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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR59 USTMOT history

LR59 UST is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 81,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

LR59 UST grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,278 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 UST
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
11 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 UST was last recorded at 81,278 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 3,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
78,128 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,150 miles
Average per year
3,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,278 miles
  • 2025 – 78,128 miles
  • 2024 – 75,120 miles
  • 2023 – 72,767 miles
  • 2022 – 70,377 miles
  • 2021 – 67,418 miles
  • 2020 – 66,116 miles
  • 2019 – 65,104 miles
  • 2018 – 62,234 miles
  • 2017 – 59,728 miles
  • 2016 – 57,932 miles
  • 2015 – 55,865 miles
  • 2014 – 48,374 miles
  • 2013 – 43,997 miles
  • 2012 – 37,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,278 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,278 miles (+3,150)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,278 miles
    Test number
    301248552125
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
  2. Pass78,128 miles (+3,008)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    78,128 miles
    Test number
    492640058943
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass75,120 miles (+2,353)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,120 miles
    Test number
    836287821061
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass72,767 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,767 miles
    Test number
    775002383410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail72,767 miles (+2,390)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,767 miles
    Test number
    442066769860
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass70,377 miles (+2,959)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,377 miles
    Test number
    851956764399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass67,418 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,418 miles
    Test number
    201488526789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,116 miles (+1,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,116 miles
    Test number
    328301085330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass65,104 miles (+2,870)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,104 miles
    Test number
    723185540539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,234 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,234 miles
    Test number
    330330093059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,728 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,728 miles
    Test number
    529983916242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,932 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,932 miles
    Test number
    422852913785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,865 miles (+7,491)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    468928034341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,374 miles (+4,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,374 miles
    Test number
    189144824216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass43,997 miles (+6,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,997 miles
    Test number
    347786643420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass37,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,809 miles
    Test number
    515538342259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 UST

Does LR59 UST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 UST is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 UST?
The MOT on LR59 UST is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 UST done?
LR59 UST was recorded at 81,278 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 3,119 miles a year.
Has LR59 UST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 UST has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR59 UST 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 UST find?
LR59 UST passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, and 4 more.

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