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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LA55 EACMOT history

LA55 EAC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LA55 EAC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
141,273 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 EAC
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
8 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 EAC was last recorded at 141,273 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 6,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,383 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,890 miles
Average per year
7,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,273 miles
  • 2025 – 134,383 miles
  • 2024 – 124,215 miles
  • 2023 – 115,890 miles
  • 2022 – 107,400 miles
  • 2021 – 98,239 miles
  • 2020 – 91,561 miles
  • 2019 – 85,361 miles
  • 2018 – 81,783 miles
  • 2017 – 74,872 miles
  • 2016 – 67,834 miles
  • 2015 – 56,577 miles
  • 2014 – 41,544 miles
  • 2013 – 24,297 miles
  • 2012 – 19,964 miles
  • 2010 – 14,282 miles
  • 2009 – 12,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,273 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,273 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    141,273 miles
    Test number
    655083864771
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail141,273 miles (+6,890)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,273 miles
    Test number
    135255991550
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working mirror repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass134,383 miles (+10,168)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,383 miles
    Test number
    597141787171
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass124,215 miles (+8,325)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    124,215 miles
    Test number
    266121118525
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inner shoulders.. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass115,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,890 miles
    Test number
    689795837976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail115,890 miles (+8,490)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,890 miles
    Test number
    940627657257
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass107,400 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,400 miles
    Test number
    963854465648
    • 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))

  8. Fail107,400 miles (+9,161)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,400 miles
    Test number
    370084535511
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  9. Pass98,239 miles (+6,678)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,239 miles
    Test number
    866993092200
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,561 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,561 miles
    Test number
    937214958343
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail91,561 miles (+6,200)2 dangerous3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,561 miles
    Test number
    180922071053
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass85,361 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,361 miles
    Test number
    215564603820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,783 miles (+6,911)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,783 miles
    Test number
    547021104226
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass74,872 miles (+7,038)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,872 miles
    Test number
    139314532744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,834 miles (+11,257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,834 miles
    Test number
    781519721755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inside edge on limits (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,577 miles (+15,033)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,577 miles
    Test number
    968283635022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,544 miles (+17,247)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,544 miles
    Test number
    179945224438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,297 miles (+4,333)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    24,297 miles
    Test number
    347535623000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,964 miles (+5,682)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    19,964 miles
    Test number
    597357332062
    • NoteOffside mirror glass cracked

  20. Pass14,282 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    14,282 miles
    Test number
    670520840015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    12,154 miles
    Test number
    250291749098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 EAC

Does LA55 EAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 EAC is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 EAC?
The MOT on LA55 EAC is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 EAC done?
LA55 EAC was recorded at 141,273 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 7,394 miles a year.
Has LA55 EAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 EAC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 EAC 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 EAC find?
LA55 EAC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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