test number
    942375811370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass38,978 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,978 miles
    Test number
    671364827259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,034 miles (+8,230)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    35,034 miles
    Test number
    416695986503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    26,804 miles
    Test number
    266061844290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,804 miles (+5,008)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,804 miles
    Test number
    236288534294
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass21,796 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    21,796 miles
    Test number
    548207513023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail21,706 miles (+4,263)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,706 miles
    Test number
    427137613073
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass17,443 miles (+4,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    17,443 miles
    Test number
    916816212035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass13,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    13,319 miles
    Test number
    471285150351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 WFL

Does LB57 WFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 WFL is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 WFL?
The MOT on LB57 WFL is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 WFL done?
LB57 WFL was recorded at 72,193 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 3,903 miles a year.
Has LB57 WFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 WFL has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 WFL 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 WFL find?
LB57 WFL passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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