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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB55 NPOMOT history

LB55 NPO is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
121,313 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NPO
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
19 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 NPO was last recorded at 121,313 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 5,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,387 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,926 miles
Average per year
5,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,313 miles
  • 2025 – 115,387 miles
  • 2024 – 110,848 miles
  • 2023 – 108,001 miles
  • 2022 – 104,572 miles
  • 2021 – 100,394 miles
  • 2020 – 94,549 miles
  • 2019 – 89,725 miles
  • 2018 – 86,623 miles
  • 2017 – 81,812 miles
  • 2016 – 77,926 miles
  • 2014 – 69,710 miles
  • 2013 – 64,606 miles
  • 2012 – 58,692 miles
  • 2011 – 49,960 miles
  • 2010 – 42,779 miles
  • 2009 – 35,233 miles
  • 2008 – 29,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,313 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front ARCH CORODED
  • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS AND COVERS FITTED

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,313 miles (+5,926)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    121,313 miles
    Test number
    615852046319
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ARCH CORODED
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS AND COVERS FITTED

  2. Pass115,387 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    115,387 miles
    Test number
    417017999166
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front WING BADLY CORODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement MARKED YELLOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARM REAR BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail115,385 miles (+4,537)2 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,385 miles
    Test number
    476560293271
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front WING BADLY CORODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement MARKED YELLOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARM REAR BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,848 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    110,848 miles
    Test number
    110984319079
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  5. Fail110,848 miles (+2,847)1 repaired2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,848 miles
    Test number
    319750507333
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  6. Pass108,001 miles (+3,429)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,001 miles
    Test number
    959918855454
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres low and perished

  7. Pass104,572 miles (+4,178)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,572 miles
    Test number
    310330503776
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass100,394 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,394 miles
    Test number
    402892734221
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail100,392 miles (+5,843)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,392 miles
    Test number
    711299244793
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass94,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,549 miles
    Test number
    545550005658
    • AdvisoryChipped windscreen on limits
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes splitting

  11. Fail94,549 miles (+4,824)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,549 miles
    Test number
    500997794187
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChipped windscreen on limits
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes splitting

  12. Pass89,725 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,725 miles
    Test number
    382427970747
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pads warning lamp on

  13. Fail89,725 miles (+3,102)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,725 miles
    Test number
    357228928989
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pads warning lamp on

  14. Pass86,623 miles (+4,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,623 miles
    Test number
    345659816113
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass81,812 miles (+3,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    81,812 miles
    Test number
    905181091316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyres perished on sidewall of tyre

  16. Pass77,926 miles (+8,216)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,926 miles
    Test number
    929890481529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    195131234346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,710 miles (+5,104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    836701334348
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass64,606 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,606 miles
    Test number
    256542833332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,692 miles (+8,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,692 miles
    Test number
    266614052363
    • 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)

  21. Pass49,960 miles (+7,181)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,960 miles
    Test number
    407645421355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,779 miles (+7,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    42,779 miles
    Test number
    593459920394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass35,233 miles (+6,103)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,233 miles
    Test number
    563100939318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass29,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,130 miles
    Test number
    751026638352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,130 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,130 miles
    Test number
    340296938301
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 NPO

Does LB55 NPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 NPO is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NPO?
The MOT on LB55 NPO is valid until 16 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 NPO done?
LB55 NPO was recorded at 121,313 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 5,372 miles a year.
Has LB55 NPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NPO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 NPO 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 NPO find?
LB55 NPO passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front arch coroded, and 1 more.

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