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Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LS59 GKNMOT history

LS59 GKN is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 183,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

LS59 GKN red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2024
Mileage
183,141 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 GKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 GKN was last recorded at 183,141 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 15,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
167,623 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
15,518 miles
Average per year
8,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 183,141 miles
  • 2022 – 167,623 miles
  • 2021 – 162,015 miles
  • 2020 – 154,467 miles
  • 2019 – 145,195 miles
  • 2018 – 139,659 miles
  • 2017 – 130,813 miles
  • 2016 – 121,454 miles
  • 2014 – 110,989 miles
  • 2013 – 99,866 miles
  • 2012 – 85,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,141 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    183,141 miles
    Test number
    405862930076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail183,141 miles (+15,518)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,141 miles
    Test number
    724199110572
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  3. Pass167,623 miles (+5,608)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    167,623 miles
    Test number
    148042001970
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  4. Pass162,015 miles (+7,548)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    162,015 miles
    Test number
    686401354571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass154,467 miles (+9,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    154,467 miles
    Test number
    732295748180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass145,195 miles (+5,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    145,195 miles
    Test number
    290049878234
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass139,659 miles (+8,846)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    139,659 miles
    Test number
    623453660904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,813 miles (+9,359)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    130,813 miles
    Test number
    881884346354
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner friction surfaces (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
  9. Pass121,454 miles (+10,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    121,454 miles
    Test number
    559836776903
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Brake Discs slightly worn and corroded on inner friction surfaces
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres have Surface cracks and slightly mishapen on inner shoulder - Advise replcements
  10. Pass110,989 miles (+11,123)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,989 miles
    Test number
    349880174457
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNesrside front tyre deteriorated
  11. Pass99,866 miles (+13,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,866 miles
    Test number
    105633583273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass85,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    85,901 miles
    Test number
    676169272259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 GKN

Does LS59 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 GKN expired on 12 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 GKN?
The MOT on LS59 GKN expired on 12 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 GKN done?
LS59 GKN was recorded at 183,141 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 8,757 miles a year.
Has LS59 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 GKN has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS59 GKN 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 GKN find?
LS59 GKN passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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