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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LD56 LWRMOT history

LD56 LWR is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

LD56 LWR grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2026
Mileage
145,877 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 LWR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2026
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 LWR was last recorded at 145,877 miles on 20 May 2025, 206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,671 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
206 miles
Average per year
8,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,877 miles
  • 2024 – 137,611 miles
  • 2023 – 135,967 miles
  • 2022 – 131,178 miles
  • 2021 – 122,479 miles
  • 2020 – 115,328 miles
  • 2019 – 109,133 miles
  • 2018 – 102,256 miles
  • 2017 – 96,975 miles
  • 2016 – 82,472 miles
  • 2015 – 70,225 miles
  • 2014 – 57,447 miles
  • 2013 – 43,372 miles
  • 2012 – 33,834 miles
  • 2011 – 25,800 miles
  • 2009 – 18,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,877 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,877 miles (+206)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    145,877 miles
    Test number
    170998104454
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail145,671 miles (+8,060)6 major5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,671 miles
    Test number
    488367504041
    • 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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass137,611 miles (+1,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    137,611 miles
    Test number
    747581955814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,967 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    135,967 miles
    Test number
    633301456588
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail135,962 miles (+4,784)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,962 miles
    Test number
    375945968181
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass131,178 miles (+8,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,178 miles
    Test number
    665497875621
    • 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))

  7. Pass122,479 miles (+7,151)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,479 miles
    Test number
    842026279505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,328 miles (+6,195)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,328 miles
    Test number
    395654561471
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass109,133 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    109,133 miles
    Test number
    319467952709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,127 miles (+6,871)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,127 miles
    Test number
    936961390604
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass102,256 miles (+5,281)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,256 miles
    Test number
    233605159600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,975 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    96,975 miles
    Test number
    900429858737
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail96,975 miles (+14,503)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,975 miles
    Test number
    652674125480
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass82,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,472 miles
    Test number
    393033670411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail82,472 miles (+12,247)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,472 miles
    Test number
    243082407347
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass70,225 miles (+12,778)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,225 miles
    Test number
    307245705032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAge cracks apearing in n/s/r outer tyre wall
    • NoteN/s/f windscreen washer week

  17. Pass57,447 miles (+14,075)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,447 miles
    Test number
    859293604097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,372 miles (+9,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,372 miles
    Test number
    309224603041
    • 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)

  19. Pass33,834 miles (+8,034)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    33,834 miles
    Test number
    616214202079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,800 miles (+7,058)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,800 miles
    Test number
    255127601049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,742 miles
    Test number
    854370939383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 LWR

Does LD56 LWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 LWR expired on 19 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 LWR?
The MOT on LD56 LWR expired on 19 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 LWR done?
LD56 LWR was recorded at 145,877 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 8,213 miles a year.
Has LD56 LWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 LWR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 LWR 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 LWR find?
LD56 LWR passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with 5 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front outer prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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