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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR59 OLBMOT history

LR59 OLB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LR59 OLB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
85,203 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 OLB
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
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 OLB was last recorded at 85,203 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,258 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,945 miles
Average per year
4,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,203 miles
  • 2025 – 83,258 miles
  • 2024 – 81,569 miles
  • 2023 – 79,547 miles
  • 2022 – 77,008 miles
  • 2021 – 75,175 miles
  • 2020 – 71,572 miles
  • 2019 – 69,829 miles
  • 2018 – 66,639 miles
  • 2017 – 63,600 miles
  • 2016 – 58,894 miles
  • 2015 – 52,555 miles
  • 2014 – 43,005 miles
  • 2013 – 35,452 miles
  • 2012 – 27,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,203 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure BUMPER (6.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Body not fully secure BUMPER (6.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen wipers slightly smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,203 miles (+1,945)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    85,203 miles
    Test number
    449634221177
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure BUMPER (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body not fully secure BUMPER (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass83,258 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,258 miles
    Test number
    408548577930
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slightly smearing

  3. Fail83,258 miles (+1,689)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,258 miles
    Test number
    854640907391
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slightly smearing

  4. Pass81,569 miles (+2,022)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    81,569 miles
    Test number
    478149677216
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slightly smearing

  5. Pass79,547 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    559279278916
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Front wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail79,547 miles (+2,539)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    264741362689
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Front wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass77,008 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,008 miles
    Test number
    667156098444
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail77,008 miles (+1,833)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,008 miles
    Test number
    914762027640
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass75,175 miles (+3,603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,175 miles
    Test number
    297411874319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,572 miles (+1,743)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,572 miles
    Test number
    170845484784
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass69,829 miles (+3,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,829 miles
    Test number
    963567001012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper slightly insecure

  12. Pass66,639 miles (+3,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,639 miles
    Test number
    877119011991
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass63,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,600 miles
    Test number
    135526875596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,600 miles (+4,706)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,600 miles
    Test number
    170993434802
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass58,894 miles (+6,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,894 miles
    Test number
    168014920809
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  16. Pass52,555 miles (+9,550)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,555 miles
    Test number
    514971350573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,005 miles (+7,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    43,005 miles
    Test number
    109288164247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  18. Pass35,452 miles (+7,651)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,452 miles
    Test number
    686865053258
    • 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)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split.

  19. Pass27,801 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    27,801 miles
    Test number
    525414462216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR59 OLB

Does LR59 OLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 OLB is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 OLB?
The MOT on LR59 OLB is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 OLB done?
LR59 OLB was recorded at 85,203 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 4,102 miles a year.
Has LR59 OLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 OLB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LR59 OLB 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 LR59 OLB find?
LR59 OLB passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 7 more.

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