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Volkswagen Golf FSI

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS56 KXJMOT history

LS56 KXJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf FSI first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

LS56 KXJ grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
89,323 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf FSI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KXJ was last recorded at 89,323 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,322 miles · 4 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,323 miles
  • 2025 – 84,968 miles
  • 2023 – 72,583 miles
  • 2022 – 68,433 miles
  • 2021 – 65,863 miles
  • 2020 – 63,502 miles
  • 2018 – 60,773 miles
  • 2017 – 57,172 miles
  • 2016 – 55,507 miles
  • 2015 – 53,915 miles
  • 2014 – 51,629 miles
  • 2013 – 44,838 miles
  • 2012 – 38,416 miles
  • 2011 – 31,783 miles
  • 2010 – 25,454 miles
  • 2009 – 20,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,323 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front COIL SPRING NOT SEATED CORRECTLYRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,323 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    89,323 miles
    Test number
    849470551409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front COIL SPRING NOT SEATED CORRECTLY

  2. Fail89,322 miles (+4,354)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,322 miles
    Test number
    963613386081
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH BADLY SPLIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front COIL SPRING NOT SEATED CORRECTLY
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass84,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    84,968 miles
    Test number
    883615496008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    757085102511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    170950201500
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass72,583 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,583 miles
    Test number
    677555789111
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail72,577 miles (+4,144)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,577 miles
    Test number
    644666511434
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass68,433 miles (+2,570)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    68,433 miles
    Test number
    725099879682
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass65,863 miles (+2,361)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    65,863 miles
    Test number
    591460145997
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass63,502 miles (+2,729)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,502 miles
    Test number
    729772943859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,773 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,773 miles
    Test number
    699841586200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,172 miles
    Test number
    958172052845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,172 miles (+1,665)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,172 miles
    Test number
    617730233893
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass55,507 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    55,507 miles
    Test number
    690247981075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,915 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,915 miles
    Test number
    908690183956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,629 miles (+6,791)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,629 miles
    Test number
    648830794230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,838 miles (+6,422)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,838 miles
    Test number
    779128793290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,416 miles (+6,633)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,416 miles
    Test number
    868786192269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,783 miles (+6,329)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    31,783 miles
    Test number
    618844801345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,454 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,454 miles
    Test number
    180648590267
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass25,454 miles (+5,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    25,454 miles
    Test number
    891498490248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass20,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    20,063 miles
    Test number
    844436159323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 KXJ

Does LS56 KXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 KXJ is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KXJ?
The MOT on LS56 KXJ is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 KXJ done?
LS56 KXJ was recorded at 89,323 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 4,159 miles a year.
Has LS56 KXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KXJ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 KXJ 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 KXJ find?
LS56 KXJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front coil spring not seated correctly.

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