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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LE56 MTUMOT history

LE56 MTU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 102,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2022.

LE56 MTU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2023
Mileage
102,728 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE56 MTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE56 MTU was last recorded at 102,728 miles on 21 Jun 2022, 11,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,658 miles · 5 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
11,070 miles
Average per year
5,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 102,728 miles
  • 2021 – 91,658 miles
  • 2020 – 89,815 miles
  • 2017 – 81,474 miles
  • 2016 – 72,785 miles
  • 2015 – 66,253 miles
  • 2014 – 58,789 miles
  • 2013 – 56,511 miles
  • 2012 – 51,532 miles
  • 2011 – 45,703 miles
  • 2010 – 40,506 miles
  • 2009 – 33,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,728 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,728 miles (+11,070)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,728 miles
    Test number
    390785362315
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,658 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    91,658 miles
    Test number
    522562345408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,815 miles (+8,341)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    89,815 miles
    Test number
    412910015687
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,474 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,474 miles
    Test number
    533895217168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  5. Fail81,470 miles (+8,685)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,470 miles
    Test number
    441330906907
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass72,785 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,785 miles
    Test number
    202381831785
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail72,785 miles (+6,532)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,785 miles
    Test number
    850962582423
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass66,253 miles (+7,464)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,253 miles
    Test number
    149440095482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,789 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,789 miles
    Test number
    376094764039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,511 miles (+4,979)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,511 miles
    Test number
    757715653257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,532 miles (+5,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,532 miles
    Test number
    217777052257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass45,703 miles (+5,197)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,703 miles
    Test number
    109164241222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,506 miles
    Test number
    560363360224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,506 miles (+7,399)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,506 miles
    Test number
    661753360285
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass33,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,107 miles
    Test number
    540439369250
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LE56 MTU

Does LE56 MTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE56 MTU expired on 20 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE56 MTU?
The MOT on LE56 MTU expired on 20 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE56 MTU done?
LE56 MTU was recorded at 102,728 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2022, an average of 5,467 miles a year.
Has LE56 MTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE56 MTU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on LE56 MTU 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 LE56 MTU find?
LE56 MTU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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