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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LE57 EPOMOT history

LE57 EPO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 173,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2024.

LE57 EPO silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2025
Mileage
173,203 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 EPO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 EPO was last recorded at 173,203 miles on 5 Jan 2024, 3,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,414 miles · 6 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,789 miles
Average per year
10,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 173,203 miles
  • 2023 – 169,414 miles
  • 2022 – 161,237 miles
  • 2021 – 155,019 miles
  • 2020 – 155,004 miles
  • 2019 – 145,163 miles
  • 2018 – 132,504 miles
  • 2017 – 117,565 miles
  • 2016 – 102,746 miles
  • 2015 – 89,673 miles
  • 2014 – 67,982 miles
  • 2013 – 53,985 miles
  • 2012 – 44,908 miles
  • 2011 – 35,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,203 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine under tray loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,203 miles (+3,789)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    173,203 miles
    Test number
    902500000855
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass169,414 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    169,414 miles
    Test number
    829073525940
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray loose

  3. Fail169,414 miles (+8,177)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,414 miles
    Test number
    232839294286
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray loose

  4. Pass161,237 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    161,237 miles
    Test number
    247596715303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail161,235 miles (+6,216)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,235 miles
    Test number
    351236577922
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive noise from engine,black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass155,019 miles (+15)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    155,019 miles
    Test number
    407459724916
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Fail155,004 miles (+9,841)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,004 miles
    Test number
    486636398322
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  8. Pass145,163 miles (+12,659)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,163 miles
    Test number
    401785512700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,504 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    132,504 miles
    Test number
    488690156111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail132,504 miles (+14,939)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,504 miles
    Test number
    625207429687
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass117,565 miles (+14,819)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    117,565 miles
    Test number
    564700304597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,746 miles (+13,073)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,746 miles
    Test number
    596317984127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    89,673 miles
    Test number
    567285815522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,673 miles (+6,950)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,673 miles
    Test number
    360284907490
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)

  15. Pass82,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,723 miles
    Test number
    256471965030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,723 miles (+14,741)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,723 miles
    Test number
    806711565061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass67,982 miles (+13,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,982 miles
    Test number
    395571434027
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass53,985 miles (+9,077)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,985 miles
    Test number
    139703733464
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass44,908 miles (+9,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,908 miles
    Test number
    736559852019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass35,873 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,873 miles
    Test number
    608874951097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUndertray

Questions about LE57 EPO

Does LE57 EPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 EPO expired on 6 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 EPO?
The MOT on LE57 EPO expired on 6 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 EPO done?
LE57 EPO was recorded at 173,203 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2024, an average of 10,675 miles a year.
Has LE57 EPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 EPO has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LE57 EPO 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 LE57 EPO find?
LE57 EPO passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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