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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LB55 DVFMOT history

LB55 DVF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 140,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,979 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 DVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 DVF was last recorded at 140,979 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 11,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,145 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,834 miles
Average per year
6,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,979 miles
  • 2025 – 129,145 miles
  • 2024 – 126,367 miles
  • 2023 – 123,572 miles
  • 2022 – 115,152 miles
  • 2020 – 112,441 miles
  • 2019 – 108,260 miles
  • 2018 – 101,022 miles
  • 2017 – 93,076 miles
  • 2016 – 84,949 miles
  • 2015 – 76,594 miles
  • 2014 – 70,003 miles
  • 2013 – 64,190 miles
  • 2012 – 57,706 miles
  • 2011 – 51,004 miles
  • 2010 – 44,792 miles
  • 2009 – 36,649 miles
  • 2008 – 27,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,979 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side ( rear one ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,979 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,979 miles
    Test number
    184310026869
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side ( rear one ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,979 miles (+11,834)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,979 miles
    Test number
    328668065932
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side ( rear one ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,145 miles (+2,778)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    129,145 miles
    Test number
    655436319963
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,367 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,367 miles
    Test number
    741267443642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,572 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,572 miles
    Test number
    433827540699
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail123,572 miles (+8,420)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,572 miles
    Test number
    474259332997
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,152 miles (+2,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,152 miles
    Test number
    717506390837
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass112,441 miles (+4,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    112,441 miles
    Test number
    141295454748
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass108,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,260 miles
    Test number
    763912059815
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe/s corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail108,260 miles (+7,238)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,260 miles
    Test number
    342399163127
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure close to limit and bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe/s corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass101,022 miles (+7,946)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,022 miles
    Test number
    618154310324
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,076 miles (+8,127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,076 miles
    Test number
    558396254119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt and leaking. (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass84,949 miles (+8,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,949 miles
    Test number
    175035545155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass76,594 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,594 miles
    Test number
    934441082395
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Fail76,594 miles (+6,591)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,594 miles
    Test number
    950547375537
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass70,003 miles (+5,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,003 miles
    Test number
    326179924388
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass64,190 miles (+6,484)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,190 miles
    Test number
    495479213406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront disc lipped
    • NoteRear disc lipped

  18. Pass57,706 miles (+6,702)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,706 miles
    Test number
    347251722353
    • NoteCreaking noise from steering but no excess play in components
    • NoteFront brake discs have a rusty lip inside edges
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  19. Fail51,004 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,004 miles
    Test number
    458758721410
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteKnocking from steering column area.
    • NoteLeft rear tyre cracking around tread and worn to 3mm.

  20. Pass51,004 miles (+6,212)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,004 miles
    Test number
    965658721337
    • NoteKnocking from steering column area.
    • NoteLeft rear tyre cracking around tread and worn to 3mm.

  21. Pass44,792 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,792 miles
    Test number
    673932320311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre splits in tread not to cords

  22. Fail44,792 miles (+8,143)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,792 miles
    Test number
    780852620392
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre splits in tread not to cords

  23. Pass36,649 miles (+8,892)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,649 miles
    Test number
    922673819377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,757 miles (+467)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,757 miles
    Test number
    184569628362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,290 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,290 miles
    Test number
    580350928345
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Questions about LB55 DVF

Does LB55 DVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 DVF is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 DVF?
The MOT on LB55 DVF is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 DVF done?
LB55 DVF was recorded at 140,979 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 6,602 miles a year.
Has LB55 DVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 DVF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 DVF 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 DVF find?
LB55 DVF passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side ( rear one ), and 2 more.

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