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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR59 XVBMOT history

LR59 XVB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 123,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LR59 XVB blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
123,043 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 XVB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 XVB was last recorded at 123,043 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 8,148 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,895 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,148 miles
Average per year
7,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,043 miles
  • 2025 – 114,895 miles
  • 2024 – 102,162 miles
  • 2023 – 94,962 miles
  • 2022 – 87,632 miles
  • 2021 – 83,747 miles
  • 2020 – 80,793 miles
  • 2019 – 77,817 miles
  • 2018 – 73,424 miles
  • 2017 – 66,841 miles
  • 2016 – 59,137 miles
  • 2015 – 46,806 miles
  • 2014 – 38,189 miles
  • 2013 – 30,302 miles
  • 2012 – 22,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,043 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    123,043 miles
    Test number
    168272932765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail123,042 miles (+8,147)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,042 miles
    Test number
    304136868760
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Pass114,895 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    114,895 miles
    Test number
    863427060767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,888 miles (+12,726)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,888 miles
    Test number
    462998015480
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass102,162 miles (+7,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    102,162 miles
    Test number
    102629444363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass94,962 miles (+7,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    94,962 miles
    Test number
    956752316334
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass87,632 miles (+3,885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,632 miles
    Test number
    325494359259
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass83,747 miles (+2,954)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,747 miles
    Test number
    764051218161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,793 miles (+2,976)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    80,793 miles
    Test number
    644137335013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve(downpipe to center pipe) clamps heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder panels prevent full inspection
  10. Pass77,817 miles (+4,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,817 miles
    Test number
    720449614094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass73,424 miles (+6,583)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,424 miles
    Test number
    812716557987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,841 miles (+7,704)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,841 miles
    Test number
    698179182506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,137 miles (+12,331)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,137 miles
    Test number
    763227405965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,806 miles (+8,617)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,806 miles
    Test number
    494477923661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,189 miles (+7,887)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    38,189 miles
    Test number
    148427304362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,302 miles (+7,618)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    30,302 miles
    Test number
    389492723326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    22,684 miles
    Test number
    619582932326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 XVB

Does LR59 XVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 XVB is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 XVB?
The MOT on LR59 XVB is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 XVB done?
LR59 XVB was recorded at 123,043 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 7,253 miles a year.
Has LR59 XVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 XVB has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 XVB 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 XVB find?
LR59 XVB passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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