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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LD56 BRVMOT history

LD56 BRV is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 175,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2025.

LD56 BRV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2026
Mileage
175,624 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BRV
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
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BRV was last recorded at 175,624 miles on 3 Jan 2025, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,601 miles · 10 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
9,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,624 miles
  • 2024 – 175,601 miles
  • 2023 – 162,719 miles
  • 2022 – 151,633 miles
  • 2021 – 141,785 miles
  • 2020 – 133,433 miles
  • 2019 – 124,358 miles
  • 2018 – 114,651 miles
  • 2017 – 105,822 miles
  • 2016 – 96,170 miles
  • 2015 – 87,677 miles
  • 2014 – 78,070 miles
  • 2013 – 69,401 miles
  • 2012 – 59,144 miles
  • 2010 – 42,832 miles
  • 2009 – 33,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,624 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,624 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    175,624 miles
    Test number
    535945735637
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail175,601 miles (+12,882)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,601 miles
    Test number
    194184379286
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass162,719 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    162,719 miles
    Test number
    415200143747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail162,717 miles (+11,084)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,717 miles
    Test number
    254595893178
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass151,633 miles (+9,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    151,633 miles
    Test number
    803217943704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Pass141,785 miles (+8,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    141,785 miles
    Test number
    571992778496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass133,433 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,433 miles
    Test number
    857449482047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail133,433 miles (+9,075)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,433 miles
    Test number
    170343900632
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass124,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,358 miles
    Test number
    476599538743
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail124,356 miles (+9,705)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,356 miles
    Test number
    995624163371
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass114,651 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,651 miles
    Test number
    277237914556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,649 miles (+8,827)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,649 miles
    Test number
    731733913825
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass105,822 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,822 miles
    Test number
    329494908385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Fail105,822 miles (+9,652)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,822 miles
    Test number
    759536420085
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass96,170 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    96,170 miles
    Test number
    974468062132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail96,162 miles (+8,485)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,162 miles
    Test number
    283985149458
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S REAR BRAKE SLIGHT BINDING

  17. Pass87,677 miles (+8)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,677 miles
    Test number
    815287555075
    • DangerousBoth front tyres low on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light on

  18. Fail87,669 miles (+9,599)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,669 miles
    Test number
    787045855090
    • DangerousBoth front tyres low on edges
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass78,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,070 miles
    Test number
    109785834485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,070 miles (+8,669)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,070 miles
    Test number
    127690034442
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass69,401 miles (+3)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,401 miles
    Test number
    748383743043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail69,398 miles (+10,254)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,398 miles
    Test number
    926702643090
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass59,144 miles (+3)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,144 miles
    Test number
    488051362010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyre low on edge's
    • NoteRear disc's lipped

  24. Fail59,141 miles (+16,309)1 failure2 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,141 miles
    Test number
    628560662098
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyre low on edge's
    • NoteRear disc's lipped

  25. Pass42,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,832 miles
    Test number
    812667430283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,832 miles (+9,624)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,832 miles
    Test number
    102867930235
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass33,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,208 miles
    Test number
    871654849200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 BRV

Does LD56 BRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 BRV expired on 2 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BRV?
The MOT on LD56 BRV expired on 2 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 BRV done?
LD56 BRV was recorded at 175,624 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2025, an average of 9,284 miles a year.
Has LD56 BRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BRV has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LD56 BRV 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 BRV find?
LD56 BRV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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