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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LX56 RUUMOT history

LX56 RUU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 143,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2025.

LX56 RUU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
143,923 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RUU
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
7 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RUU was last recorded at 143,923 miles on 4 Sept 2025, 312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,611 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
312 miles
Average per year
6,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,923 miles
  • 2024 – 127,001 miles
  • 2023 – 108,773 miles
  • 2022 – 90,129 miles
  • 2021 – 74,786 miles
  • 2020 – 72,643 miles
  • 2019 – 71,825 miles
  • 2018 – 69,565 miles
  • 2017 – 67,871 miles
  • 2016 – 65,243 miles
  • 2015 – 62,934 miles
  • 2014 – 60,523 miles
  • 2013 – 58,298 miles
  • 2012 – 55,689 miles
  • 2011 – 53,142 miles
  • 2010 – 46,011 miles
  • 2009 – 44,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,923 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,923 miles (+312)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    143,923 miles
    Test number
    127825311954
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail143,611 miles (+16,610)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,611 miles
    Test number
    602564847437
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass127,001 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    127,001 miles
    Test number
    542027277286
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail127,001 miles (+18,228)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,001 miles
    Test number
    622025545010
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass108,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,773 miles
    Test number
    956086411136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,773 miles (+18,644)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,773 miles
    Test number
    702474548618
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,129 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,129 miles
    Test number
    808480863405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,105 miles (+15,319)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,105 miles
    Test number
    646279338598
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,786 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,786 miles
    Test number
    416195250672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,643 miles (+818)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,643 miles
    Test number
    518647692044
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and n/s/r tyres cracking on tread

  11. Pass71,825 miles (+2,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,825 miles
    Test number
    206787518424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass69,565 miles (+1,694)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,565 miles
    Test number
    193406246942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,871 miles (+2,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,871 miles
    Test number
    227111873879
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass65,243 miles (+2,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,243 miles
    Test number
    628974259828
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass62,934 miles (+2,411)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,934 miles
    Test number
    337058115445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,523 miles
    Test number
    599334924228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,523 miles (+2,225)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,523 miles
    Test number
    776964724288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Fail58,298 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,298 miles
    Test number
    398140403420
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass58,298 miles (+2,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,298 miles
    Test number
    649660103249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass55,689 miles (+2,547)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    715666212277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNear Side Front Tyre close to wear limts

  21. Fail53,142 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    657428821203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,142 miles (+7,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    819768421286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,011 miles (+1,832)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,011 miles
    Test number
    980003050238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,179 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    721715329287
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass44,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    841445429256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX56 RUU

Does LX56 RUU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX56 RUU expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RUU?
The MOT on LX56 RUU expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX56 RUU done?
LX56 RUU was recorded at 143,923 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2025, an average of 6,211 miles a year.
Has LX56 RUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RUU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LX56 RUU 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 RUU find?
LX56 RUU passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides.

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