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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LD57 USJMOT history

LD57 USJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 182,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

LD57 USJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
182,528 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 USJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 USJ was last recorded at 182,528 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 7,032 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,496 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,032 miles
Average per year
9,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,528 miles
  • 2024 – 175,496 miles
  • 2023 – 167,450 miles
  • 2022 – 160,536 miles
  • 2021 – 154,582 miles
  • 2020 – 148,803 miles
  • 2019 – 141,031 miles
  • 2018 – 129,478 miles
  • 2017 – 118,872 miles
  • 2016 – 110,789 miles
  • 2015 – 98,579 miles
  • 2014 – 86,245 miles
  • 2013 – 75,841 miles
  • 2012 – 63,809 miles
  • 2011 – 49,394 miles
  • 2010 – 34,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,528 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    182,528 miles
    Test number
    664010765689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail182,528 miles (+7,032)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,528 miles
    Test number
    653116330592
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass175,496 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    175,496 miles
    Test number
    101899779676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail175,386 miles (+7,936)5 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,386 miles
    Test number
    854537572448
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass167,450 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,450 miles
    Test number
    287955552949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,361 miles (+6,825)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,361 miles
    Test number
    980748759197
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass160,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,536 miles
    Test number
    879393597013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail160,536 miles (+5,954)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,536 miles
    Test number
    190684688934
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass154,582 miles (+246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,582 miles
    Test number
    233389584175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail154,336 miles (+5,533)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,336 miles
    Test number
    444531568431
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass148,803 miles (+7,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,803 miles
    Test number
    861785082430
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass141,031 miles (+11,553)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,031 miles
    Test number
    455420191470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass129,478 miles (+10,606)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    129,478 miles
    Test number
    166102897046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass118,872 miles (+8,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    118,872 miles
    Test number
    423232398167
    • 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)

  15. Pass110,789 miles (+12,210)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    110,789 miles
    Test number
    293686803410
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear , both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass98,579 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,579 miles
    Test number
    213330111225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view prior to test

  17. Fail98,579 miles (+12,334)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,579 miles
    Test number
    334909326249
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view prior to test

  18. Pass86,245 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,245 miles
    Test number
    277856674297
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail86,245 miles (+10,404)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,245 miles
    Test number
    829396674293
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine oil low on dipstick

  20. Pass75,841 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    75,841 miles
    Test number
    805831283286
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail75,841 miles (+12,032)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,841 miles
    Test number
    918891783295
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass63,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    63,809 miles
    Test number
    857884262268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail63,809 miles (+14,415)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,809 miles
    Test number
    315204562400
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass49,394 miles (+15,271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,394 miles
    Test number
    326209861412
    • NoteRear discs slightly scored

  25. Pass34,123 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,123 miles
    Test number
    114874940262
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LD57 USJ

Does LD57 USJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 USJ is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD57 USJ?
The MOT on LD57 USJ is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 USJ done?
LD57 USJ was recorded at 182,528 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 9,816 miles a year.
Has LD57 USJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 USJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 USJ 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 LD57 USJ find?
LD57 USJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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