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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LB05 VYRMOT history

LB05 VYR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 158,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2025
Mileage
158,767 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VYR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VYR was last recorded at 158,767 miles on 18 Jul 2024, 5,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,375 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
5,392 miles
Average per year
7,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,767 miles
  • 2023 – 153,375 miles
  • 2022 – 146,610 miles
  • 2021 – 138,950 miles
  • 2020 – 134,588 miles
  • 2019 – 128,668 miles
  • 2018 – 122,655 miles
  • 2017 – 113,191 miles
  • 2016 – 106,345 miles
  • 2015 – 95,452 miles
  • 2014 – 87,125 miles
  • 2013 – 78,539 miles
  • 2012 – 69,639 miles
  • 2011 – 60,478 miles
  • 2010 – 52,427 miles
  • 2009 – 44,045 miles
  • 2008 – 37,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,767 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,767 miles (+5,392)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    158,767 miles
    Test number
    102324470537
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,375 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    153,375 miles
    Test number
    421325436253
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail153,375 miles (+6,765)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,375 miles
    Test number
    978948668900
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass146,610 miles (+7,660)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,610 miles
    Test number
    413636937897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass138,950 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    138,950 miles
    Test number
    601859415346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail138,950 miles (+4,362)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,950 miles
    Test number
    401834743750
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass134,588 miles (+5,920)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    134,588 miles
    Test number
    878593272263
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass128,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    128,668 miles
    Test number
    868588030329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail128,668 miles (+6,013)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,668 miles
    Test number
    533151795801
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass122,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,655 miles
    Test number
    480374454478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,651 miles (+9,460)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,651 miles
    Test number
    941375442371
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass113,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    113,191 miles
    Test number
    258183750562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail113,191 miles (+6,846)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,191 miles
    Test number
    562421818836
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass106,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,345 miles
    Test number
    578064437761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,345 miles (+10,893)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,345 miles
    Test number
    963089585542
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  16. Pass95,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    118121685113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail95,452 miles (+8,327)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    829061485146
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass87,125 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,125 miles
    Test number
    259092184167
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail87,124 miles (+8,585)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,124 miles
    Test number
    407852784199
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass78,539 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,539 miles
    Test number
    268905283465
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  21. Fail78,531 miles (+8,892)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,531 miles
    Test number
    937745283116
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  22. Pass69,639 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,639 miles
    Test number
    837612592155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,638 miles (+9,160)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,638 miles
    Test number
    295148782435
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  24. Pass60,478 miles (+8,051)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    60,478 miles
    Test number
    209776981434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,427 miles (+8,382)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,427 miles
    Test number
    634222680168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,045 miles
    Test number
    901047979145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,045 miles (+6,338)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,045 miles
    Test number
    521480479167
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass37,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,707 miles
    Test number
    190463088115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VYR

Does LB05 VYR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VYR expired on 20 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VYR?
The MOT on LB05 VYR expired on 20 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VYR done?
LB05 VYR was recorded at 158,767 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2024, an average of 7,544 miles a year.
Has LB05 VYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VYR has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 VYR 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 VYR find?
LB05 VYR passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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