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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LS56 KYFMOT history

LS56 KYF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LS56 KYF silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
99,680 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KYF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KYF was last recorded at 99,680 miles on 12 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,680 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,680 miles
  • 2025 – 98,297 miles
  • 2024 – 96,825 miles
  • 2023 – 95,071 miles
  • 2022 – 92,883 miles
  • 2021 – 90,936 miles
  • 2019 – 86,923 miles
  • 2018 – 80,636 miles
  • 2017 – 75,491 miles
  • 2016 – 67,293 miles
  • 2014 – 57,415 miles
  • 2013 – 51,667 miles
  • 2012 – 44,407 miles
  • 2011 – 36,519 miles
  • 2010 – 30,472 miles
  • 2009 – 23,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,680 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,680 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    99,680 miles
    Test number
    889341003783
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail99,680 miles (+1,383)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,680 miles
    Test number
    368203627184
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass98,297 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    98,297 miles
    Test number
    219912416762
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Fail98,296 miles (+1,471)2 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,296 miles
    Test number
    178892173844
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  5. Pass96,825 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,825 miles
    Test number
    948649069599
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail96,825 miles (+1,754)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,825 miles
    Test number
    600461243947
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass95,071 miles (+175)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,071 miles
    Test number
    538320383250
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight pinhole by inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer edges wearing smooth (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer edges wearing smooth (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail94,896 miles (+2,013)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,896 miles
    Test number
    772098824609
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to offside front
  9. Pass92,883 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,883 miles
    Test number
    817310149646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge / perrished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail92,881 miles (+1,945)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,881 miles
    Test number
    883776372942
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge / perrished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass90,936 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    90,936 miles
    Test number
    513627710523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,935 miles (+4,012)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,935 miles
    Test number
    440902458453
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  13. Pass86,923 miles (+6,287)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,923 miles
    Test number
    617281413740
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  14. Pass80,636 miles (+5,145)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,636 miles
    Test number
    633931780172
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass75,491 miles (+8,198)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,491 miles
    Test number
    902512203284
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi detreriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror missing
  16. Pass67,293 miles (+9,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,293 miles
    Test number
    172960801510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
  17. Pass57,415 miles (+5,748)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,415 miles
    Test number
    855688204341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,667 miles (+109)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    51,667 miles
    Test number
    655472213320
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f mirror damage
  19. Fail51,558 miles (+7,151)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,558 miles
    Test number
    675255303307
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f mirror damage
  20. Pass44,407 miles (+7,888)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,407 miles
    Test number
    459475512491
    • NoteOS repeater indicator lamp incomplete
    • NoteTraction control warning light on
  21. Pass36,519 miles (+6,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,519 miles
    Test number
    545365411325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass30,472 miles (+7,296)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,472 miles
    Test number
    570794120397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has side wall damage
  23. Pass23,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,176 miles
    Test number
    612405819370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 KYF

Does LS56 KYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 KYF is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KYF?
The MOT on LS56 KYF is valid until 11 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 KYF done?
LS56 KYF was recorded at 99,680 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 4,637 miles a year.
Has LS56 KYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KYF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 KYF 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 KYF find?
LS56 KYF passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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