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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LD56 ULCMOT history

LD56 ULC is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 39,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

LD56 ULC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
39,244 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 ULC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 ULC was last recorded at 39,244 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,171 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
1,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,244 miles
  • 2025 – 39,171 miles
  • 2024 – 39,061 miles
  • 2022 – 38,934 miles
  • 2021 – 38,339 miles
  • 2019 – 36,325 miles
  • 2018 – 33,821 miles
  • 2017 – 31,427 miles
  • 2016 – 29,120 miles
  • 2015 – 27,064 miles
  • 2014 – 23,540 miles
  • 2013 – 20,486 miles
  • 2012 – 16,639 miles
  • 2010 – 13,066 miles
  • 2009 – 10,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,244 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine management light on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,244 miles (+73)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    39,244 miles
    Test number
    849611851708
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass39,171 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    39,171 miles
    Test number
    417520184561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass39,061 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    39,061 miles
    Test number
    945909452454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass38,934 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    38,934 miles
    Test number
    905552898584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail38,933 miles (+594)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,933 miles
    Test number
    768035591365
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  6. Pass38,339 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    38,339 miles
    Test number
    342814056087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail38,338 miles (+2,013)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,338 miles
    Test number
    659463868852
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working mirror. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass36,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    36,325 miles
    Test number
    803934248265
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps cloudy.

  9. Fail36,325 miles (+2,504)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,325 miles
    Test number
    707309920326
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps cloudy.

  10. Pass33,821 miles (+2,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    33,821 miles
    Test number
    817126104385
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass31,427 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,427 miles
    Test number
    291939447347
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dash
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail31,425 miles (+2,305)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,425 miles
    Test number
    473740242102
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dash
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass29,120 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,120 miles
    Test number
    111882951491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,064 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    27,064 miles
    Test number
    437785225227
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail27,064 miles (+3,524)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,064 miles
    Test number
    535845025252
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass23,540 miles (+3,054)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    23,540 miles
    Test number
    916778514277
    • NoteEngine management lamp on.
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inside edge.
    • NoteRear tyres cracking outside edge.

  17. Pass20,486 miles (+3,847)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    20,486 miles
    Test number
    546559913250
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking of sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking of sidewall

  18. Pass16,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    16,639 miles
    Test number
    217228432179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail16,639 miles (+3,573)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,639 miles
    Test number
    118537432134
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass13,066 miles (+2,848)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    13,066 miles
    Test number
    753269300313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    10,218 miles
    Test number
    381403109362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail10,218 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,218 miles
    Test number
    363513809354
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LD56 ULC

Does LD56 ULC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 ULC is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 ULC?
The MOT on LD56 ULC is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 ULC done?
LD56 ULC was recorded at 39,244 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 1,745 miles a year.
Has LD56 ULC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 ULC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LD56 ULC 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 ULC find?
LD56 ULC passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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