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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB55 PLZMOT history

LB55 PLZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 72,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2024
Mileage
72,345 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 PLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 PLZ was last recorded at 72,345 miles on 7 Aug 2023, 2,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,726 miles · 8 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2,619 miles
Average per year
4,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,345 miles
  • 2022 – 69,726 miles
  • 2021 – 65,771 miles
  • 2020 – 62,459 miles
  • 2018 – 52,039 miles
  • 2017 – 33,195 miles
  • 2016 – 30,694 miles
  • 2015 – 29,236 miles
  • 2014 – 28,741 miles
  • 2013 – 26,908 miles
  • 2012 – 24,758 miles
  • 2011 – 22,036 miles
  • 2010 – 19,938 miles
  • 2009 – 16,314 miles
  • 2008 – 13,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,345 miles
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front cv gator outer deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs lipped / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - rear bushes age cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Heavy dampness

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,345 miles (+2,619)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,345 miles
    Test number
    309962056736
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front cv gator outer deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs lipped / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass69,726 miles (+3,955)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,726 miles
    Test number
    217603677980
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass65,771 miles (+3,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    65,771 miles
    Test number
    366581962206
    • 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))

  4. Pass62,459 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    628815129860
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - rear bushes age cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Heavy dampness (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail62,443 miles (+10,404)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,443 miles
    Test number
    940192310025
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - rear bushes age cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Heavy dampness (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass52,039 miles (+18,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    52,039 miles
    Test number
    840330465207
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Slight age cracking on suspension arm rear bushes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass33,195 miles (+2,501)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    33,195 miles
    Test number
    354126680216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,694 miles
    Test number
    543778615413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail30,694 miles (+1,458)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,694 miles
    Test number
    339235897137
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass29,236 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,236 miles
    Test number
    109782675012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,741 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    28,741 miles
    Test number
    206069144385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail28,737 miles (+1,829)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,737 miles
    Test number
    587309444385
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass26,908 miles (+2,150)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,908 miles
    Test number
    856650653305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass24,758 miles (+2,722)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,758 miles
    Test number
    255039142375
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass22,036 miles (+2,098)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    22,036 miles
    Test number
    285176441338
    • NoteNsf tyre down to 3mm
    • NoteOsf tyre getting low 4mm

  16. Pass19,938 miles (+3,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    19,938 miles
    Test number
    752821150302
    • NoteAll four tyres are cracking slightly

  17. Pass16,314 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,314 miles
    Test number
    763425949320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    13,148 miles
    Test number
    342863358394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail13,148 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,148 miles
    Test number
    103033358336
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Questions about LB55 PLZ

Does LB55 PLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 PLZ expired on 6 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 PLZ?
The MOT on LB55 PLZ expired on 6 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 PLZ done?
LB55 PLZ was recorded at 72,345 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2023, an average of 4,045 miles a year.
Has LB55 PLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 PLZ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LB55 PLZ 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 PLZ find?
LB55 PLZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front cv gator outer deteriorated; offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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