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Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L55 GBTMOT history

L55 GBT is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 153,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

L55 GBT red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
153,967 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 GBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 GBT was last recorded at 153,967 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 8,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
145,363 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,604 miles
Average per year
8,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,967 miles
  • 2025 – 145,363 miles
  • 2024 – 135,409 miles
  • 2023 – 124,791 miles
  • 2022 – 119,092 miles
  • 2021 – 115,006 miles
  • 2020 – 113,514 miles
  • 2019 – 108,198 miles
  • 2018 – 103,453 miles
  • 2017 – 95,681 miles
  • 2016 – 82,941 miles
  • 2015 – 71,228 miles
  • 2014 – 59,697 miles
  • 2013 – 47,373 miles
  • 2012 – 29,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,967 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides aft bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides aft (5.3.6 (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.

  • Shields limiting inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,967 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    153,967 miles
    Test number
    744079699560
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides aft bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides aft (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail153,967 miles (+8,604)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,967 miles
    Test number
    314176263292
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides aft bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides aft (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    145,363 miles
    Test number
    696507602571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail145,363 miles (+9,954)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,363 miles
    Test number
    470289789594
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass135,409 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,409 miles
    Test number
    926023697787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively & pads getting low (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener, SatNav
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides outer/inner sills, closing panels, chassis rails - underbody and wheel housing covers fitted as original (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front sills badly corroded/holed - not in the prescribed areas

  6. Fail135,408 miles (+10,617)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,408 miles
    Test number
    624958459923
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill - as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively & pads getting low (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener, SatNav
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides outer/inner sills, closing panels, chassis rails - underbody and wheel housing covers fitted as original (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front sills badly corroded/holed - not in the prescribed areas

  7. Pass124,791 miles (+5,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    124,791 miles
    Test number
    993101340228
    • AdvisorySeverely corroded underneath - body and suspension parts

  8. Pass119,092 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    119,092 miles
    Test number
    836220025572
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front sills corroded & holed - outside of the prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryBrake wear sensor on nearside front wheel by-passed

  9. Fail119,092 miles (+4,086)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,092 miles
    Test number
    959613658347
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear sensor on nearside front by-passed

  10. Pass115,006 miles (+1,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,006 miles
    Test number
    121757129878
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  11. Pass113,514 miles (+5,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,514 miles
    Test number
    354559184118
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  12. Pass108,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,198 miles
    Test number
    499625153750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail108,198 miles (+4,745)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,198 miles
    Test number
    882486722700
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass103,453 miles (+7,772)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    103,453 miles
    Test number
    765470910632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    95,681 miles
    Test number
    565619575599
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail95,681 miles (+12,740)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,681 miles
    Test number
    429070597667
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass82,941 miles (+11,713)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,941 miles
    Test number
    793143744453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,228 miles (+11,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    854499974506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass59,697 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,697 miles
    Test number
    315479074471
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail138,163 miles (+90,790)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,163 miles
    Test number
    379569774230
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass47,373 miles (+17,620)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,373 miles
    Test number
    619000783291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,753 miles
    Test number
    316041572409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 GBT

Does L55 GBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 GBT is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 GBT?
The MOT on L55 GBT is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 GBT done?
L55 GBT was recorded at 153,967 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 8,964 miles a year.
Has L55 GBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 GBT has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 GBT 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 L55 GBT find?
L55 GBT passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides aft bushes; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both, and 2 more.

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