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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,900 cc

LA55 DWKMOT history

LA55 DWK is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 205,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2025.

LA55 DWK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2026
Mileage
205,241 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 DWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2026
Latest MOT test
3 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 DWK was last recorded at 205,241 miles on 3 May 2025, 2,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,801 miles · 1 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
2,440 miles
Average per year
9,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 205,241 miles
  • 2023 – 202,801 miles
  • 2022 – 191,689 miles
  • 2021 – 184,794 miles
  • 2020 – 177,461 miles
  • 2019 – 165,172 miles
  • 2018 – 155,286 miles
  • 2017 – 146,539 miles
  • 2016 – 141,069 miles
  • 2015 – 133,359 miles
  • 2014 – 122,864 miles
  • 2013 – 111,980 miles
  • 2012 – 102,153 miles
  • 2011 – 93,748 miles
  • 2010 – 76,100 miles
  • 2009 – 58,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,241 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front headlamp patterns weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,241 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    205,241 miles
    Test number
    670888606388
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail205,241 miles (+2,440)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,241 miles
    Test number
    101088784742
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass202,801 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    202,801 miles
    Test number
    661048663215
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail202,801 miles (+11,112)5 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,801 miles
    Test number
    803263948153
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass191,689 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    191,689 miles
    Test number
    333209710691
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high

  6. Fail191,689 miles (+6,895)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,689 miles
    Test number
    192851007177
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high

  7. Pass184,794 miles (+7,333)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    184,794 miles
    Test number
    927053262688
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass177,461 miles (+12,289)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    177,461 miles
    Test number
    382937106171
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp patterns weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  9. Pass165,172 miles (+9,886)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    165,172 miles
    Test number
    110052660755
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryF/tyres 2-3 mm
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp patterns weak

  10. Pass155,286 miles (+8,747)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    155,286 miles
    Test number
    299498892099
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer cv gaitor slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses scratched

  11. Pass146,539 miles (+5,470)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    146,539 miles
    Test number
    831165148942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass141,069 miles (+7,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    141,069 miles
    Test number
    383171658828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly inner
    • AdvisoryRear n/s tyre has a nail

  13. Pass133,359 miles (+10,495)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    133,359 miles
    Test number
    845656065012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,864 miles (+10,884)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    122,864 miles
    Test number
    697787664000
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass111,980 miles (+9,827)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,980 miles
    Test number
    375267063065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear light unit is misted up inside
    • NoteWater ingress in nearside rear light unit

  16. Pass102,153 miles (+8,405)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,153 miles
    Test number
    766480572058
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  17. Fail93,748 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,748 miles
    Test number
    578836771006
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass93,748 miles (+17,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    93,748 miles
    Test number
    658536971097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass76,100 miles (+17,808)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,100 miles
    Test number
    410239420023
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt visual check only due to child seat fitted

  20. Pass58,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,292 miles
    Test number
    170998639019
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LA55 DWK

Does LA55 DWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 DWK expired on 2 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 DWK?
The MOT on LA55 DWK expired on 2 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 DWK done?
LA55 DWK was recorded at 205,241 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2025, an average of 9,053 miles a year.
Has LA55 DWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 DWK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LA55 DWK 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 LA55 DWK find?
LA55 DWK passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill, and 3 more.

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