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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

L55 HMMMOT history

L55 HMM is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 126,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

L55 HMM red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
126,089 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 HMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 HMM was last recorded at 126,089 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 6,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,547 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,542 miles
Average per year
6,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,089 miles
  • 2025 – 119,547 miles
  • 2024 – 107,925 miles
  • 2023 – 99,641 miles
  • 2022 – 94,264 miles
  • 2020 – 93,651 miles
  • 2019 – 89,794 miles
  • 2018 – 83,959 miles
  • 2017 – 79,334 miles
  • 2016 – 73,786 miles
  • 2015 – 67,145 miles
  • 2014 – 59,850 miles
  • 2013 – 51,735 miles
  • 2012 – 42,837 miles
  • 2011 – 35,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,089 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,089 miles (+6,542)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,089 miles
    Test number
    859409637643
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass119,547 miles (+11,622)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,547 miles
    Test number
    471214644663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass107,925 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    107,925 miles
    Test number
    605471960756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail107,911 miles (+8,270)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,911 miles
    Test number
    548698642154
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass99,641 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    99,641 miles
    Test number
    367201422894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,448 miles (+5,184)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,448 miles
    Test number
    319950427190
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass94,264 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,264 miles
    Test number
    124334770076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,251 miles (+600)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,251 miles
    Test number
    948661776282
    • 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))

  9. Pass93,651 miles (+3,857)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,651 miles
    Test number
    484359978298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,794 miles (+5,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,794 miles
    Test number
    324508945516
    • 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))

  11. Pass83,959 miles (+4,625)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,959 miles
    Test number
    839887285464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,334 miles
    Test number
    236085456771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,334 miles (+5,548)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,334 miles
    Test number
    913142534772
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  14. Pass73,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,786 miles
    Test number
    348255072950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,786 miles (+6,641)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,786 miles
    Test number
    645572120651
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNs rear shock is weeping

  16. Pass67,145 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,145 miles
    Test number
    153057140288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,850 miles (+8,115)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    59,850 miles
    Test number
    246775934362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,735 miles
    Test number
    588526123327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,735 miles (+8,898)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,735 miles
    Test number
    106865123396
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has cuts and worn on inner edge.

  20. Pass42,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    42,837 miles
    Test number
    705483532351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,837 miles (+7,757)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,837 miles
    Test number
    948873332306
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  22. Pass35,080 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    35,080 miles
    Test number
    488861841499
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on tread

Questions about L55 HMM

Does L55 HMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 HMM is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 HMM?
The MOT on L55 HMM is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 HMM done?
L55 HMM was recorded at 126,089 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 6,332 miles a year.
Has L55 HMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 HMM has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L55 HMM 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 HMM find?
L55 HMM passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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