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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LD57 USOMOT history

LD57 USO is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 99,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2024.

LD57 USO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2023
Mileage
99,861 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 USO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD57 USO was last recorded at 99,861 miles on 12 Apr 2024, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Sept 2012: 24,352 miles, lower than 36,857 miles on 26 Sept 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,847 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
5,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,861 miles
  • 2023 – 99,847 miles
  • 2022 – 97,515 miles
  • 2020 – 95,706 miles
  • 2019 – 91,929 miles
  • 2018 – 90,451 miles
  • 2017 – 90,335 miles
  • 2016 – 84,325 miles
  • 2015 – 71,968 miles
  • 2014 – 62,368 miles
  • 2013 – 52,909 miles
  • 2012 – 24,352 miles
  • 2011 – 36,857 miles
  • 2010 – 25,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail99,861 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view ZONE "A" (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside and nearside rear suspension front arm inner bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear tyre perrishing and slightly out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail99,861 miles (+14)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,861 miles
    Test number
    429577116569
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view ZONE "A" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding

  2. Fail99,847 miles (+2,332)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,847 miles
    Test number
    273173922583
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation Offside rear brakes not working until Nearside rear locks? (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe slight hole/leaking, slight leak around rear box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and Nearside front most lower arm bushes badly splitting but showing no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass97,515 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,515 miles
    Test number
    167934977359
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear suspension front arm inner bushes deteriorated

  4. Fail97,515 miles (+1,809)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,515 miles
    Test number
    538745843281
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear suspension front arm inner bushes deteriorated

  5. Pass95,706 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,706 miles
    Test number
    764178966862
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear suspension front arm inner bushes deteriorated

  6. Fail95,706 miles (+3,777)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,706 miles
    Test number
    247811404805
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear suspension front arm inner bushes deteriorated

  7. Pass91,929 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,929 miles
    Test number
    413317202568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    90,451 miles
    Test number
    962238370974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,451 miles (+116)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,451 miles
    Test number
    179075838291
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,335 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,335 miles
    Test number
    661730440715
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perrishing and slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail90,332 miles (+6,007)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,332 miles
    Test number
    123284156576
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perrishing and slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass84,325 miles (+12,357)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,325 miles
    Test number
    875113615533
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to the rear unable to fully inspect adult rear seat belts
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight front number plate damage

  13. Pass71,968 miles (+9,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,968 miles
    Test number
    919007135434
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch sticking

  14. Pass62,368 miles (+9,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,368 miles
    Test number
    995985964219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass52,909 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,909 miles
    Test number
    779534763272
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail52,909 miles (+28,557)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,909 miles
    Test number
    226563063236
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass24,352 miles (-12,505)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,352 miles
    Test number
    916608762250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear track arm bushes split

  18. Pass36,857 miles (+11,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,857 miles
    Test number
    498469761213
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass25,669 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    25,669 miles
    Test number
    444679940292
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LD57 USO

Does LD57 USO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD57 USO expired on 5 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD57 USO?
The MOT on LD57 USO expired on 5 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD57 USO done?
LD57 USO was recorded at 99,861 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2024, an average of 5,456 miles a year.
Has LD57 USO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 USO has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LD57 USO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD57 USO find?
LD57 USO failed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2024 with 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 8 more.

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