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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LP09 BUAMOT history

LP09 BUA is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 103,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

LP09 BUA grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
103,429 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP09 BUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
6 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP09 BUA was last recorded at 103,429 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 550 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,879 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
550 miles
Average per year
3,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,429 miles
  • 2024 – 102,098 miles
  • 2023 – 101,075 miles
  • 2022 – 99,078 miles
  • 2021 – 97,443 miles
  • 2020 – 96,482 miles
  • 2019 – 88,172 miles
  • 2018 – 81,402 miles
  • 2017 – 74,975 miles
  • 2016 – 70,027 miles
  • 2015 – 65,991 miles
  • 2014 – 63,423 miles
  • 2013 – 56,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,429 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,429 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    103,429 miles
    Test number
    880899813354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail103,429 miles (+550)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,429 miles
    Test number
    560385116812
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass102,879 miles (+781)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,879 miles
    Test number
    680194777076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail102,098 miles (+1,023)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,098 miles
    Test number
    871527079709
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,075 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,075 miles
    Test number
    592581325149
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail101,075 miles (+1,997)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,075 miles
    Test number
    122621318026
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass99,078 miles (+1,635)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,078 miles
    Test number
    365371589423
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass97,443 miles (+961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,443 miles
    Test number
    749128706741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass96,482 miles (+8,310)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,482 miles
    Test number
    885231259153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,172 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,172 miles
    Test number
    375471001235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to inner edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail88,172 miles (+6,770)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,172 miles
    Test number
    400771992665
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to inner edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass81,402 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,402 miles
    Test number
    109553383360
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover

  13. Fail81,402 miles (+6,427)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,402 miles
    Test number
    827037272462
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover

  14. Pass74,975 miles (+4,948)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,975 miles
    Test number
    759934488281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryTray's fitted

  15. Pass70,027 miles (+4,036)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,027 miles
    Test number
    350628864415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer and offside front outer tyres walls damaged no ply or cord exposed
    • 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 Rear Outer tyre wall damaged no ply or cords exposed
    • AdvisoryRear child car seats

  16. Pass65,991 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,991 miles
    Test number
    458308635103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    338483374041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,423 miles (+7,254)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    279523274036
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper blade needs replacing

  19. Pass56,169 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    117144903488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail56,169 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    665884503081
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LP09 BUA

Does LP09 BUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP09 BUA is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP09 BUA?
The MOT on LP09 BUA is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP09 BUA done?
LP09 BUA was recorded at 103,429 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 3,681 miles a year.
Has LP09 BUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP09 BUA has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LP09 BUA 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 LP09 BUA find?
LP09 BUA passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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