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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LB55 DVYMOT history

LB55 DVY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,226 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 DVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 DVY was last recorded at 103,226 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 3,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,759 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,467 miles
Average per year
4,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,226 miles
  • 2025 – 99,759 miles
  • 2024 – 95,254 miles
  • 2023 – 91,833 miles
  • 2022 – 88,929 miles
  • 2021 – 86,667 miles
  • 2020 – 83,696 miles
  • 2019 – 80,743 miles
  • 2018 – 76,915 miles
  • 2017 – 69,093 miles
  • 2016 – 61,531 miles
  • 2014 – 48,442 miles
  • 2013 – 43,430 miles
  • 2012 – 37,292 miles
  • 2011 – 32,410 miles
  • 2010 – 27,604 miles
  • 2009 – 23,019 miles
  • 2008 – 16,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,226 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,226 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,226 miles
    Test number
    735360536271
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail103,226 miles (+3,467)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,226 miles
    Test number
    382068889255
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass99,759 miles (+4,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,759 miles
    Test number
    302216026811
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass95,254 miles (+3,421)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,254 miles
    Test number
    791153660462
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass91,833 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,833 miles
    Test number
    690404668498
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated, beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated, beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail91,833 miles (+2,904)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,833 miles
    Test number
    110465751165
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated, beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated, beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass88,929 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    88,929 miles
    Test number
    285215425147
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail88,917 miles (+2,250)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,917 miles
    Test number
    370169772073
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass86,667 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,667 miles
    Test number
    586941608953
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail86,661 miles (+2,965)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,661 miles
    Test number
    256280177060
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,696 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,696 miles
    Test number
    897512095666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail83,696 miles (+2,953)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,696 miles
    Test number
    347164156043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass80,743 miles (+3,828)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,743 miles
    Test number
    880375558012
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

  14. Pass76,915 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,915 miles
    Test number
    729448790293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,828 miles (+7,735)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,828 miles
    Test number
    500578977059
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass69,093 miles (+7,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,093 miles
    Test number
    975878401735
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass61,531 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,531 miles
    Test number
    567130029717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,488 miles (+13,046)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,488 miles
    Test number
    466747673204
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass48,442 miles (+5,012)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    48,442 miles
    Test number
    628446994242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,430 miles
    Test number
    568275213344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,430 miles (+6,138)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,430 miles
    Test number
    769935413311
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass37,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,292 miles
    Test number
    258731332309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,292 miles (+4,882)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,292 miles
    Test number
    825531932394
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  24. Pass32,410 miles (+4,806)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,410 miles
    Test number
    769489321319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,604 miles (+4,585)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,604 miles
    Test number
    771180930350
    • NoteBoth Rear Tyres Perished
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNearside Front Tyre Perished

  26. Pass23,019 miles (+6,055)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,019 miles
    Test number
    301755839322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,964 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,964 miles
    Test number
    824184138335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail16,872 miles1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,872 miles
    Test number
    990397828306
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB55 DVY

Does LB55 DVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 DVY is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 DVY?
The MOT on LB55 DVY is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 DVY done?
LB55 DVY was recorded at 103,226 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 4,964 miles a year.
Has LB55 DVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 DVY has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 DVY 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 DVY find?
LB55 DVY passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both.

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