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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,600 cc

LS59 EFKMOT history

LS59 EFK is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 131,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

LS59 EFK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
131,422 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 EFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
27 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 EFK was last recorded at 131,422 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 16,188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,234 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
16,188 miles
Average per year
7,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,422 miles
  • 2025 – 115,234 miles
  • 2024 – 105,189 miles
  • 2023 – 103,309 miles
  • 2022 – 96,712 miles
  • 2021 – 85,714 miles
  • 2020 – 83,797 miles
  • 2019 – 80,227 miles
  • 2018 – 71,422 miles
  • 2017 – 59,992 miles
  • 2016 – 50,635 miles
  • 2015 – 42,682 miles
  • 2014 – 33,210 miles
  • 2013 – 23,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,422 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,422 miles (+16,188)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    131,422 miles
    Test number
    105131164248
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass115,234 miles (+10,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,234 miles
    Test number
    759464343210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,189 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    105,189 miles
    Test number
    319387574326
    • AdvisoryAdvise wheel alignment checked
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail105,189 miles (+1,880)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,189 miles
    Test number
    339424273779
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise wheel alignment checked
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass103,309 miles (+6,597)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,309 miles
    Test number
    997569629178
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,712 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,712 miles
    Test number
    820696586909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail96,712 miles (+10,998)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,712 miles
    Test number
    631588241880
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass85,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,714 miles
    Test number
    808305573278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,714 miles (+1,917)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,714 miles
    Test number
    364285279240
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass83,797 miles (+3,570)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,797 miles
    Test number
    332844361668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,227 miles (+8,805)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,227 miles
    Test number
    562262179563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,422 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,422 miles
    Test number
    389354841188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,420 miles (+11,428)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    224490656608
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass59,992 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,992 miles
    Test number
    880194079688
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside rear passenger door
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside rear wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished on outer side wall

  15. Fail59,992 miles (+9,357)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,992 miles
    Test number
    426910621795
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside rear passenger door
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside rear wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished on outer side wall

  16. Pass50,635 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,635 miles
    Test number
    499266364290
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail50,635 miles (+7,953)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,635 miles
    Test number
    512269469301
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass42,682 miles (+9,472)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    42,682 miles
    Test number
    607707825044
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r wheel arch
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass33,210 miles (+9,252)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,210 miles
    Test number
    858940334037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    23,958 miles
    Test number
    106140713007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 EFK

Does LS59 EFK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 EFK is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 EFK?
The MOT on LS59 EFK is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 EFK done?
LS59 EFK was recorded at 131,422 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 7,939 miles a year.
Has LS59 EFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 EFK has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LS59 EFK 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 LS59 EFK find?
LS59 EFK passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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