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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB57 XBGMOT history

LB57 XBG is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 151,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
151,193 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XBG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XBG was last recorded at 151,193 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,118 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
8,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,193 miles
  • 2024 – 144,559 miles
  • 2022 – 130,212 miles
  • 2021 – 120,110 miles
  • 2020 – 110,877 miles
  • 2019 – 92,560 miles
  • 2018 – 83,705 miles
  • 2017 – 77,200 miles
  • 2016 – 70,712 miles
  • 2015 – 61,459 miles
  • 2014 – 60,997 miles
  • 2013 – 57,642 miles
  • 2012 – 45,069 miles
  • 2010 – 30,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,193 miles
  • 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 both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySign of repairs

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.

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear shocker shroud insicure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,193 miles (+75)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    151,193 miles
    Test number
    636541325234
    • 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 both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySign of repairs

  2. Fail151,118 miles (+6,559)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,118 miles
    Test number
    231172455239
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability top mount loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front exhaust rubbers worn

  3. Pass144,559 miles (+14,347)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    144,559 miles
    Test number
    849648186783
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded/holed

  4. Pass130,212 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,212 miles
    Test number
    501995902398
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryParking brake 16%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail130,212 miles (+10,102)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,212 miles
    Test number
    145215005364
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryParking brake 16%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass120,110 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,110 miles
    Test number
    659430881370
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  7. Fail120,107 miles (+9,230)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,107 miles
    Test number
    660539459300
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass110,877 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,877 miles
    Test number
    163137283417
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker shroud insicure

  9. Fail110,877 miles (+18,317)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,877 miles
    Test number
    296232857826
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker shroud insicure

  10. Pass92,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    415609410170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,560 miles (+8,855)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    265561139356
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass83,705 miles (+6,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,705 miles
    Test number
    139497075858
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass77,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,200 miles
    Test number
    816102094371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,200 miles (+6,488)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,200 miles
    Test number
    375809298856
    • FailureEngine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryTurning pulleys fouling against air conditioning pipes

  15. Pass70,712 miles (+9,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,712 miles
    Test number
    911713354679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass61,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,459 miles
    Test number
    348664565045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,459 miles (+462)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,459 miles
    Test number
    886844665045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass60,997 miles (+3,355)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,997 miles
    Test number
    586486804278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,642 miles (+12,573)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,642 miles
    Test number
    326231153387
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  20. Pass45,069 miles (+14,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,069 miles
    Test number
    398766082199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,223 miles
    Test number
    593789640357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 XBG

Does LB57 XBG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 XBG expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XBG?
The MOT on LB57 XBG expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 XBG done?
LB57 XBG was recorded at 151,193 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 8,426 miles a year.
Has LB57 XBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XBG has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 XBG 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 XBG find?
LB57 XBG passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 1 more.

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