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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB55 BZCMOT history

LB55 BZC is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 173,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2023
Mileage
173,982 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BZC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BZC was last recorded at 173,982 miles on 12 Apr 2022, 3,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,560 miles · 10 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
3,422 miles
Average per year
7,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 173,982 miles
  • 2021 – 170,560 miles
  • 2020 – 166,475 miles
  • 2019 – 160,250 miles
  • 2018 – 152,353 miles
  • 2017 – 143,935 miles
  • 2016 – 134,390 miles
  • 2015 – 125,453 miles
  • 2014 – 113,599 miles
  • 2013 – 107,286 miles
  • 2012 – 100,239 miles
  • 2010 – 84,910 miles
  • 2009 – 84,443 miles
  • 2008 – 77,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,982 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass173,982 miles (+3,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    173,982 miles
    Test number
    504222214886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass170,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    170,560 miles
    Test number
    546229852546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail170,560 miles (+4,085)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,560 miles
    Test number
    504337599470
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass166,475 miles (+6,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    166,475 miles
    Test number
    227671558100
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass160,250 miles (+7,897)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    160,250 miles
    Test number
    211703033433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,353 miles (+8,418)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    152,353 miles
    Test number
    490518520556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,935 miles (+9,545)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,935 miles
    Test number
    302425901754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,390 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    134,390 miles
    Test number
    370081711088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail134,228 miles (+8,775)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,228 miles
    Test number
    527434900941
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass125,453 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    125,453 miles
    Test number
    826260725071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,445 miles (+11,846)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,445 miles
    Test number
    815489115068
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  12. Pass113,599 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    113,599 miles
    Test number
    146013604010
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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

  13. Fail113,599 miles (+6,313)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,599 miles
    Test number
    546163604052
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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
    • NoteWiper blades smear slightly. (Aero)

  14. Pass107,286 miles (+7,047)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    107,286 miles
    Test number
    855609933031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,239 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    100,239 miles
    Test number
    848611442059
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cut but not to cord

  16. Fail100,239 miles (+15,329)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,239 miles
    Test number
    108148032016
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cut but not to cord

  17. Pass84,910 miles (+467)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,910 miles
    Test number
    851203530029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    84,443 miles
    Test number
    492885849313
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail84,441 miles (+7,411)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,441 miles
    Test number
    181275749316
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • 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)

  20. Pass77,030 miles (+5,001)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    77,030 miles
    Test number
    522987458309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside side repeater damaged

  21. Fail72,029 miles1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,029 miles
    Test number
    113205058306
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside side repeater damaged
    • NoteOffside rear outer side light not working

Questions about LB55 BZC

Does LB55 BZC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 BZC expired on 11 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BZC?
The MOT on LB55 BZC expired on 11 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 BZC done?
LB55 BZC was recorded at 173,982 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2022, an average of 7,661 miles a year.
Has LB55 BZC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BZC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LB55 BZC 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 BZC find?
LB55 BZC passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn.

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