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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LX06 PCUMOT history

LX06 PCU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 125,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2025.

LX06 PCU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2024
Mileage
125,384 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX06 PCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX06 PCU was last recorded at 125,384 miles on 11 Feb 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,362 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
7,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,384 miles
  • 2024 – 125,362 miles
  • 2023 – 109,028 miles
  • 2022 – 93,019 miles
  • 2021 – 84,953 miles
  • 2020 – 80,204 miles
  • 2019 – 74,321 miles
  • 2018 – 71,185 miles
  • 2017 – 65,390 miles
  • 2016 – 61,444 miles
  • 2015 – 55,648 miles
  • 2014 – 47,149 miles
  • 2013 – 40,877 miles
  • 2012 – 35,163 miles
  • 2011 – 28,629 miles
  • 2010 – 21,211 miles
  • 2009 – 12,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,384 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slight damage

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,384 miles (+22)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,384 miles
    Test number
    959085641254
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slight damage

  2. Fail125,362 miles (+16,334)1 dangerous2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,362 miles
    Test number
    845925183047
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass109,028 miles (+16,009)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,028 miles
    Test number
    833131637803
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,019 miles (+8,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,019 miles
    Test number
    102133541628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass84,953 miles (+4,749)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,953 miles
    Test number
    107537116571
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Nail in tyre
    • 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))

  6. Pass80,204 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    80,204 miles
    Test number
    584025289144
    • 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail80,204 miles (+5,883)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,204 miles
    Test number
    205379955887
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass74,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    74,321 miles
    Test number
    381455972512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,321 miles (+3,136)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,321 miles
    Test number
    833833235574
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass71,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    456897545584
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail71,185 miles (+5,795)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    747079732691
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass65,390 miles (+3,946)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,390 miles
    Test number
    229987597734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,444 miles (+5,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,444 miles
    Test number
    724791603717
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass55,648 miles (+8,499)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,648 miles
    Test number
    595598875070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,149 miles (+6,272)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,149 miles
    Test number
    836313314161
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and splitting in tread area

  16. Pass40,877 miles (+5,714)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    40,877 miles
    Test number
    377461303110
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing slightly
    • NoteCoolant level below minimum

  17. Pass35,163 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,163 miles
    Test number
    975155312154
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Fail35,163 miles (+6,534)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,163 miles
    Test number
    259144612150
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass28,629 miles (+7,418)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,629 miles
    Test number
    148823511137
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass21,211 miles (+8,883)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,211 miles
    Test number
    541550510129
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass12,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    12,328 miles
    Test number
    484972419170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX06 PCU

Does LX06 PCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX06 PCU expired on 8 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX06 PCU?
The MOT on LX06 PCU expired on 8 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX06 PCU done?
LX06 PCU was recorded at 125,384 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2025, an average of 7,152 miles a year.
Has LX06 PCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX06 PCU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX06 PCU 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 LX06 PCU find?
LX06 PCU failed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2025 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 5 more.

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