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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB55 BVGMOT history

LB55 BVG is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 117,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jun 2025
Mileage
117,115 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BVG was last recorded at 117,115 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 7,814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,301 miles · 13 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
7,814 miles
Average per year
5,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,115 miles
  • 2023 – 109,301 miles
  • 2022 – 102,870 miles
  • 2021 – 102,611 miles
  • 2020 – 100,466 miles
  • 2019 – 94,327 miles
  • 2018 – 90,066 miles
  • 2017 – 87,484 miles
  • 2016 – 83,102 miles
  • 2015 – 80,388 miles
  • 2014 – 77,315 miles
  • 2013 – 73,255 miles
  • 2012 – 68,275 miles
  • 2011 – 63,399 miles
  • 2010 – 57,728 miles
  • 2009 – 48,689 miles
  • 2008 – 37,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,115 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,115 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    117,115 miles
    Test number
    213156902764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail117,114 miles (+7,813)3 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,114 miles
    Test number
    974211214137
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
  3. Pass109,301 miles (+6,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    109,301 miles
    Test number
    886723545136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass102,870 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,870 miles
    Test number
    594326057034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,611 miles (+2,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,611 miles
    Test number
    793296080884
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass100,466 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,466 miles
    Test number
    760828904448
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  7. Fail100,466 miles (+6,139)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,466 miles
    Test number
    594612089783
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  8. Pass94,327 miles (+4,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,327 miles
    Test number
    735220997363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass90,066 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    424186717804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,484 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,484 miles
    Test number
    256323958306
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Fail87,484 miles (+4,382)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,484 miles
    Test number
    925820008396
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass83,102 miles (+2,714)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,102 miles
    Test number
    233472459469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,388 miles (+3,073)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,388 miles
    Test number
    415600914646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,315 miles (+4,060)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,315 miles
    Test number
    629003624332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,255 miles (+4,980)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    73,255 miles
    Test number
    548588313355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,275 miles (+4,876)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,275 miles
    Test number
    607720822396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,399 miles (+5,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,399 miles
    Test number
    299751421343
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass57,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    57,728 miles
    Test number
    103289220340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,728 miles (+9,039)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,728 miles
    Test number
    340369020395
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  20. Pass48,689 miles (+11,154)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,689 miles
    Test number
    741449629396
    • NoteBoth front wipers slightly smeary
  21. Fail37,535 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,535 miles
    Test number
    291907038355
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  22. Pass37,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,535 miles
    Test number
    301777938342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 BVG

Does LB55 BVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 BVG expired on 14 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BVG?
The MOT on LB55 BVG expired on 14 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 BVG done?
LB55 BVG was recorded at 117,115 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 5,131 miles a year.
Has LB55 BVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BVG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 BVG 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 BVG find?
LB55 BVG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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