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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LS57 DCUMOT history

LS57 DCU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2022 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 134,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

LS57 DCU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2022
Mileage
134,415 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 DCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
21 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS57 DCU was last recorded at 134,415 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 5,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,570 miles · 13 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
5,845 miles
Average per year
9,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,415 miles
  • 2021 – 128,570 miles
  • 2020 – 126,166 miles
  • 2019 – 119,169 miles
  • 2018 – 108,318 miles
  • 2017 – 89,010 miles
  • 2016 – 72,519 miles
  • 2015 – 56,017 miles
  • 2014 – 36,105 miles
  • 2012 – 32,846 miles
  • 2011 – 30,492 miles
  • 2010 – 24,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,415 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall damage been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail134,415 miles (+5,845)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,415 miles
    Test number
    821040183210
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall damage been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass128,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    128,570 miles
    Test number
    961038290266
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail128,570 miles (+2,404)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,570 miles
    Test number
    944608301306
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,166 miles (+6,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    126,166 miles
    Test number
    440284021346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass119,169 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,169 miles
    Test number
    734391766082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail119,167 miles (+10,849)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,167 miles
    Test number
    648093215972
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass108,318 miles (+19,308)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,318 miles
    Test number
    687032677985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,010 miles (+16,491)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,010 miles
    Test number
    345064679352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,519 miles (+16,502)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,519 miles
    Test number
    919965635344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,017 miles (+19,912)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,017 miles
    Test number
    115495145106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,105 miles (+3,259)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,105 miles
    Test number
    597958304181
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass32,846 miles (+2,354)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,846 miles
    Test number
    125404222374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEsp light on

  13. Pass30,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,492 miles
    Test number
    277485421305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,492 miles (+5,609)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,492 miles
    Test number
    529655521318
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass24,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,883 miles
    Test number
    373909410370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS57 DCU

Does LS57 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS57 DCU expired on 12 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS57 DCU?
The MOT on LS57 DCU expired on 12 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS57 DCU done?
LS57 DCU was recorded at 134,415 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 9,631 miles a year.
Has LS57 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 DCU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS57 DCU 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 LS57 DCU find?
LS57 DCU failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall damage been run flat; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; nearside front outer tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 5 more.

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