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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LB55 BUJMOT history

LB55 BUJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 150,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2025
Mileage
150,588 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BUJ was last recorded at 150,588 miles on 10 Apr 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,584 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,588 miles
  • 2023 – 142,729 miles
  • 2022 – 135,073 miles
  • 2021 – 126,145 miles
  • 2020 – 126,130 miles
  • 2017 – 119,585 miles
  • 2016 – 113,776 miles
  • 2015 – 105,178 miles
  • 2014 – 98,723 miles
  • 2013 – 91,550 miles
  • 2012 – 84,090 miles
  • 2011 – 78,587 miles
  • 2010 – 72,572 miles
  • 2009 – 60,072 miles
  • 2008 – 46,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,588 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,588 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    150,588 miles
    Test number
    533566162793
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail150,584 miles (+7,855)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,584 miles
    Test number
    390750070706
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass142,729 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    142,729 miles
    Test number
    591074862228
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,729 miles (+7,656)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,729 miles
    Test number
    816772521524
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,073 miles (+8,928)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,073 miles
    Test number
    312135874248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,145 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,145 miles
    Test number
    469448593303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    126,130 miles
    Test number
    178058257258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,130 miles (+13)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,130 miles
    Test number
    952512995041
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cil (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail126,117 miles (+6,532)1 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,117 miles
    Test number
    869645913241
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass119,585 miles (+5,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    119,585 miles
    Test number
    442136161826
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s front door not closing probably sometimes

  11. Pass113,776 miles (+8,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    113,776 miles
    Test number
    385932328906
    • AdvisoryN/s+o/s front track control arm inner rear bush slightly worn

  12. Pass105,178 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    105,178 miles
    Test number
    694062992850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,723 miles (+7,173)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    98,723 miles
    Test number
    255321914390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,550 miles (+7,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    91,550 miles
    Test number
    366302803379
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass84,090 miles (+5,503)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    84,090 miles
    Test number
    755464212312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has small lumps on inner wall

  16. Pass78,587 miles (+6,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,587 miles
    Test number
    138993011373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass72,572 miles (+12,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,572 miles
    Test number
    803343920305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass60,072 miles (+13,372)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,072 miles
    Test number
    271275819321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,700 miles
    Test number
    270735228336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 BUJ

Does LB55 BUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 BUJ expired on 9 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BUJ?
The MOT on LB55 BUJ expired on 9 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 BUJ done?
LB55 BUJ was recorded at 150,588 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2024, an average of 6,752 miles a year.
Has LB55 BUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BUJ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 BUJ 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 LB55 BUJ find?
LB55 BUJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: front service brake binding but not excessively both front; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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