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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LD56 UXYMOT history

LD56 UXY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 179,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

LD56 UXY blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
179,346 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 UXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 UXY was last recorded at 179,346 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 1,797 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,549 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,797 miles
Average per year
6,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,346 miles
  • 2025 – 177,549 miles
  • 2024 – 175,185 miles
  • 2023 – 172,929 miles
  • 2022 – 170,830 miles
  • 2021 – 167,819 miles
  • 2020 – 163,377 miles
  • 2019 – 157,544 miles
  • 2018 – 153,173 miles
  • 2017 – 147,526 miles
  • 2015 – 142,308 miles
  • 2014 – 132,413 miles
  • 2013 – 125,213 miles
  • 2012 – 118,078 miles
  • 2011 – 109,767 miles
  • 2010 – 95,573 miles
  • 2009 – 71,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,346 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAreas of corrosionRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass179,346 miles (+1,797)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    179,346 miles
    Test number
    191622228557
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion
  2. Pass177,549 miles (+2,364)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    177,549 miles
    Test number
    782727414734
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion
  3. Pass175,185 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    175,185 miles
    Test number
    474967312218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,929 miles (+2,099)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    172,929 miles
    Test number
    796080196259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass170,830 miles (+3,011)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    170,830 miles
    Test number
    629283394884
    • 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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass167,819 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    167,819 miles
    Test number
    816390101267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail167,814 miles (+4,437)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,814 miles
    Test number
    883087059387
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken BROKEN (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working side repeater in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lense slightly damaged
  8. Pass163,377 miles (+5,833)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    163,377 miles
    Test number
    766094842752
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass157,544 miles (+4,371)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    157,544 miles
    Test number
    704428958500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass153,173 miles (+5,647)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    153,173 miles
    Test number
    928031840986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,526 miles (+5,218)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    147,526 miles
    Test number
    720670260224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,308 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    142,308 miles
    Test number
    636616283773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass140,765 miles (+8,352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    140,765 miles
    Test number
    753725168790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass132,413 miles (+7,200)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    132,413 miles
    Test number
    949822174217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,213 miles (+7,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    125,213 miles
    Test number
    349035473480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass118,078 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    118,078 miles
    Test number
    349761172217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,900 miles (+8,133)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,900 miles
    Test number
    677555362255
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  18. Pass109,767 miles (+14,194)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    109,767 miles
    Test number
    425836971283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,573 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    95,573 miles
    Test number
    941846260277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail95,565 miles (+23,946)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,565 miles
    Test number
    322355160416
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  21. Pass71,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,619 miles
    Test number
    720715969219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 UXY

Does LD56 UXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 UXY is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 UXY?
The MOT on LD56 UXY is valid until 15 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 UXY done?
LD56 UXY was recorded at 179,346 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 6,568 miles a year.
Has LD56 UXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 UXY has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LD56 UXY 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 UXY find?
LD56 UXY passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm, and 7 more.

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