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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LB55 XJAMOT history

LB55 XJA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 199,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
199,632 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 XJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 XJA was last recorded at 199,632 miles on 22 May 2026, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,560 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
9,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,632 miles
  • 2024 – 191,467 miles
  • 2023 – 188,257 miles
  • 2022 – 181,413 miles
  • 2021 – 172,495 miles
  • 2020 – 161,669 miles
  • 2019 – 141,871 miles
  • 2018 – 132,385 miles
  • 2017 – 119,119 miles
  • 2016 – 115,718 miles
  • 2015 – 110,582 miles
  • 2014 – 106,610 miles
  • 2013 – 102,211 miles
  • 2012 – 88,445 miles
  • 2011 – 68,477 miles
  • 2010 – 48,430 miles
  • 2009 – 27,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,632 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakenedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,632 miles (+72)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    199,632 miles
    Test number
    568812671181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

  2. Fail199,560 miles (+8,093)3 dangerous7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,560 miles
    Test number
    522167961331
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

  3. Pass191,467 miles (+3,210)6 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    191,467 miles
    Test number
    488296149957
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass188,257 miles (+6,844)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    188,257 miles
    Test number
    440303170967
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass181,413 miles (+8,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    181,413 miles
    Test number
    494245460987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass172,495 miles (+10,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    172,495 miles
    Test number
    255259817921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass161,669 miles (+19,798)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    161,669 miles
    Test number
    100496317032
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass141,871 miles (+177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,871 miles
    Test number
    152676566527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Cv gaiter perished

  9. Fail141,694 miles (+9,309)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,694 miles
    Test number
    880120028658
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Cv gaiter perished

  10. Pass132,385 miles (+13,266)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    132,385 miles
    Test number
    106725715347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,119 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,119 miles
    Test number
    321628467043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,718 miles (+5,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,718 miles
    Test number
    902352286658
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass110,582 miles (+3,972)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,582 miles
    Test number
    598591915169
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  14. Pass106,610 miles (+4,399)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,610 miles
    Test number
    518195004119
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass102,211 miles (+13,766)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    102,211 miles
    Test number
    477786703188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,445 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    88,445 miles
    Test number
    199314962156
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail88,445 miles (+19,968)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,445 miles
    Test number
    559584462178
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass68,477 miles (+20,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    478217751103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass48,430 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,430 miles
    Test number
    104497040128
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail48,430 miles (+20,447)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,430 miles
    Test number
    972917940156
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass27,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,983 miles
    Test number
    583549609054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,983 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,983 miles
    Test number
    274099509009
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

Questions about LB55 XJA

Does LB55 XJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 XJA is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 XJA?
The MOT on LB55 XJA is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 XJA done?
LB55 XJA was recorded at 199,632 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 9,886 miles a year.
Has LB55 XJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 XJA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 XJA 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 XJA find?
LB55 XJA passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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