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Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LS59 UDBMOT history

LS59 UDB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LS59 UDB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
107,666 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 UDB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 UDB was last recorded at 107,666 miles on 7 May 2026, 3,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,566 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,100 miles
Average per year
6,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,666 miles
  • 2025 – 104,566 miles
  • 2024 – 100,249 miles
  • 2023 – 93,362 miles
  • 2022 – 88,458 miles
  • 2021 – 84,946 miles
  • 2020 – 84,402 miles
  • 2019 – 81,043 miles
  • 2018 – 75,214 miles
  • 2017 – 67,332 miles
  • 2015 – 52,132 miles
  • 2014 – 45,008 miles
  • 2013 – 32,974 miles
  • 2012 – 19,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,666 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed Rubbing on abs wiring (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Under tray loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front bumper damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,666 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    107,666 miles
    Test number
    448603759916
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed Rubbing on abs wiring (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Under tray loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail107,666 miles (+3,100)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,666 miles
    Test number
    118405850459
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed Rubbing on abs wiring (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Under tray loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass104,566 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    104,566 miles
    Test number
    813335850675
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt starting to perish (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF lower arm rear bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,566 miles (+4,317)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,566 miles
    Test number
    584632392741
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt starting to perish (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF lower arm rear bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,249 miles (+6,887)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    100,249 miles
    Test number
    174528141908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass93,362 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    772497363767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail93,358 miles (+4,900)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,358 miles
    Test number
    185725328584
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass88,458 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    88,458 miles
    Test number
    693040751016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail88,458 miles (+3,512)1 dangerous13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,458 miles
    Test number
    244860149734
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre sleave (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,946 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,946 miles
    Test number
    338467885563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail84,942 miles (+540)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,942 miles
    Test number
    669647915474
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass84,402 miles (+3,359)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    84,402 miles
    Test number
    564972424461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass81,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    633875546197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail81,043 miles (+5,829)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    853796823924
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass75,214 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,214 miles
    Test number
    561577615483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail75,214 miles (+7,882)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,214 miles
    Test number
    988479331231
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass67,332 miles (+15,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,332 miles
    Test number
    697951469910
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  18. Pass52,132 miles (+7,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,132 miles
    Test number
    866591288346
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  19. Pass45,008 miles (+12,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    45,008 miles
    Test number
    236427364294
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass32,974 miles (+13,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    32,974 miles
    Test number
    346620573297
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass19,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    19,868 miles
    Test number
    897575472251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 UDB

Does LS59 UDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 UDB is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 UDB?
The MOT on LS59 UDB is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 UDB done?
LS59 UDB was recorded at 107,666 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 6,458 miles a year.
Has LS59 UDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 UDB has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 UDB 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 UDB find?
LS59 UDB passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly chafed rubbing on abs wiring; front under tray loose, and 2 more.

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