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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LB55 NOFMOT history

LB55 NOF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
80,476 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NOF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 NOF was last recorded at 80,476 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 1,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,915 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,561 miles
Average per year
3,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,476 miles
  • 2025 – 78,915 miles
  • 2024 – 73,088 miles
  • 2023 – 70,132 miles
  • 2022 – 68,241 miles
  • 2021 – 64,091 miles
  • 2020 – 60,896 miles
  • 2019 – 57,616 miles
  • 2018 – 53,349 miles
  • 2016 – 44,212 miles
  • 2015 – 39,760 miles
  • 2014 – 35,637 miles
  • 2013 – 31,458 miles
  • 2012 – 27,535 miles
  • 2010 – 20,967 miles
  • 2009 – 17,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,476 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    80,476 miles
    Test number
    191183710584
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail80,474 miles (+1,559)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,474 miles
    Test number
    956676386781
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    78,915 miles
    Test number
    567778140467
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail78,912 miles (+5,824)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,912 miles
    Test number
    460693439846
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    73,088 miles
    Test number
    754015974082
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail73,088 miles (+2,956)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,088 miles
    Test number
    586086520233
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass70,132 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,132 miles
    Test number
    264437857073
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail70,130 miles (+1,889)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,130 miles
    Test number
    246375077836
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,241 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    68,241 miles
    Test number
    711379324300
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing around insides (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail68,240 miles (+4,149)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,240 miles
    Test number
    485451776849
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both very weak. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing around insides (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass64,091 miles (+3,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,091 miles
    Test number
    144806258608
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass60,896 miles (+3,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,896 miles
    Test number
    705482888806
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary catch stiff

  13. Pass57,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    57,616 miles
    Test number
    377601814711
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Fail57,616 miles (+4,267)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,616 miles
    Test number
    380793520850
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch stiff

  15. Pass53,349 miles (+9,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,349 miles
    Test number
    872946134774
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components.

  16. Pass44,212 miles (+4,452)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,212 miles
    Test number
    157878803955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,760 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,760 miles
    Test number
    352185694690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,637 miles (+4,179)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,637 miles
    Test number
    965954164382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,458 miles (+3,923)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,458 miles
    Test number
    689011963333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,535 miles (+3,314)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    27,535 miles
    Test number
    277202252326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,221 miles (+3,254)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    24,221 miles
    Test number
    289773702014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,967 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    20,967 miles
    Test number
    263335840309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,762 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    17,762 miles
    Test number
    522661959399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail17,761 miles (+3,718)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,761 miles
    Test number
    552850959330
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  25. Pass14,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    14,043 miles
    Test number
    331842719099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 NOF

Does LB55 NOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 NOF is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NOF?
The MOT on LB55 NOF is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 NOF done?
LB55 NOF was recorded at 80,476 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,907 miles a year.
Has LB55 NOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NOF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 NOF 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 NOF find?
LB55 NOF passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine oil.

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