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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB55 CAVMOT history

LB55 CAV is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2023
Mileage
100,640 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 CAV
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 10 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 CAV was last recorded at 100,640 miles on 11 Oct 2022, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,579 miles · 29 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
4,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,640 miles
  • 2021 – 98,274 miles
  • 2020 – 92,585 miles
  • 2019 – 81,997 miles
  • 2018 – 77,228 miles
  • 2017 – 69,937 miles
  • 2016 – 66,991 miles
  • 2015 – 64,021 miles
  • 2014 – 59,381 miles
  • 2013 – 53,942 miles
  • 2012 – 48,067 miles
  • 2011 – 42,019 miles
  • 2010 – 37,383 miles
  • 2009 – 32,542 miles
  • 2008 – 29,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,640 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,640 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,640 miles
    Test number
    187031122418
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail100,579 miles (+2,305)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,579 miles
    Test number
    200555236798
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass98,274 miles (+5,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,274 miles
    Test number
    637580975741
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass92,585 miles (+310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,585 miles
    Test number
    119338888481
    • 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))

  5. Fail92,275 miles (+10,278)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,275 miles
    Test number
    172994885731
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass81,997 miles (+4,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,997 miles
    Test number
    947226761725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber deteriorated and starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass77,228 miles (+7,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,228 miles
    Test number
    960457857210
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass69,937 miles (+2,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,937 miles
    Test number
    962144000741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass66,991 miles (+2,970)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,991 miles
    Test number
    678062494224
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wish bone bushes deteriorated and split
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTape on Nearside mirror

  10. Pass64,021 miles (+4,640)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,021 miles
    Test number
    428438735149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeadlamps slioghtly deteriorated
    • NoteParking brake has slight travel
    • NoteTape securing nearside mirror

  11. Pass59,381 miles (+5,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,381 miles
    Test number
    277409034497
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass53,942 miles (+5,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,942 miles
    Test number
    449445033116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass48,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,067 miles
    Test number
    437376132110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,067 miles (+6,048)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,067 miles
    Test number
    579456232148
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass42,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,019 miles
    Test number
    497323711005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,019 miles (+4,636)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,019 miles
    Test number
    485541211016
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass37,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,383 miles
    Test number
    690822910083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,383 miles (+4,841)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,383 miles
    Test number
    782972210011
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass32,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,542 miles
    Test number
    922508609018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,542 miles (+3,400)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,542 miles
    Test number
    173977109435
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  21. Pass29,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,142 miles
    Test number
    623793268178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 CAV

Does LB55 CAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 CAV expired on 10 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 CAV?
The MOT on LB55 CAV expired on 10 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 CAV done?
LB55 CAV was recorded at 100,640 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2022, an average of 4,988 miles a year.
Has LB55 CAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 CAV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 CAV 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 CAV find?
LB55 CAV passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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