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Volkswagen FOX

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB59 ORAMOT history

LB59 ORA is a black petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 29 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,586 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 ORA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 ORA was last recorded at 136,586 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 2,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,104 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,482 miles
Average per year
6,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,586 miles
  • 2025 – 134,104 miles
  • 2024 – 132,571 miles
  • 2023 – 131,479 miles
  • 2021 – 120,996 miles
  • 2020 – 108,008 miles
  • 2019 – 100,186 miles
  • 2018 – 85,174 miles
  • 2016 – 79,069 miles
  • 2015 – 71,939 miles
  • 2014 – 64,643 miles
  • 2013 – 55,501 miles
  • 2012 – 47,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,586 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, small split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,586 miles (+2,482)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,586 miles
    Test number
    201492853932
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass134,104 miles (+1,533)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    134,104 miles
    Test number
    413818456114
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass132,571 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,571 miles
    Test number
    244823991482
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail132,570 miles (+1,091)4 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,570 miles
    Test number
    413697119184
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass131,479 miles (+10,483)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    131,479 miles
    Test number
    777287173926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,996 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,996 miles
    Test number
    333512751976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,992 miles (+12,984)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,992 miles
    Test number
    394175641321
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front wishbone rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass108,008 miles (+7,822)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,008 miles
    Test number
    763714681366
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass100,186 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,186 miles
    Test number
    535087042516
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, small split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail100,180 miles (+7,625)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,180 miles
    Test number
    656462111132
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, small split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass92,555 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    152131040133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,545 miles (+7,371)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,545 miles
    Test number
    608205028829
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on min level
  13. Pass85,174 miles (+6,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,174 miles
    Test number
    797922199218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass79,069 miles (+7,130)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,069 miles
    Test number
    821837290194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,939 miles
    Test number
    126196617788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail71,938 miles (+7,295)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    334552968397
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass64,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,643 miles
    Test number
    978117654343
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail64,639 miles (+9,138)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,639 miles
    Test number
    465747854347
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass55,501 miles (+8,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,501 miles
    Test number
    687060343308
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass47,419 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    47,419 miles
    Test number
    268567342393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDust covers on both rear shock absorbers adrift
    • NoteN/s front tyre getting low
    • NoteN/s rear tyre low on outer edge

Questions about LB59 ORA

Does LB59 ORA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 ORA is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 ORA?
The MOT on LB59 ORA is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 ORA done?
LB59 ORA was recorded at 136,586 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 6,753 miles a year.
Has LB59 ORA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 ORA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB59 ORA 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 ORA find?
LB59 ORA passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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