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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

5755 LJMOT history

5755 LJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

5755 LJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
122,103 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5755 LJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5755 LJ was last recorded at 122,103 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 13,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,355 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
13,748 miles
Average per year
7,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,103 miles
  • 2025 – 108,355 miles
  • 2024 – 89,755 miles
  • 2023 – 68,833 miles
  • 2022 – 51,918 miles
  • 2021 – 47,414 miles
  • 2020 – 44,609 miles
  • 2019 – 41,427 miles
  • 2018 – 36,892 miles
  • 2017 – 31,586 miles
  • 2016 – 26,324 miles
  • 2015 – 24,210 miles
  • 2014 – 19,635 miles
  • 2013 – 15,076 miles
  • 2012 – 11,698 miles
  • 2010 – 8,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,103 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension components

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,103 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,103 miles
    Test number
    187186800270
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension components

  2. Fail122,103 miles (+13,748)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,103 miles
    Test number
    259662973218
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass108,355 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,355 miles
    Test number
    335437854228
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer boots split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail108,355 miles (+18,600)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,355 miles
    Test number
    762851627123
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer boots split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass89,755 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,755 miles
    Test number
    385756353676
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail89,755 miles (+20,922)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,755 miles
    Test number
    274673531321
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass68,833 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,833 miles
    Test number
    603642926505
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail68,830 miles (+16,912)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,830 miles
    Test number
    474740188146
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy joint fractured (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass51,918 miles (+4,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    51,918 miles
    Test number
    427769365610
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass47,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    47,414 miles
    Test number
    331417249176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail47,414 miles (+2,805)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,414 miles
    Test number
    104526230649
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass44,609 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,609 miles
    Test number
    575225863476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,608 miles (+3,181)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,608 miles
    Test number
    142807219855
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass41,427 miles (+4,535)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    41,427 miles
    Test number
    523947701822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,892 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    36,892 miles
    Test number
    613005144929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,586 miles (+5,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    31,586 miles
    Test number
    573886357824
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass26,324 miles (+2,114)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    26,324 miles
    Test number
    194143608622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,210 miles (+4,575)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    24,210 miles
    Test number
    785326305081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,635 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    19,635 miles
    Test number
    155539704058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,076 miles (+3,378)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    15,076 miles
    Test number
    499807703070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,698 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,698 miles
    Test number
    438066002069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    8,301 miles
    Test number
    963814840377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 5755 LJ

What vehicle is registration 5755 LJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5755 LJ on a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jan 2008. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 5755 LJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5755 LJ is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5755 LJ?
The MOT on 5755 LJ 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 5755 LJ done?
5755 LJ was recorded at 122,103 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 7,471 miles a year.
Has 5755 LJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5755 LJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on 5755 LJ 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 5755 LJ find?
5755 LJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion to rear suspension components.

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