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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR59 YFCMOT history

LR59 YFC is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 162,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

LR59 YFC red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2026
Mileage
162,105 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 YFC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 YFC was last recorded at 162,105 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,595 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
510 miles
Average per year
9,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,105 miles
  • 2024 – 135,434 miles
  • 2023 – 104,621 miles
  • 2022 – 95,600 miles
  • 2021 – 90,955 miles
  • 2020 – 88,122 miles
  • 2019 – 81,106 miles
  • 2018 – 74,559 miles
  • 2017 – 68,185 miles
  • 2016 – 61,978 miles
  • 2015 – 54,667 miles
  • 2014 – 46,647 miles
  • 2012 – 36,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,105 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone 'A' not exceeding 10mm

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,105 miles (+510)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    162,105 miles
    Test number
    587534399717
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail161,595 miles (+26,161)8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,595 miles
    Test number
    157401916923
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass135,434 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    135,434 miles
    Test number
    480845036143
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone 'A' not exceeding 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail135,434 miles (+30,813)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,434 miles
    Test number
    384093019050
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear glass missing (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone 'A' not exceeding 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,621 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,621 miles
    Test number
    201554041637
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subfame corroded

  6. Fail104,621 miles (+9,021)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,621 miles
    Test number
    925176976426
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subfame corroded

  7. Pass95,600 miles (+4,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,600 miles
    Test number
    474820244355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass90,955 miles (+2,833)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,955 miles
    Test number
    631866922696
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  9. Pass88,122 miles (+7,016)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,122 miles
    Test number
    354713050473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs / pads signs of overheating
    • AdvisoryZero emissions no data recorded

  10. Pass81,106 miles (+6,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,106 miles
    Test number
    744232094937
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass74,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,559 miles
    Test number
    581489317679
    • AdvisoryEmissions unreadable 00.00

  12. Fail74,559 miles (+6,374)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,559 miles
    Test number
    617861468759
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEmissions unreadable 00.00

  13. Pass68,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,185 miles
    Test number
    437234444148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,185 miles (+6,207)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,185 miles
    Test number
    675988916782
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass61,978 miles (+7,311)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,978 miles
    Test number
    484814651441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,667 miles (+8,020)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,667 miles
    Test number
    158397855412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,647 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,647 miles
    Test number
    609395334008
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail46,647 miles (+9,842)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,647 miles
    Test number
    686505434029
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass36,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    36,805 miles
    Test number
    337743932296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,805 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,805 miles
    Test number
    567173332281
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR59 YFC

Does LR59 YFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR59 YFC expired on 28 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR59 YFC?
The MOT on LR59 YFC expired on 28 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR59 YFC done?
LR59 YFC was recorded at 162,105 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 9,684 miles a year.
Has LR59 YFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 YFC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR59 YFC 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 YFC find?
LR59 YFC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front gearbox mounting defective, and 3 more.

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