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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LC05 FDAMOT history

LC05 FDA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 156,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

LC05 FDA blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
156,518 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 FDA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 FDA was last recorded at 156,518 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 3,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,431 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,087 miles
Average per year
6,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,518 miles
  • 2025 – 153,431 miles
  • 2024 – 147,438 miles
  • 2023 – 138,548 miles
  • 2022 – 130,514 miles
  • 2021 – 127,321 miles
  • 2020 – 124,507 miles
  • 2019 – 121,890 miles
  • 2018 – 115,619 miles
  • 2017 – 109,522 miles
  • 2016 – 101,951 miles
  • 2015 – 94,660 miles
  • 2014 – 89,054 miles
  • 2013 – 75,796 miles
  • 2012 – 74,046 miles
  • 2011 – 65,094 miles
  • 2010 – 59,135 miles
  • 2009 – 53,510 miles
  • 2008 – 33,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,518 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2 minor leaks on joint sleeves

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,518 miles (+3,087)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    156,518 miles
    Test number
    789288510738
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass153,431 miles (+5,993)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    153,431 miles
    Test number
    825900600792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    147,438 miles
    Test number
    175217200801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail147,438 miles (+8,890)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,438 miles
    Test number
    506005988788
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn recommend changing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn recommend changing (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass138,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    138,548 miles
    Test number
    104323840100
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2 minor leaks on joint sleeves (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail138,548 miles (+8,034)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,548 miles
    Test number
    661569102336
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer weld joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2 minor leaks on joint sleeves (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,514 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,514 miles
    Test number
    102125898442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail130,497 miles (+227)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,497 miles
    Test number
    104099935095
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced to nearside rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced to offside rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail130,270 miles (+2,949)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,270 miles
    Test number
    797207156501
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass127,321 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,321 miles
    Test number
    910710716453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass124,507 miles (+2,617)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,507 miles
    Test number
    974524766534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,890 miles (+6,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,890 miles
    Test number
    971291310348
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass115,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,619 miles
    Test number
    346673824296
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded

  14. Fail115,619 miles (+6,097)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,619 miles
    Test number
    117477079845
    • MajorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded

  15. Pass109,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,522 miles
    Test number
    258525109090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail109,522 miles (+7,571)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,522 miles
    Test number
    980807288738
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

  17. Pass101,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    101,951 miles
    Test number
    631145786300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail101,951 miles (+7,291)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,951 miles
    Test number
    343032104882
    • FailureNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated plate loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass94,660 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    94,660 miles
    Test number
    596274592555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail94,656 miles (+5,602)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,656 miles
    Test number
    419058762491
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass89,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,054 miles
    Test number
    708065974231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail89,054 miles (+13,258)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,054 miles
    Test number
    757515374220
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass75,796 miles (+1,750)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,796 miles
    Test number
    329197473245
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass74,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,046 miles
    Test number
    109009102334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,046 miles (+8,952)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,046 miles
    Test number
    607608702398
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass65,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,094 miles
    Test number
    198852521230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail65,094 miles (+5,959)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,094 miles
    Test number
    996072321298
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass59,135 miles (+5,625)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,135 miles
    Test number
    630792920257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,510 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,510 miles
    Test number
    624670419225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail53,480 miles (+20,350)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,480 miles
    Test number
    534519509245
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin but not yet down to 1.6mm

  31. Pass33,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,130 miles
    Test number
    652230118291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 FDA

Does LC05 FDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC05 FDA is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC05 FDA?
The MOT on LC05 FDA is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC05 FDA done?
LC05 FDA was recorded at 156,518 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 6,786 miles a year.
Has LC05 FDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 FDA has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LC05 FDA 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 LC05 FDA find?
LC05 FDA passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 4 more.

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