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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB57 XWCMOT history

LB57 XWC is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
126,123 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XWC
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
25 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XWC was last recorded at 126,123 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 8,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,039 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,084 miles
Average per year
6,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,123 miles
  • 2025 – 118,039 miles
  • 2024 – 112,756 miles
  • 2023 – 106,328 miles
  • 2022 – 106,302 miles
  • 2021 – 101,419 miles
  • 2020 – 99,297 miles
  • 2019 – 86,732 miles
  • 2018 – 70,611 miles
  • 2017 – 63,740 miles
  • 2016 – 59,887 miles
  • 2015 – 54,917 miles
  • 2014 – 47,756 miles
  • 2013 – 40,072 miles
  • 2012 – 31,722 miles
  • 2011 – 22,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,123 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Side repeater damaged and working poorly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,123 miles (+8,084)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    126,123 miles
    Test number
    439501228512
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,039 miles (+5,283)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    118,039 miles
    Test number
    969093932477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both track arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,756 miles (+2,555)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,756 miles
    Test number
    808603936234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,201 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,201 miles
    Test number
    414439273809
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s + o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail110,201 miles (+3,873)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,201 miles
    Test number
    514795929775
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s + o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    106,328 miles
    Test number
    296578934836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,327 miles (+25)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,327 miles
    Test number
    476195572242
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail106,302 miles (+4,883)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,302 miles
    Test number
    297574945701
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working Wing mirror unit ( LED ) (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass101,419 miles (+2,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,419 miles
    Test number
    210843681038
    • AdvisoryOffside Indicator side repeater damaged/dim

  10. Pass99,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,297 miles
    Test number
    961696094785
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged and working poorly

  11. Fail99,297 miles (+12,565)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,297 miles
    Test number
    607122045791
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged and working poorly

  12. Pass86,732 miles (+16,121)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,732 miles
    Test number
    346893908246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,611 miles (+1,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,611 miles
    Test number
    491598398792
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components/areas

  14. Pass68,859 miles (+5,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,859 miles
    Test number
    276972091407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass63,740 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,740 miles
    Test number
    730415092654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,887 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,887 miles
    Test number
    786193117133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,917 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,917 miles
    Test number
    837388145009
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail54,917 miles (+7,161)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,917 miles
    Test number
    907064145051
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass47,756 miles (+7,684)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,756 miles
    Test number
    946767154056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBonnet catch stiff.

  20. Pass40,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    40,072 miles
    Test number
    437673753081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,072 miles (+8,350)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,072 miles
    Test number
    585613453066
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass31,722 miles (+9,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    31,722 miles
    Test number
    866635452043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass22,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,511 miles
    Test number
    287321231094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,510 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,510 miles
    Test number
    329021131084
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LB57 XWC

Does LB57 XWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XWC is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XWC?
The MOT on LB57 XWC is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 XWC done?
LB57 XWC was recorded at 126,123 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 6,756 miles a year.
Has LB57 XWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XWC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB57 XWC 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 XWC find?
LB57 XWC passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link; oil leak, but not excessive.

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