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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 EPYMOT history

LB05 EPY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 103,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2024
Mileage
103,184 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EPY was last recorded at 103,184 miles on 15 Jul 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,184 miles · 13 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 103,184 miles
  • 2022 – 99,067 miles
  • 2021 – 93,913 miles
  • 2020 – 86,791 miles
  • 2019 – 81,938 miles
  • 2018 – 77,482 miles
  • 2017 – 72,446 miles
  • 2016 – 67,850 miles
  • 2015 – 63,086 miles
  • 2014 – 58,356 miles
  • 2013 – 53,658 miles
  • 2012 – 47,693 miles
  • 2011 – 42,769 miles
  • 2010 – 38,948 miles
  • 2009 – 32,656 miles
  • 2008 – 26,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,184 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,184 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    103,184 miles
    Test number
    752582703702
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,184 miles (+4,117)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,184 miles
    Test number
    842157830477
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp filled with water
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,067 miles (+5,154)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,067 miles
    Test number
    248072324808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,913 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    93,913 miles
    Test number
    349221714540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing low on the outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre worn to 3mm and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail93,913 miles (+7,122)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,913 miles
    Test number
    303635749486
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing low on the outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre worn to 3mm and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,791 miles (+4,853)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,791 miles
    Test number
    889328039336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,938 miles (+4,456)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,938 miles
    Test number
    324087491963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Pass77,482 miles (+5,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,482 miles
    Test number
    787517012907
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass72,446 miles (+4,596)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,446 miles
    Test number
    904592170427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,850 miles (+4,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,850 miles
    Test number
    411344504390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre starting to perish in the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre starting to wear on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre starting to perish in the tread

  11. Pass63,086 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,086 miles
    Test number
    757265575135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,025 miles (+4,669)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,025 miles
    Test number
    319900575162
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  13. Pass58,356 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,356 miles
    Test number
    595112184101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,658 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,658 miles
    Test number
    289481963101
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOff side front head light lense faided

  15. Fail53,658 miles (+5,965)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,658 miles
    Test number
    849951663164
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOff side front head light lense faided

  16. Pass47,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,693 miles
    Test number
    496014282134
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail47,693 miles (+4,924)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,693 miles
    Test number
    856364982193
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass42,769 miles (+3,821)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    347422081182
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted and worn

  19. Pass38,948 miles (+6,292)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,948 miles
    Test number
    262321080158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,656 miles (+5,691)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,656 miles
    Test number
    390694189111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,965 miles
    Test number
    873714258126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EPY

Does LB05 EPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EPY expired on 14 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EPY?
The MOT on LB05 EPY expired on 14 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EPY done?
LB05 EPY was recorded at 103,184 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2023, an average of 5,042 miles a year.
Has LB05 EPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EPY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 EPY 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 LB05 EPY find?
LB05 EPY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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