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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LD56 UXUMOT history

LD56 UXU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 177,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LD56 UXU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2025
Mileage
177,843 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 UXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD56 UXU was last recorded at 177,843 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 7,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,743 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
7,100 miles
Average per year
9,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,843 miles
  • 2024 – 170,743 miles
  • 2023 – 163,991 miles
  • 2022 – 152,729 miles
  • 2021 – 143,470 miles
  • 2020 – 134,848 miles
  • 2019 – 126,858 miles
  • 2018 – 116,546 miles
  • 2017 – 108,023 miles
  • 2016 – 102,896 miles
  • 2015 – 92,005 miles
  • 2014 – 80,624 miles
  • 2013 – 70,288 miles
  • 2012 – 60,372 miles
  • 2011 – 50,168 miles
  • 2010 – 40,939 miles
  • 2009 – 29,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,843 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail177,843 miles (+7,100)1 dangerous7 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,843 miles
    Test number
    168069170536
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass170,743 miles (+6,752)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    170,743 miles
    Test number
    138777105573
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass163,991 miles (+11,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    163,991 miles
    Test number
    302295797967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass152,729 miles (+9,259)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    152,729 miles
    Test number
    556162068388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,470 miles (+63)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,470 miles
    Test number
    855607955617
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail143,407 miles (+8,559)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,407 miles
    Test number
    351116958126
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,848 miles (+7,990)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,848 miles
    Test number
    644460929789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,858 miles (+10,312)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,858 miles
    Test number
    763807968116
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot end come away from main boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass116,546 miles (+36)4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,546 miles
    Test number
    434074992662
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive General engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance on front brakes

  10. Fail116,510 miles (+8,487)1 major4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,510 miles
    Test number
    433151913077
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive General engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance on front brakes

  11. Pass108,023 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,023 miles
    Test number
    997978056321
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to outside wall not deep enough to show cord
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail108,023 miles (+5,127)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,023 miles
    Test number
    628899492559
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to outside wall not deep enough to show cord
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass102,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    102,896 miles
    Test number
    777695527676
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded

  14. Fail102,896 miles (+10,891)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,896 miles
    Test number
    399522919562
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working rear (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded

  15. Pass92,005 miles (+11,381)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    482198278184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,624 miles (+10,336)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,624 miles
    Test number
    129258514289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,288 miles (+9,916)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,288 miles
    Test number
    547446623205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,372 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    267194912267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres have cuts in inner sidewalls not showing chords
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner

  19. Fail60,372 miles (+10,204)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    386673212242
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteHandbrake cable support bracket lose nearside rear
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres have cuts in inner sidewalls not showing chords
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner

  20. Fail50,168 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    258954011223
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass50,168 miles (+9,229)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    607744411213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,939 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,939 miles
    Test number
    702438330255
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass40,939 miles (+11,488)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    40,939 miles
    Test number
    954198230272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,451 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,451 miles
    Test number
    910121439255
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LD56 UXU

Does LD56 UXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 UXU expired on 7 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 UXU?
The MOT on LD56 UXU expired on 7 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 UXU done?
LD56 UXU was recorded at 177,843 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 9,134 miles a year.
Has LD56 UXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 UXU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 UXU 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 UXU find?
LD56 UXU failed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside rear anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, and 13 more.

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