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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LA55 WOBMOT history

LA55 WOB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

LA55 WOB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
121,639 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 WOB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 WOB was last recorded at 121,639 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 3,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,167 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,472 miles
Average per year
6,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,639 miles
  • 2024 – 118,167 miles
  • 2023 – 111,899 miles
  • 2022 – 104,721 miles
  • 2021 – 98,949 miles
  • 2020 – 95,324 miles
  • 2019 – 89,704 miles
  • 2018 – 84,852 miles
  • 2017 – 81,427 miles
  • 2016 – 78,099 miles
  • 2015 – 69,068 miles
  • 2014 – 61,392 miles
  • 2013 – 54,340 miles
  • 2012 – 47,633 miles
  • 2011 – 41,736 miles
  • 2010 – 35,212 miles
  • 2009 – 28,635 miles
  • 2008 – 19,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,639 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (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.

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front plate damaged. Rear plate fading

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,639 miles (+3,472)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,639 miles
    Test number
    893011296182
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass118,167 miles (+6,268)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,167 miles
    Test number
    541788045806
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn near smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge - on limit now (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass111,899 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,899 miles
    Test number
    228417771616
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front plate damaged. Rear plate fading (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail111,864 miles (+7,143)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,864 miles
    Test number
    860638103528
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken at the bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front plate damaged. Rear plate fading (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass104,721 miles (+5,772)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,721 miles
    Test number
    855698119792
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass98,949 miles (+3,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,949 miles
    Test number
    670850562388
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer drive shaft gaiter releasing grease

  7. Pass95,324 miles (+5,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,324 miles
    Test number
    699917489886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge ON LIMIT NOW (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass89,704 miles (+4,852)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,704 miles
    Test number
    338744740765
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV Boot Weeping Grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Low Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass84,852 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,852 miles
    Test number
    988348273707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,850 miles (+3,423)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,850 miles
    Test number
    309072366390
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass81,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    787326798373
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail81,427 miles (+3,328)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    562407518851
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  13. Pass78,099 miles (+9,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,099 miles
    Test number
    888443882418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass69,068 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,068 miles
    Test number
    375871320860
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  15. Fail69,068 miles (+7,676)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,068 miles
    Test number
    833815287289
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  16. Pass61,392 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,392 miles
    Test number
    768908914310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,340 miles (+6,707)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,340 miles
    Test number
    728767613319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,633 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,633 miles
    Test number
    195901712382
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres perishing

  19. Pass47,633 miles (+5,897)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,633 miles
    Test number
    888801512319
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres perishing

  20. Pass41,736 miles (+6,524)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,736 miles
    Test number
    408895401430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,212 miles (+6,577)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,212 miles
    Test number
    461969700475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,635 miles (+9,349)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,635 miles
    Test number
    812475719394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,286 miles
    Test number
    293185618304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 WOB

Does LA55 WOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 WOB is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA55 WOB?
The MOT on LA55 WOB is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 WOB done?
LA55 WOB was recorded at 121,639 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 6,030 miles a year.
Has LA55 WOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 WOB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LA55 WOB 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 WOB find?
LA55 WOB passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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