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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,600 cc

LS59 UDEMOT history

LS59 UDE is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 204,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LS59 UDE grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
204,654 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 UDE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 UDE was last recorded at 204,654 miles on 11 May 2026, 6,852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,802 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,852 miles
Average per year
9,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,654 miles
  • 2025 – 197,802 miles
  • 2024 – 193,807 miles
  • 2023 – 187,024 miles
  • 2022 – 178,001 miles
  • 2021 – 167,880 miles
  • 2020 – 158,288 miles
  • 2019 – 153,926 miles
  • 2018 – 152,423 miles
  • 2017 – 144,238 miles
  • 2016 – 135,260 miles
  • 2015 – 127,306 miles
  • 2013 – 105,842 miles
  • 2012 – 76,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,654 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathering (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Engine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both Rear Tyres Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass204,654 miles (+6,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    204,654 miles
    Test number
    662849362839
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathering (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass197,802 miles (+3,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    197,802 miles
    Test number
    302254652339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tyre feathering (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass193,807 miles (+6,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    193,807 miles
    Test number
    428677344184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass187,024 miles (+9,023)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    187,024 miles
    Test number
    233943929488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass178,001 miles (+10,121)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    178,001 miles
    Test number
    164113816519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass167,880 miles (+9,592)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    167,880 miles
    Test number
    745376508438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass158,288 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,288 miles
    Test number
    561360504129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass153,926 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    153,926 miles
    Test number
    389196658980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass152,423 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    152,423 miles
    Test number
    406623480700
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

  10. Fail152,423 miles (+8,185)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,423 miles
    Test number
    440371189272
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar insecure broken (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear anti roll bar linkage not test able because bar broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

  11. Pass144,238 miles (+8,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    144,238 miles
    Test number
    790004269911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass135,260 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,260 miles
    Test number
    580916493126
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail135,260 miles (+7,954)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,260 miles
    Test number
    619147797405
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass127,306 miles (+21,464)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    127,306 miles
    Test number
    429437015021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,842 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    555130793204
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail105,842 miles (+29,216)1 failure2 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    425408083248
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass76,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    788680592247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,626 miles2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    716906682270
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS59 UDE

Does LS59 UDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 UDE is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 UDE?
The MOT on LS59 UDE is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 UDE done?
LS59 UDE was recorded at 204,654 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 9,430 miles a year.
Has LS59 UDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 UDE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on LS59 UDE 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 UDE find?
LS59 UDE passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathering.

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