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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LS59 GKXMOT history

LS59 GKX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

LS59 GKX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,352 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 GKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 GKX was last recorded at 98,352 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 15,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,839 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
15,513 miles
Average per year
5,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,352 miles
  • 2025 – 82,839 miles
  • 2024 – 58,996 miles
  • 2022 – 48,489 miles
  • 2021 – 48,053 miles
  • 2020 – 47,043 miles
  • 2019 – 45,496 miles
  • 2018 – 43,661 miles
  • 2017 – 40,024 miles
  • 2016 – 37,742 miles
  • 2015 – 35,086 miles
  • 2013 – 31,191 miles
  • 2012 – 23,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,352 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,352 miles (+15,513)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,352 miles
    Test number
    865424695445
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass82,839 miles (+316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    82,839 miles
    Test number
    583950702843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail82,523 miles (+23,527)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    121284940869
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Not reflective (0.1 (d))
    • 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 fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Partially reflective (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass58,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    58,996 miles
    Test number
    677980820621
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail58,996 miles (+10,507)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,996 miles
    Test number
    524072036133
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass48,489 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    48,489 miles
    Test number
    245660735480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,053 miles (+1,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,053 miles
    Test number
    818673191976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass47,043 miles (+1,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    47,043 miles
    Test number
    541587452760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass45,496 miles (+1,835)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,496 miles
    Test number
    185187457671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass43,661 miles (+3,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,661 miles
    Test number
    291301059581
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass40,024 miles (+2,282)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    803822534704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,742 miles (+2,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,742 miles
    Test number
    116958874926
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass35,086 miles (+3,895)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    35,086 miles
    Test number
    828987055033
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass31,191 miles (+1,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    31,191 miles
    Test number
    599341953323
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
  15. Pass29,953 miles (+6,792)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,953 miles
    Test number
    278044203239
    • NoteFront Tyres Wearing Edges
  16. Pass23,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    23,161 miles
    Test number
    108427952284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 GKX

Does LS59 GKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 GKX is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 GKX?
The MOT on LS59 GKX is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 GKX done?
LS59 GKX was recorded at 98,352 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 5,425 miles a year.
Has LS59 GKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 GKX has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 GKX 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 GKX find?
LS59 GKX passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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