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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LB55 BVEMOT history

LB55 BVE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 214,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2026
Mileage
214,606 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 BVE was last recorded at 214,606 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 4,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,846 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,760 miles
Average per year
9,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,606 miles
  • 2025 – 209,846 miles
  • 2024 – 205,656 miles
  • 2023 – 198,164 miles
  • 2022 – 194,771 miles
  • 2020 – 191,279 miles
  • 2019 – 186,674 miles
  • 2018 – 180,768 miles
  • 2017 – 173,285 miles
  • 2016 – 160,721 miles
  • 2015 – 147,248 miles
  • 2014 – 133,769 miles
  • 2013 – 120,856 miles
  • 2012 – 108,481 miles
  • 2011 – 89,069 miles
  • 2010 – 67,328 miles
  • 2009 – 44,704 miles
  • 2008 – 42,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail214,606 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail214,606 miles (+4,760)9 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,606 miles
    Test number
    188868278480
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass209,846 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    209,846 miles
    Test number
    403959842646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail209,839 miles (+4,183)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,839 miles
    Test number
    343263333477
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass205,656 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    205,656 miles
    Test number
    970988240342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail205,629 miles (+7,465)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,629 miles
    Test number
    336871257567
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Under tray insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass198,164 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    198,164 miles
    Test number
    750775392456
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Fail198,139 miles (+3,368)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,139 miles
    Test number
    861374654255
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  8. Pass194,771 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    194,771 miles
    Test number
    162803019866
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail194,769 miles (+3,490)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,769 miles
    Test number
    265383101641
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass191,279 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    191,279 miles
    Test number
    329428860080
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake wear sensor disconnected.
    • AdvisoryDiesel fumes from engine bay, suspected leaking injector (engine cover fitted)

  11. Fail191,263 miles (+4,589)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,263 miles
    Test number
    595596910610
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake wear sensor disconnected.
    • AdvisoryDiesel fumes from engine bay, suspected leaking injector (engine cover fitted)

  12. Pass186,674 miles (+5,906)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    186,674 miles
    Test number
    162503257403
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass180,768 miles (+7,483)5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    180,768 miles
    Test number
    150105610906
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass173,285 miles (+12,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    173,285 miles
    Test number
    761551564275
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexis slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass160,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    160,721 miles
    Test number
    407064907632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail160,721 miles (+13,473)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,721 miles
    Test number
    254297545573
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass147,248 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    147,248 miles
    Test number
    612778796593
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps scratched but light output ok
    • AdvisoryCv boot a little perished offside front outer
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  18. Fail147,248 miles (+13,479)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,248 miles
    Test number
    279234471238
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps scratched but light output ok
    • AdvisoryCv boot a little perished offside front outer
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  19. Pass133,769 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    133,769 miles
    Test number
    216926664248
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail133,769 miles (+12,913)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,769 miles
    Test number
    405656464271
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass120,856 miles (+12,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    120,856 miles
    Test number
    548069063252
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass108,481 miles (+19,412)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    108,481 miles
    Test number
    898921792148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass89,069 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    89,069 miles
    Test number
    218812581174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLarge lip on rear discs

  24. Fail89,069 miles (+21,741)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,069 miles
    Test number
    606272881145
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLarge lip on rear discs

  25. Pass67,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,328 miles
    Test number
    474997490186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,328 miles (+22,624)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,328 miles
    Test number
    212977890498
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass44,704 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,704 miles
    Test number
    373513439280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,695 miles
    Test number
    574694679128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,695 miles (+2,261)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,695 miles
    Test number
    302081979108
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  30. Fail42,434 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,434 miles
    Test number
    630490718352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass42,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,434 miles
    Test number
    814200118351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 BVE

Does LB55 BVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 BVE expired on 12 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BVE?
The MOT on LB55 BVE expired on 12 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 BVE done?
LB55 BVE was recorded at 214,606 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 9,960 miles a year.
Has LB55 BVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BVE has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 BVE 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 BVE find?
LB55 BVE failed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced, and 12 more.

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