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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB59 MSXMOT history

LB59 MSX is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,805 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 MSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 MSX was last recorded at 74,805 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 3,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,911 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,894 miles
Average per year
4,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,805 miles
  • 2025 – 70,911 miles
  • 2024 – 66,343 miles
  • 2023 – 62,838 miles
  • 2022 – 60,681 miles
  • 2021 – 59,008 miles
  • 2020 – 57,441 miles
  • 2019 – 52,471 miles
  • 2017 – 50,621 miles
  • 2016 – 43,900 miles
  • 2015 – 37,847 miles
  • 2014 – 30,881 miles
  • 2013 – 26,018 miles
  • 2012 – 21,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,805 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,805 miles (+3,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,805 miles
    Test number
    917327734100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass70,911 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    70,911 miles
    Test number
    915407022011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail70,901 miles (+4,558)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,901 miles
    Test number
    502466092811
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components rear arm bush incorrectly fitted (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components rear arm bush incorrectly fitted (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass66,343 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    66,343 miles
    Test number
    450160632144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail66,298 miles (+3,460)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,298 miles
    Test number
    717227383011
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass62,838 miles (+2,157)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,838 miles
    Test number
    460785827285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    60,681 miles
    Test number
    472914455090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,681 miles (+1,673)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,681 miles
    Test number
    268128815339
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass59,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,008 miles
    Test number
    255346166684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,008 miles (+1,567)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,008 miles
    Test number
    276139150002
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  11. Pass57,441 miles (+4,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,441 miles
    Test number
    465559567648
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass52,471 miles (+1,850)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,471 miles
    Test number
    752261628892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,621 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,621 miles
    Test number
    414894168449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    43,900 miles
    Test number
    829539116541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,900 miles (+6,053)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,900 miles
    Test number
    597978755596
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass37,847 miles (+6,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,847 miles
    Test number
    252207065148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass30,881 miles (+4,863)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,881 miles
    Test number
    866728704349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,018 miles (+4,167)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,018 miles
    Test number
    875609113394
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn heavy on edges and has deep cut in tread not 25mm in length.

  19. Pass21,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    21,851 miles
    Test number
    968855822397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 MSX

Does LB59 MSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 MSX is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 MSX?
The MOT on LB59 MSX is valid until 29 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 MSX done?
LB59 MSX was recorded at 74,805 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 4,017 miles a year.
Has LB59 MSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 MSX has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 MSX 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 MSX find?
LB59 MSX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front lower oil leak, but not excessive.

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