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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LE57 GSZMOT history

LE57 GSZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 133,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

LE57 GSZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,669 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 GSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 GSZ was last recorded at 133,669 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 1,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
132,224 miles · 18 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,445 miles
Average per year
5,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,669 miles
  • 2025 – 132,224 miles
  • 2024 – 128,790 miles
  • 2023 – 125,327 miles
  • 2022 – 116,554 miles
  • 2021 – 100,590 miles
  • 2020 – 94,666 miles
  • 2019 – 90,096 miles
  • 2018 – 85,431 miles
  • 2017 – 78,752 miles
  • 2016 – 72,307 miles
  • 2014 – 66,497 miles
  • 2013 – 63,157 miles
  • 2012 – 55,490 miles
  • 2011 – 41,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,669 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,669 miles (+1,445)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,669 miles
    Test number
    769730799773
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,224 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,224 miles
    Test number
    957475895001
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail132,220 miles (+3,430)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,220 miles
    Test number
    111550359521
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass128,790 miles (+3,463)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    128,790 miles
    Test number
    124583240452
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged

  5. Pass125,327 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,327 miles
    Test number
    581232964253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,327 miles (+8,773)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,327 miles
    Test number
    255521369736
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,554 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,554 miles
    Test number
    976360180703
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail116,554 miles (+15,964)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,554 miles
    Test number
    108686454736
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,590 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,590 miles
    Test number
    934395019296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail100,590 miles (+5,924)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,590 miles
    Test number
    310244415169
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass94,666 miles (+4,570)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,666 miles
    Test number
    880098085613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    275477551742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail90,096 miles (+4,665)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    910915237959
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass85,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,431 miles
    Test number
    365801654129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,431 miles (+6,679)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,431 miles
    Test number
    927690348725
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  16. Pass78,752 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,752 miles
    Test number
    137032974967
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail78,752 miles (+6,445)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,752 miles
    Test number
    962629783301
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass72,307 miles (+5,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,307 miles
    Test number
    341179943812
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass66,497 miles (+3,340)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,497 miles
    Test number
    799187974111
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Pass63,157 miles (+7,667)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,157 miles
    Test number
    746415473115
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3mm
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen
    • NoteWiper blades slightly smearing

  21. Pass55,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,490 miles
    Test number
    815432732155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,490 miles (+13,509)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,490 miles
    Test number
    858182932132
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass41,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,981 miles
    Test number
    135192151071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 GSZ

Does LE57 GSZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 GSZ is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 GSZ?
The MOT on LE57 GSZ is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 GSZ done?
LE57 GSZ was recorded at 133,669 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 5,872 miles a year.
Has LE57 GSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 GSZ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 GSZ 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 GSZ find?
LE57 GSZ passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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