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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LS56 MWKMOT history

LS56 MWK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

LS56 MWK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
68,526 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 MWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 MWK was last recorded at 68,526 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 1,410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,116 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,410 miles
Average per year
2,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,526 miles
  • 2025 – 67,116 miles
  • 2024 – 64,791 miles
  • 2023 – 61,467 miles
  • 2022 – 59,444 miles
  • 2021 – 57,799 miles
  • 2020 – 55,894 miles
  • 2019 – 46,669 miles
  • 2018 – 43,078 miles
  • 2017 – 41,502 miles
  • 2016 – 39,641 miles
  • 2015 – 37,843 miles
  • 2014 – 35,417 miles
  • 2013 – 33,576 miles
  • 2012 – 30,070 miles
  • 2011 – 27,381 miles
  • 2010 – 23,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,526 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,526 miles (+1,410)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    68,526 miles
    Test number
    806073210447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,116 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,116 miles
    Test number
    909172135366
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail67,116 miles (+2,325)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,116 miles
    Test number
    327023882148
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass64,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    64,791 miles
    Test number
    755519347453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail64,791 miles (+3,324)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,791 miles
    Test number
    858295686399
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass61,467 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    61,467 miles
    Test number
    525777097195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,444 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    59,444 miles
    Test number
    908396519161
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Fail59,442 miles (+1,643)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,442 miles
    Test number
    790814090929
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass57,799 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,799 miles
    Test number
    367949016618
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail57,799 miles (+1,905)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,799 miles
    Test number
    443525815078
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass55,894 miles (+9,225)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,894 miles
    Test number
    801685929301
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass46,669 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,669 miles
    Test number
    102459624971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,668 miles (+3,590)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    125779916427
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass43,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    43,078 miles
    Test number
    626763527828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,078 miles (+1,576)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,078 miles
    Test number
    160321565225
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass41,502 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    41,502 miles
    Test number
    304612757683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,641 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,641 miles
    Test number
    217660603689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,843 miles (+2,426)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    37,843 miles
    Test number
    199995345006
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Pass35,417 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    175697324071
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Fail35,416 miles (+1,840)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,416 miles
    Test number
    178715224052
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Pass33,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,576 miles
    Test number
    387190243005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,569 miles (+3,499)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,569 miles
    Test number
    978900543018
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre care should be taken to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration.

  23. Pass30,070 miles (+2,689)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,070 miles
    Test number
    956731122082
    • NoteAll tyres abnomally worn

  24. Pass27,381 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    27,381 miles
    Test number
    587492721041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,793 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    401445610054
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre pressure looks low

Questions about LS56 MWK

Does LS56 MWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 MWK is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 MWK?
The MOT on LS56 MWK is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 MWK done?
LS56 MWK was recorded at 68,526 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 2,766 miles a year.
Has LS56 MWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 MWK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS56 MWK 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 MWK find?
LS56 MWK passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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