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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LD57 VDKMOT history

LD57 VDK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

LD57 VDK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
96,604 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 VDK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 VDK was last recorded at 96,604 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 1,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,219 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,385 miles
Average per year
5,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,604 miles
  • 2025 – 95,219 miles
  • 2024 – 93,807 miles
  • 2023 – 89,044 miles
  • 2022 – 76,782 miles
  • 2021 – 72,367 miles
  • 2020 – 67,692 miles
  • 2019 – 60,640 miles
  • 2017 – 50,272 miles
  • 2016 – 41,168 miles
  • 2015 – 36,618 miles
  • 2014 – 33,199 miles
  • 2013 – 28,890 miles
  • 2012 – 24,977 miles
  • 2011 – 21,084 miles
  • 2010 – 17,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,604 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing. (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded 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 Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,604 miles (+1,385)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,604 miles
    Test number
    712826933357
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing. (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass95,219 miles (+1,412)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,219 miles
    Test number
    888139449815
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leakage of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing. (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass93,807 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    93,807 miles
    Test number
    153475384581
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail93,805 miles (+4,761)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,805 miles
    Test number
    417937838266
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass89,044 miles (+12,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,044 miles
    Test number
    527758315634
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  6. Pass76,782 miles (+4,415)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,782 miles
    Test number
    229922009757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,367 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    72,367 miles
    Test number
    108934712973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail72,347 miles (+4,655)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,347 miles
    Test number
    519750741845
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (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 Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass67,692 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    299224787325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,640 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,640 miles
    Test number
    259370715454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,626 miles (+10,354)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,626 miles
    Test number
    587205545616
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass50,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,272 miles
    Test number
    834953887072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,272 miles (+9,104)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,272 miles
    Test number
    794364699908
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps have less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
  14. Pass41,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    41,168 miles
    Test number
    522170038206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,161 miles (+4,543)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,161 miles
    Test number
    415753318601
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
  16. Pass36,618 miles (+3,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,618 miles
    Test number
    667044183506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,199 miles (+4,309)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,199 miles
    Test number
    348113104322
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall starting to perish and crack
  18. Pass28,890 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,890 miles
    Test number
    475139793257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,977 miles (+3,893)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,977 miles
    Test number
    617173192258
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer sidewalls cracking and slight cuts in nearside outer sidewall
  20. Pass21,084 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    21,084 miles
    Test number
    526128571238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    17,988 miles
    Test number
    351288290486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 VDK

Does LD57 VDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 VDK is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 VDK?
The MOT on LD57 VDK is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 VDK done?
LD57 VDK was recorded at 96,604 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 5,081 miles a year.
Has LD57 VDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 VDK has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LD57 VDK 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 VDK find?
LD57 VDK passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 5 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 7 more.

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