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Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LR59 YGVMOT history

LR59 YGV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LR59 YGV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,780 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 YGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 YGV was last recorded at 98,780 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 2,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,941 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,839 miles
Average per year
5,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,780 miles
  • 2025 – 95,941 miles
  • 2024 – 93,239 miles
  • 2023 – 89,950 miles
  • 2022 – 85,716 miles
  • 2021 – 81,058 miles
  • 2019 – 72,405 miles
  • 2018 – 67,331 miles
  • 2017 – 60,512 miles
  • 2016 – 53,456 miles
  • 2015 – 45,337 miles
  • 2014 – 43,924 miles
  • 2013 – 32,893 miles
  • 2012 – 23,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,780 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tested in wet condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Undertrays/covers fitted to underside- obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,780 miles (+2,839)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,780 miles
    Test number
    692002418093
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass95,941 miles (+2,702)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    95,941 miles
    Test number
    606658027767
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,239 miles (+13)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    93,239 miles
    Test number
    446742536375
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/covers fitted to underside- obscuring some components

  4. Fail93,226 miles (+3,276)2 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,226 miles
    Test number
    182827406974
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/covers fitted to underside- obscuring some components

  5. Pass89,950 miles (+4,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,950 miles
    Test number
    402104387256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,716 miles (+4,658)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,716 miles
    Test number
    293216470547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,058 miles (+8,653)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,058 miles
    Test number
    165253199452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,405 miles (+5,074)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,405 miles
    Test number
    449112139877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,331 miles (+6,819)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,331 miles
    Test number
    632279878213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEmissions test carried out - results to low to record and produce printout
    • AdvisoryOffside upper windscreen damaged in zone :A: - not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  10. Pass60,512 miles (+7,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,512 miles
    Test number
    294935647625
    • AdvisorySee documents attached

  11. Pass53,456 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,456 miles
    Test number
    856653026469
    • AdvisoryOffside upper windscreen chipped - not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning on - recommend further inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail53,456 miles (+8,119)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,456 miles
    Test number
    980614409395
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside upper windscreen chipped - not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning on - recommend further inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass45,337 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,337 miles
    Test number
    317869965042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,924 miles (+11,031)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,924 miles
    Test number
    556023264027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,893 miles (+9,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,893 miles
    Test number
    908805843016
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass23,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,153 miles
    Test number
    439602982067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,153 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,153 miles
    Test number
    335951582047
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LR59 YGV

Does LR59 YGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 YGV is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 YGV?
The MOT on LR59 YGV is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 YGV done?
LR59 YGV was recorded at 98,780 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 5,474 miles a year.
Has LR59 YGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 YGV has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR59 YGV 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 YGV find?
LR59 YGV passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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