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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LD56 BNKMOT history

LD56 BNK is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 172,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LD56 BNK grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
172,529 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BNK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BNK was last recorded at 172,529 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 5,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,530 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,999 miles
Average per year
8,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,529 miles
  • 2025 – 166,530 miles
  • 2024 – 151,388 miles
  • 2022 – 142,227 miles
  • 2021 – 137,315 miles
  • 2020 – 130,939 miles
  • 2019 – 123,449 miles
  • 2018 – 114,447 miles
  • 2017 – 105,714 miles
  • 2016 – 96,865 miles
  • 2015 – 87,324 miles
  • 2014 – 78,080 miles
  • 2013 – 68,016 miles
  • 2012 – 57,494 miles
  • 2011 – 47,778 miles
  • 2010 – 40,316 miles
  • 2009 – 36,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,529 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    172,529 miles
    Test number
    887641438043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail172,529 miles (+5,999)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,529 miles
    Test number
    788298560476
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass166,530 miles (+15,142)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    166,530 miles
    Test number
    321547596033
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass151,388 miles (+9,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,388 miles
    Test number
    278183948716
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,227 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    142,227 miles
    Test number
    602520894475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,315 miles (+6,376)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,315 miles
    Test number
    837956670676
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass130,939 miles (+7,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    130,939 miles
    Test number
    377288804054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,449 miles (+9,002)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,449 miles
    Test number
    477685053229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,447 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    114,447 miles
    Test number
    266417022150
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Fail114,447 miles (+8,733)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,447 miles
    Test number
    431049686584
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass105,714 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,714 miles
    Test number
    424407695289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail105,714 miles (+8,849)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,714 miles
    Test number
    517846167131
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass96,865 miles (+9,541)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    96,865 miles
    Test number
    937923322509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,324 miles
    Test number
    322432685430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,323 miles (+9,243)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,323 miles
    Test number
    465388645706
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass78,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,080 miles
    Test number
    189546384264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,079 miles (+10,063)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,079 miles
    Test number
    256146184254
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass68,016 miles (+10,522)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,016 miles
    Test number
    707854683217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass57,494 miles (+9,716)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,494 miles
    Test number
    469384482286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,778 miles (+7,462)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    47,778 miles
    Test number
    945496081242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,316 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    40,316 miles
    Test number
    424108380260
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteNearside,offside rear handbrake levers slightly stiff

  22. Fail40,316 miles (+4,013)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,316 miles
    Test number
    280798280246
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteNearside,offside rear handbrake levers slightly stiff

  23. Pass36,303 miles (+1,297)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    36,303 miles
    Test number
    401822409479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight vibration on rear tyres on rolling road

  24. Pass35,006 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,006 miles
    Test number
    720490159250
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear tyres are out of shape .

Questions about LD56 BNK

Does LD56 BNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 BNK is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BNK?
The MOT on LD56 BNK is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 BNK done?
LD56 BNK was recorded at 172,529 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 8,358 miles a year.
Has LD56 BNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BNK has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 BNK 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 LD56 BNK find?
LD56 BNK passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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