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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LX56 RWKMOT history

LX56 RWK is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

LX56 RWK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
132,981 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RWK
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 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RWK was last recorded at 132,981 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,924 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
4,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,981 miles
  • 2025 – 129,901 miles
  • 2024 – 125,105 miles
  • 2023 – 121,043 miles
  • 2022 – 116,674 miles
  • 2021 – 111,560 miles
  • 2020 – 106,000 miles
  • 2019 – 101,968 miles
  • 2018 – 96,091 miles
  • 2017 – 90,061 miles
  • 2016 – 85,406 miles
  • 2015 – 79,922 miles
  • 2014 – 74,893 miles
  • 2013 – 71,503 miles
  • 2012 – 68,085 miles
  • 2011 – 63,157 miles
  • 2010 – 57,145 miles
  • 2009 – 50,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,981 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,981 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    132,981 miles
    Test number
    199629931845
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,924 miles (+3,023)19 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,924 miles
    Test number
    822441093892
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone inner rear big bush worn+split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone inner rear bush worn+split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone inner rear big bush worn+split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone inner rear bush worn+split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components bushes are distorted
    • AdvisoryN/s front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s front wing corroded

  3. Pass129,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    129,901 miles
    Test number
    238386280596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,901 miles (+4,796)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,901 miles
    Test number
    277733913705
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass125,105 miles (+4,062)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,105 miles
    Test number
    441388367512
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    121,043 miles
    Test number
    903665237678
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  7. Fail121,043 miles (+4,369)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,043 miles
    Test number
    454081428257
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  8. Pass116,674 miles (+5,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    116,674 miles
    Test number
    269739003827
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass111,560 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,560 miles
    Test number
    148952319046
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail111,546 miles (+5,546)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,546 miles
    Test number
    491423705072
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass106,000 miles (+4,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,000 miles
    Test number
    227673925263
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre edge worn

  12. Pass101,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    101,968 miles
    Test number
    601455585708
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding

  13. Fail101,968 miles (+5,877)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,968 miles
    Test number
    272801611981
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding

  14. Pass96,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,091 miles
    Test number
    727107714352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,091 miles (+6,030)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,091 miles
    Test number
    808463516027
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  16. Pass90,061 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,061 miles
    Test number
    546904207584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,406 miles
    Test number
    563537438640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,406 miles (+5,484)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,406 miles
    Test number
    400155691753
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass79,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,922 miles
    Test number
    129152515245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,922 miles (+5,029)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,922 miles
    Test number
    616181415245
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBrake pads light on

  21. Pass74,893 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,893 miles
    Test number
    838912444209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,892 miles (+3,389)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,892 miles
    Test number
    885201944290
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass71,503 miles (+3,418)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    71,503 miles
    Test number
    179755243209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,085 miles
    Test number
    318274142497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,085 miles (+4,928)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,085 miles
    Test number
    437674542220
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass63,157 miles (+6,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,157 miles
    Test number
    879473641294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass57,145 miles (+6,937)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,145 miles
    Test number
    624643540255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,208 miles
    Test number
    524569709254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail50,208 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,208 miles
    Test number
    762279309252
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX56 RWK

Does LX56 RWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 RWK is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RWK?
The MOT on LX56 RWK is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 RWK done?
LX56 RWK was recorded at 132,981 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 4,828 miles a year.
Has LX56 RWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RWK has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX56 RWK 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 RWK find?
LX56 RWK passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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