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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LB57 XJVMOT history

LB57 XJV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
114,111 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XJV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XJV was last recorded at 114,111 miles on 25 May 2026, 6,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,826 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,285 miles
Average per year
6,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,111 miles
  • 2025 – 107,826 miles
  • 2024 – 99,681 miles
  • 2023 – 94,580 miles
  • 2022 – 86,338 miles
  • 2021 – 77,414 miles
  • 2020 – 73,340 miles
  • 2019 – 67,947 miles
  • 2018 – 62,380 miles
  • 2017 – 56,839 miles
  • 2016 – 50,314 miles
  • 2015 – 44,384 miles
  • 2014 – 38,049 miles
  • 2013 – 30,785 miles
  • 2012 – 24,928 miles
  • 2011 – 21,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,111 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    114,111 miles
    Test number
    892545967054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail114,111 miles (+6,285)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,111 miles
    Test number
    280526454420
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass107,826 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,826 miles
    Test number
    865860001341
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch hydraulics weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail107,826 miles (+8,145)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,826 miles
    Test number
    119730187261
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch hydraulics weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass99,681 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,681 miles
    Test number
    665637467039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail99,662 miles (+5,082)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,662 miles
    Test number
    834118944547
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass94,580 miles (+73)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,580 miles
    Test number
    580027504953
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail94,507 miles (+8,169)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,507 miles
    Test number
    509623632484
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass86,338 miles (+8,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,338 miles
    Test number
    494573484752
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass77,414 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,414 miles
    Test number
    289543317442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,340 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,340 miles
    Test number
    832085929888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,335 miles (+5,388)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,335 miles
    Test number
    933208530801
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
  13. Pass67,947 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,947 miles
    Test number
    296290923855
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Fail67,937 miles (+5,557)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,937 miles
    Test number
    285254107677
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass62,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,380 miles
    Test number
    914026965633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,380 miles (+5,541)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,380 miles
    Test number
    460320260698
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  17. Pass56,839 miles (+6,525)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,839 miles
    Test number
    814668384473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,314 miles (+5,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    50,314 miles
    Test number
    202469813337
    • AdvisoryNail in tread n/s/r,n/s/r brake pads appear to be low
  19. Pass44,384 miles (+6,335)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,384 miles
    Test number
    186515485007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,049 miles (+7,264)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,049 miles
    Test number
    399536154045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,785 miles (+5,857)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,785 miles
    Test number
    377101473041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,928 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    24,928 miles
    Test number
    965231532048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    21,672 miles
    Test number
    846964211010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 XJV

Does LB57 XJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XJV is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XJV?
The MOT on LB57 XJV is valid until 24 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 XJV done?
LB57 XJV was recorded at 114,111 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2026, an average of 6,018 miles a year.
Has LB57 XJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XJV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 XJV 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 XJV find?
LB57 XJV passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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