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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LX56 RUAMOT history

LX56 RUA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

LX56 RUA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,308 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RUA was last recorded at 129,308 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 2,904 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,404 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,904 miles
Average per year
5,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,308 miles
  • 2025 – 126,404 miles
  • 2024 – 123,314 miles
  • 2023 – 119,088 miles
  • 2021 – 111,146 miles
  • 2019 – 103,006 miles
  • 2018 – 90,553 miles
  • 2017 – 84,342 miles
  • 2016 – 77,940 miles
  • 2015 – 71,968 miles
  • 2014 – 67,272 miles
  • 2013 – 51,652 miles
  • 2012 – 44,155 miles
  • 2011 – 38,361 miles
  • 2010 – 32,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,308 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both rear tyres are deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,308 miles (+2,904)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,308 miles
    Test number
    471116852744
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass126,404 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,404 miles
    Test number
    271691432261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail126,404 miles (+3,090)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,404 miles
    Test number
    528515784883
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass123,314 miles (+4,226)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,314 miles
    Test number
    461986880143
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass119,088 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    119,088 miles
    Test number
    382089343372
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail119,087 miles (+7,941)2 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,087 miles
    Test number
    524191798736
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass111,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,146 miles
    Test number
    201325022850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail111,146 miles (+5,954)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,146 miles
    Test number
    870884089804
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass105,192 miles (+2,186)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,192 miles
    Test number
    939757952381
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass103,006 miles (+687)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,006 miles
    Test number
    747000008453
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Fail102,319 miles (+11,766)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,319 miles
    Test number
    229522025625
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass90,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,553 miles
    Test number
    524539872153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,553 miles (+6,211)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,553 miles
    Test number
    529790793180
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass84,342 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    84,342 miles
    Test number
    977522867151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail84,242 miles (+6,302)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,242 miles
    Test number
    163281398625
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass77,940 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    77,940 miles
    Test number
    469753337922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail77,940 miles (+5,972)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,940 miles
    Test number
    727843758481
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass71,968 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,968 miles
    Test number
    195604878457
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted restricting seat belt check
    • AdvisoryNearside front washer not working

  19. Fail71,932 miles (+4,660)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,932 miles
    Test number
    251505854478
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted restricting seat belt check
    • AdvisoryNearside front washer not working

  20. Pass67,272 miles (+6,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,272 miles
    Test number
    947658234389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass60,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,550 miles
    Test number
    598173924046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,549 miles (+17,897)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    566343624049
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail51,652 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    347727813004
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass51,652 miles (+7,497)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    679747713047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,155 miles (+5,794)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,155 miles
    Test number
    717919812018
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp on dash board.
    • NoteChild seat fitted offside rear.
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to underside.

  26. Pass38,361 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,361 miles
    Test number
    849692231044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,810 miles
    Test number
    180395110088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX56 RUA

Does LX56 RUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 RUA is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RUA?
The MOT on LX56 RUA is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 RUA done?
LX56 RUA was recorded at 129,308 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 5,983 miles a year.
Has LX56 RUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RUA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LX56 RUA 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 LX56 RUA find?
LX56 RUA passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side.

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