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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LS56 KWBMOT history

LS56 KWB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LS56 KWB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
123,001 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KWB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KWB was last recorded at 123,001 miles on 22 May 2026, 4,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,806 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,195 miles
Average per year
6,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,001 miles
  • 2025 – 118,806 miles
  • 2023 – 112,757 miles
  • 2022 – 102,318 miles
  • 2021 – 93,323 miles
  • 2020 – 87,986 miles
  • 2019 – 81,576 miles
  • 2018 – 70,339 miles
  • 2017 – 62,036 miles
  • 2016 – 57,746 miles
  • 2015 – 52,481 miles
  • 2014 – 47,783 miles
  • 2013 – 42,447 miles
  • 2012 – 39,185 miles
  • 2011 – 34,949 miles
  • 2010 – 28,485 miles
  • 2009 – 20,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,001 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corroded

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear BOTH SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVERS LOOSE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,001 miles (+4,195)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    123,001 miles
    Test number
    157800333918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corroded

  2. Pass118,806 miles (+6,049)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    118,806 miles
    Test number
    187364216105
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,757 miles (+10,439)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,757 miles
    Test number
    842625339161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,318 miles
    Test number
    244753757918
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail102,318 miles (+8,995)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,318 miles
    Test number
    652863107648
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass93,323 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,323 miles
    Test number
    402160098460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,285 miles (+5,299)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,285 miles
    Test number
    986348352750
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,986 miles (+6,410)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,986 miles
    Test number
    205569870840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass81,576 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,576 miles
    Test number
    251177626058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVERS LOOSE

  10. Fail81,568 miles (+11,229)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,568 miles
    Test number
    288760062793
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVERS LOOSE

  11. Pass70,339 miles (+8,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,339 miles
    Test number
    778809344101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass62,036 miles (+4,290)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    62,036 miles
    Test number
    704164184014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,746 miles (+5,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,746 miles
    Test number
    471368715228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass52,481 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,481 miles
    Test number
    772755096121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,783 miles (+5,336)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,783 miles
    Test number
    817337284254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,447 miles (+3,262)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,447 miles
    Test number
    488247383234
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass39,185 miles (+4,236)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,185 miles
    Test number
    898131622325
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass34,949 miles (+6,464)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,949 miles
    Test number
    698605221351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSheilds fitted to under side of car

  19. Pass28,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    28,485 miles
    Test number
    561100830349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,475 miles (+7,514)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,475 miles
    Test number
    941490230318
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass20,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,961 miles
    Test number
    491830339466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 KWB

Does LS56 KWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 KWB is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KWB?
The MOT on LS56 KWB is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 KWB done?
LS56 KWB was recorded at 123,001 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 6,190 miles a year.
Has LS56 KWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KWB has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS56 KWB 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 LS56 KWB find?
LS56 KWB passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front valve stem slightly damaged; nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 5 more.

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