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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB55 XADMOT history

LB55 XAD is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
167,678 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 XAD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 XAD was last recorded at 167,678 miles on 4 Dec 2023, 8,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Dec 2014: 55,203 miles, lower than 55,918 miles on 8 Dec 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
158,978 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
8,700 miles
Average per year
10,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,678 miles
  • 2022 – 158,978 miles
  • 2021 – 149,476 miles
  • 2020 – 131,752 miles
  • 2019 – 117,727 miles
  • 2018 – 99,471 miles
  • 2017 – 90,155 miles
  • 2016 – 80,108 miles
  • 2015 – 67,059 miles
  • 2014 – 55,203 miles
  • 2013 – 45,972 miles
  • 2012 – 37,326 miles
  • 2011 – 29,181 miles
  • 2010 – 22,003 miles
  • 2009 – 16,682 miles
  • 2008 – 12,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,678 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • (both front wiper smearing)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,678 miles (+8,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    167,678 miles
    Test number
    260871792549
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass158,978 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    158,978 miles
    Test number
    550988119066
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory(both front wiper smearing)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail158,974 miles (+9,498)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,974 miles
    Test number
    523595160152
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory(both front wiper smearing)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,476 miles
    Test number
    359967973347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight slightly loose

  5. Fail149,476 miles (+17,724)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,476 miles
    Test number
    604672650620
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight slightly loose

  6. Pass131,752 miles (+22)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,752 miles
    Test number
    600984934003
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Off side and near side front (rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail131,730 miles (+14,003)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,730 miles
    Test number
    653522297733
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Off side and near side front (rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,727 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,727 miles
    Test number
    608043519970
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail117,727 miles (+18,256)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,727 miles
    Test number
    190036450381
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass99,471 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,471 miles
    Test number
    947577618358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,441 miles (+9,286)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,441 miles
    Test number
    613075280530
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass90,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,155 miles
    Test number
    526997834366
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres scrubbing inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront number plate

  13. Fail90,155 miles (+10,047)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,155 miles
    Test number
    405523528628
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres scrubbing inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront number plate

  14. Pass80,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,108 miles
    Test number
    454564038704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,108 miles (+13,049)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,108 miles
    Test number
    624293898506
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass67,059 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,059 miles
    Test number
    475004838775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,054 miles (+11,851)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,054 miles
    Test number
    969960149472
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass55,203 miles (-715)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,203 miles
    Test number
    106883844383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,918 miles (+9,946)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,918 miles
    Test number
    597642144367
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  20. Pass45,972 miles (+8,646)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    45,972 miles
    Test number
    396652753369
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass37,326 miles (+8,145)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,326 miles
    Test number
    446592252328
    • NoteFRONT TYRES WORN LOW

  22. Pass29,181 miles (+7,178)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,181 miles
    Test number
    275673851312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,003 miles (+5,321)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    22,003 miles
    Test number
    792859340373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,682 miles (+3,903)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,682 miles
    Test number
    510383249399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    12,779 miles
    Test number
    372787558345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 XAD

Does LB55 XAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 XAD expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 XAD?
The MOT on LB55 XAD expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 XAD done?
LB55 XAD was recorded at 167,678 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2023, an average of 10,362 miles a year.
Has LB55 XAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 XAD has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 XAD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Dec 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 XAD find?
LB55 XAD passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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