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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB55 BYMMOT history

LB55 BYM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 166,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
166,555 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BYM
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
29 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BYM was last recorded at 166,555 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 8,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,273 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,282 miles
Average per year
7,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,555 miles
  • 2025 – 158,273 miles
  • 2024 – 147,368 miles
  • 2023 – 138,265 miles
  • 2022 – 129,674 miles
  • 2021 – 123,969 miles
  • 2020 – 118,871 miles
  • 2019 – 112,970 miles
  • 2018 – 105,721 miles
  • 2017 – 100,774 miles
  • 2016 – 95,483 miles
  • 2015 – 90,273 miles
  • 2014 – 84,418 miles
  • 2013 – 78,131 miles
  • 2012 – 71,205 miles
  • 2011 – 65,296 miles
  • 2010 – 60,274 miles
  • 2009 – 51,283 miles
  • 2008 – 36,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,555 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front tyres wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,555 miles (+8,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    166,555 miles
    Test number
    947594762616
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass158,273 miles (+10,905)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,273 miles
    Test number
    963545541082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,368 miles (+9,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    147,368 miles
    Test number
    191140905682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing/wheel arch area corroded covered in tape

  4. Pass138,265 miles (+8,591)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,265 miles
    Test number
    347387206161
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass129,674 miles (+5,705)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,674 miles
    Test number
    474542926904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,969 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,969 miles
    Test number
    847838934338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,871 miles (+5,901)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,871 miles
    Test number
    337851552306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,970 miles (+7,249)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,970 miles
    Test number
    987266162634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cooler not fully secure

  9. Pass105,721 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    105,721 miles
    Test number
    715531159984
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail105,721 miles (+4,947)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,721 miles
    Test number
    984148717739
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass100,774 miles (+5,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,774 miles
    Test number
    610331908328
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass95,483 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,483 miles
    Test number
    649568443292
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner Edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryUnder Covers Fitted To Vehicle

  13. Fail95,483 miles (+5,210)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,483 miles
    Test number
    262882751393
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner Edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryUnder Covers Fitted To Vehicle

  14. Pass90,273 miles (+5,855)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,273 miles
    Test number
    503732528797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,418 miles
    Test number
    178984754296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,418 miles (+6,287)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,418 miles
    Test number
    186374354265
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  17. Pass78,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,131 miles
    Test number
    339219043440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,131 miles (+6,926)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,131 miles
    Test number
    626429043248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass71,205 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,205 miles
    Test number
    826428542290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,296 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,296 miles
    Test number
    717171751278
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlastic under engine and body covers
    • NoteSlight wear in front brake discs

  21. Fail65,294 miles (+5,020)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,294 miles
    Test number
    615841551217
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlastic under engine and body covers
    • NoteSlight wear in front brake discs

  22. Pass60,274 miles (+8,991)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    60,274 miles
    Test number
    114119850240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,283 miles (+14,529)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,283 miles
    Test number
    132633309303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,754 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,754 miles
    Test number
    281209718329
    • Note(advise)front pads wearing low.

Questions about LB55 BYM

Does LB55 BYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 BYM is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BYM?
The MOT on LB55 BYM is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 BYM done?
LB55 BYM was recorded at 166,555 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 7,286 miles a year.
Has LB55 BYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BYM has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on LB55 BYM 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 BYM find?
LB55 BYM passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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