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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LC05 MXSMOT history

LC05 MXS is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 119,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LC05 MXS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
119,856 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 MXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 MXS was last recorded at 119,856 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 576 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,280 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
576 miles
Average per year
4,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,856 miles
  • 2024 – 119,280 miles
  • 2023 – 118,689 miles
  • 2022 – 118,068 miles
  • 2021 – 117,437 miles
  • 2020 – 116,359 miles
  • 2019 – 113,818 miles
  • 2018 – 112,129 miles
  • 2017 – 110,417 miles
  • 2016 – 102,449 miles
  • 2015 – 94,305 miles
  • 2014 – 84,449 miles
  • 2013 – 74,757 miles
  • 2012 – 66,987 miles
  • 2011 – 59,618 miles
  • 2010 – 53,106 miles
  • 2009 – 46,156 miles
  • 2008 – 39,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,856 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,856 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    119,856 miles
    Test number
    809824759435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    119,280 miles
    Test number
    262506412581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail119,280 miles (+591)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,280 miles
    Test number
    799910494017
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass118,689 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,689 miles
    Test number
    811386384541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,068 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,068 miles
    Test number
    479445921450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail118,068 miles (+631)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,068 miles
    Test number
    527279358149
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass117,437 miles (+1,078)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,437 miles
    Test number
    705305832865
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass116,359 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,359 miles
    Test number
    674254657477
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail116,345 miles (+2,527)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,345 miles
    Test number
    752181160214
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass113,818 miles (+1,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,818 miles
    Test number
    699870927665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,129 miles
    Test number
    593175555162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail112,129 miles (+1,712)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,129 miles
    Test number
    953231336885
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass110,417 miles (+7,968)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    110,417 miles
    Test number
    286377061459
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing both sides (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Pass102,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,449 miles
    Test number
    350304328767
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail102,449 miles (+8,144)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,449 miles
    Test number
    437768246607
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195 65 15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass94,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,305 miles
    Test number
    439629465101
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail94,305 miles (+9,856)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,305 miles
    Test number
    579149965180
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • NoteNearside front brake warning wire damaged

  18. Pass84,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,449 miles
    Test number
    167824384120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail84,449 miles (+9,692)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,449 miles
    Test number
    646944484157
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass74,757 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    74,757 miles
    Test number
    815272883101
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre has a screw through the inner sidewall and is non repairable

  21. Fail74,757 miles (+7,770)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,757 miles
    Test number
    865072283197
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre has a screw through the inner sidewall and is non repairable

  22. Pass66,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    216591772435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,987 miles (+7,369)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    289751972435
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass59,618 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,618 miles
    Test number
    617864971131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,106 miles (+6,950)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,106 miles
    Test number
    802286090083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,156 miles (+7,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,156 miles
    Test number
    422517699096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass39,148 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,148 miles
    Test number
    744796068016
    • NoteDoor shuts are partially covered
    • NoteEngine covers and extensive underbody shielding in place
    • NoteHubcaps on roadwheels
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is worn on the outer edge
    • NoteUnable to clearly see both rear inner brake pads

Questions about LC05 MXS

Does LC05 MXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC05 MXS is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC05 MXS?
The MOT on LC05 MXS is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC05 MXS done?
LC05 MXS was recorded at 119,856 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 4,560 miles a year.
Has LC05 MXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 MXS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LC05 MXS 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 MXS find?
LC05 MXS passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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