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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB59 FBJMOT history

LB59 FBJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,841 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 FBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 FBJ was last recorded at 126,841 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 4,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,736 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,105 miles
Average per year
8,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,841 miles
  • 2025 – 122,736 miles
  • 2024 – 117,534 miles
  • 2023 – 107,027 miles
  • 2022 – 99,304 miles
  • 2021 – 92,555 miles
  • 2020 – 85,555 miles
  • 2018 – 76,683 miles
  • 2017 – 59,383 miles
  • 2016 – 50,564 miles
  • 2015 – 41,172 miles
  • 2013 – 31,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,841 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Both Track rod end & Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & void of tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,841 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,841 miles
    Test number
    648170161974
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,839 miles (+4,103)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,839 miles
    Test number
    164000970803
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,736 miles (+5,202)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,736 miles
    Test number
    520569078268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,534 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,534 miles
    Test number
    130368781263
    • AdvisoryBoth Track rod end & Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail117,534 miles (+10,507)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,534 miles
    Test number
    964532214705
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth Track rod end & Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & void of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass107,027 miles (+7,723)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    107,027 miles
    Test number
    880193443680
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass99,304 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,304 miles
    Test number
    331075537303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,292 miles (+6,737)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,292 miles
    Test number
    587664898843
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass92,555 miles (+7,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    453225351798
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass85,555 miles (+8,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,555 miles
    Test number
    612578399028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass76,683 miles (+8,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    76,683 miles
    Test number
    906876438658
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass68,669 miles (+9,286)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    68,669 miles
    Test number
    599378810457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,383 miles (+8,819)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,383 miles
    Test number
    270719249034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,564 miles (+9,392)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,564 miles
    Test number
    715050784896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,172 miles (+9,566)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,172 miles
    Test number
    186843905475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,606 miles (+9,679)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,606 miles
    Test number
    458095953347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,927 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    21,927 miles
    Test number
    379443603083
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB59 FBJ

Does LB59 FBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 FBJ is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 FBJ?
The MOT on LB59 FBJ is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 FBJ done?
LB59 FBJ was recorded at 126,841 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 8,052 miles a year.
Has LB59 FBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 FBJ has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 FBJ 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 LB59 FBJ find?
LB59 FBJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: coolant leak thermostat housing; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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