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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LK56 HSZMOT history

LK56 HSZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

LK56 HSZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
109,737 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 HSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 HSZ was last recorded at 109,737 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 3,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,973 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,764 miles
Average per year
5,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,737 miles
  • 2024 – 105,973 miles
  • 2023 – 103,178 miles
  • 2022 – 100,408 miles
  • 2021 – 97,761 miles
  • 2020 – 95,257 miles
  • 2019 – 93,822 miles
  • 2018 – 85,911 miles
  • 2016 – 75,771 miles
  • 2015 – 66,924 miles
  • 2014 – 58,052 miles
  • 2013 – 50,242 miles
  • 2012 – 43,908 miles
  • 2011 – 35,328 miles
  • 2010 – 26,874 miles
  • 2009 – 20,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,737 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed areas
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber cover sleeves loose

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear shockabsorber cover sleeve loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front outer sill corroded outside of prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,737 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    109,737 miles
    Test number
    952898348682
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber cover sleeves loose

  2. Fail109,737 miles (+3,764)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,737 miles
    Test number
    522152551293
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber cover sleeves loose

  3. Pass105,973 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,973 miles
    Test number
    765643954186
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shockabsorber cover sleeve loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail105,973 miles (+2,795)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,973 miles
    Test number
    875556514172
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shockabsorber cover sleeve loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass103,178 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,178 miles
    Test number
    580629917498
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall windscreen chip

  6. Fail103,174 miles (+2,766)2 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,174 miles
    Test number
    375066086377
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall windscreen chip

  7. Pass100,408 miles (+3)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,408 miles
    Test number
    542656666510
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail100,405 miles (+2,644)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,405 miles
    Test number
    247976017683
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass97,761 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,761 miles
    Test number
    131590498239
    • 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail97,761 miles (+2,504)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,761 miles
    Test number
    529366865833
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass95,257 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,257 miles
    Test number
    160935994398
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail95,257 miles (+1,435)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,257 miles
    Test number
    232555398767
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass93,822 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    989596672825
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail93,822 miles (+7,911)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    150083755206
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass85,911 miles (+10,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    273080742999
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  16. Pass75,771 miles (+8,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,771 miles
    Test number
    418493726824
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  17. Pass66,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,924 miles
    Test number
    749215326041
    • AdvisoryO/s/r & n/s/r bumper corner slight sticking out. o/s & n/s reapter lamps cracked.

  18. Fail66,924 miles (+8,872)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,924 miles
    Test number
    755359856403
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r & n/s/r bumper corner slight sticking out. o/s & n/s reapter lamps cracked.

  19. Pass58,052 miles (+7,810)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,052 miles
    Test number
    419390434407
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE SIDE WALL DAMAGE
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE SIDE WALL DAMAGE
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE UNEVEN WEAR
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE SIDE WALL DAMAGE
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE UNEVEN WEAR
    • NoteTYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM INDICATES A FAULT

  20. Pass50,242 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,242 miles
    Test number
    587983733337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Fail50,242 miles (+6,334)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,242 miles
    Test number
    548082833342
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass43,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,908 miles
    Test number
    526068522310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,908 miles (+8,580)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,908 miles
    Test number
    918757222324
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSide wall damage to o/s/f and n/s/r tyres .

  24. Pass35,328 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    35,328 miles
    Test number
    788847321305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight side wall damage to o/s/f tyre

  25. Fail35,328 miles (+8,454)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,328 miles
    Test number
    509837021320
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight side wall damage to o/s/f tyre

  26. Pass26,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,874 miles
    Test number
    850107430387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,874 miles (+6,804)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,874 miles
    Test number
    284067230398
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass20,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,070 miles
    Test number
    651291439349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 HSZ

Does LK56 HSZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 HSZ is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LK56 HSZ?
The MOT on LK56 HSZ is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 HSZ done?
LK56 HSZ was recorded at 109,737 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 5,617 miles a year.
Has LK56 HSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 HSZ has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 HSZ 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 LK56 HSZ find?
LK56 HSZ passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front outer sill corroded outside prescribed areas, and 2 more.

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