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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LS59 VZLMOT history

LS59 VZL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 165,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2022.

LS59 VZL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2023
Mileage
165,016 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2022
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 VZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 VZL was last recorded at 165,016 miles on 22 Oct 2022, 1,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,510 miles · 15 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,506 miles
Average per year
11,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 165,016 miles
  • 2020 – 119,763 miles
  • 2019 – 116,865 miles
  • 2018 – 112,158 miles
  • 2017 – 99,742 miles
  • 2016 – 85,016 miles
  • 2015 – 74,931 miles
  • 2014 – 64,402 miles
  • 2012 – 49,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,016 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress inside of lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Emissions not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,016 miles (+1,506)6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    165,016 miles
    Test number
    382071643259
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress inside of lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail163,510 miles (+43,747)1 dangerous7 major6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,510 miles
    Test number
    474591374857
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress inside of lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,763 miles
    Test number
    326873698318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,763 miles (+2,898)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,763 miles
    Test number
    897488114451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass116,865 miles (+4,707)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,865 miles
    Test number
    560247669915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,158 miles
    Test number
    997833747683
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x1
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail112,158 miles (+1)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,158 miles
    Test number
    846505457286
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x1
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail112,157 miles (+3)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,157 miles
    Test number
    888544627736
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail112,154 miles (+12,412)3 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,154 miles
    Test number
    592811362546
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass99,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    99,742 miles
    Test number
    852558567306
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  11. Fail99,734 miles (+14,718)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,734 miles
    Test number
    381223701139
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass85,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,016 miles
    Test number
    153035063415
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail85,016 miles (+10,085)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,016 miles
    Test number
    173149204014
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass74,931 miles (+10,529)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,931 miles
    Test number
    420694927159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,402 miles (+15,309)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,402 miles
    Test number
    126911464200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    49,093 miles
    Test number
    738501632377
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS59 VZL

Does LS59 VZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 VZL expired on 21 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 VZL?
The MOT on LS59 VZL expired on 21 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 VZL done?
LS59 VZL was recorded at 165,016 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2022, an average of 11,706 miles a year.
Has LS59 VZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 VZL has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS59 VZL 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 VZL find?
LS59 VZL passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2022 with 6 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 7 more.

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