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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LP59 RBVMOT history

LP59 RBV is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 172,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LP59 RBV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
172,067 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP59 RBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP59 RBV was last recorded at 172,067 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 7,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,495 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
7,572 miles
Average per year
8,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,067 miles
  • 2025 – 164,495 miles
  • 2024 – 151,844 miles
  • 2023 – 140,597 miles
  • 2022 – 131,073 miles
  • 2021 – 117,403 miles
  • 2020 – 110,834 miles
  • 2019 – 109,667 miles
  • 2018 – 105,968 miles
  • 2017 – 102,451 miles
  • 2016 – 98,646 miles
  • 2015 – 90,479 miles
  • 2014 – 80,237 miles
  • 2013 – 70,845 miles
  • 2012 – 60,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,067 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rev limited

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,067 miles (+7,572)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    172,067 miles
    Test number
    884195124981
    • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass164,495 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    164,495 miles
    Test number
    499055510925
    • AdvisoryRev limited
  3. Fail164,476 miles (+12,632)3 dangerous4 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,476 miles
    Test number
    719128206666
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRev limited
  4. Pass151,844 miles (+11,247)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    151,844 miles
    Test number
    398016887093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Top strut mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass140,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    140,597 miles
    Test number
    972554447072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail140,597 miles (+9,524)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,597 miles
    Test number
    185152132219
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass131,073 miles (+13,670)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    131,073 miles
    Test number
    104694587538
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass117,403 miles (+6,569)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,403 miles
    Test number
    725476129713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,834 miles (+1,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,834 miles
    Test number
    499335450608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels slight bind
  10. Pass109,667 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,667 miles
    Test number
    694620685886
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  11. Fail109,662 miles (+3,694)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,662 miles
    Test number
    210910321801
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  12. Pass105,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,968 miles
    Test number
    447267013035
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have no tread on inner or outer edges
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  13. Fail105,968 miles (+3,517)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,968 miles
    Test number
    105731236635
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have no tread on inner or outer edges
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  14. Pass102,451 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    102,451 miles
    Test number
    614598617898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,646 miles (+8,167)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    98,646 miles
    Test number
    409908990507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,479 miles (+10,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,479 miles
    Test number
    899102619481
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass80,237 miles (+9,392)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,237 miles
    Test number
    975936824375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,845 miles (+10,600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,845 miles
    Test number
    445304123378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass60,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,245 miles
    Test number
    566121432329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP59 RBV

Does LP59 RBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP59 RBV is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP59 RBV?
The MOT on LP59 RBV is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP59 RBV done?
LP59 RBV was recorded at 172,067 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 8,056 miles a year.
Has LP59 RBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP59 RBV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LP59 RBV 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 LP59 RBV find?
LP59 RBV passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, but not excessively all; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 2 more.

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