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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LR59 WVAMOT history

LR59 WVA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 176,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LR59 WVA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
176,676 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 WVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 WVA was last recorded at 176,676 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 7,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,084 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,592 miles
Average per year
9,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,676 miles
  • 2025 – 169,084 miles
  • 2024 – 156,112 miles
  • 2023 – 143,785 miles
  • 2022 – 129,924 miles
  • 2021 – 119,098 miles
  • 2020 – 113,621 miles
  • 2019 – 107,406 miles
  • 2018 – 100,101 miles
  • 2017 – 91,251 miles
  • 2016 – 82,347 miles
  • 2015 – 69,646 miles
  • 2014 – 59,956 miles
  • 2013 – 51,784 miles
  • 2012 – 44,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,676 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Electrical wiring inadequately secured stereo/amp power cable loosely installed through n/s door/hinge gap. possible chafing hazard.

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,676 miles (+7,592)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    176,676 miles
    Test number
    336402606008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass169,084 miles (+12,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    169,084 miles
    Test number
    461971590613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,112 miles (+12,327)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    156,112 miles
    Test number
    443243597348
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured stereo/amp power cable loosely installed through n/s door/hinge gap. possible chafing hazard. (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front incorrect sized disc fitted to n/s/f. brake performance/imbalance ok and disc fitted ok.
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass143,785 miles (+101)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    143,785 miles
    Test number
    121514037051
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured stereo/amp power cable loosely installed through n/s door/hinge gap. possible chafing hazard. (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Fail143,684 miles (+13,760)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,684 miles
    Test number
    848730072043
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured stereo/amp power cable loosely installed through n/s door/hinge gap. possible chafing hazard. (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass129,924 miles (+35)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    129,924 miles
    Test number
    272002669455
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp loose. unlikely to become detached (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSR and OSR lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NSR and OSR front trailing arm mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail129,889 miles (+10,791)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,889 miles
    Test number
    248740305775
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp loose. unlikely to become detached (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSR and OSR lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NSR and OSR front trailing arm mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,098 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,098 miles
    Test number
    523559423981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,082 miles (+5,461)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,082 miles
    Test number
    634608481620
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass113,621 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,621 miles
    Test number
    515617828025
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail113,621 miles (+6,215)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,621 miles
    Test number
    666395519437
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass107,406 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,406 miles
    Test number
    491301417071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,101 miles (+8,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    100,101 miles
    Test number
    759222085228
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass91,251 miles (+8,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,251 miles
    Test number
    847317260248
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  15. Pass82,347 miles (+12,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,347 miles
    Test number
    164657429314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass69,646 miles (+9,690)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    69,646 miles
    Test number
    501359302338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,956 miles (+8,172)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,956 miles
    Test number
    397141964479
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear wiper dett

  18. Pass51,784 miles (+7,070)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,784 miles
    Test number
    708285883223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,714 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,714 miles
    Test number
    277170772251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,652 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,652 miles
    Test number
    737746712271
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR59 WVA

Does LR59 WVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 WVA is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 WVA?
The MOT on LR59 WVA is valid until 19 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 WVA done?
LR59 WVA was recorded at 176,676 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 9,400 miles a year.
Has LR59 WVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 WVA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR59 WVA 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 WVA find?
LR59 WVA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm, and 1 more.

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