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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LC55 UEYMOT history

LC55 UEY is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2024.

LC55 UEY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2024
Mileage
134,964 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 UEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC55 UEY was last recorded at 134,964 miles on 10 Oct 2024, 3,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,401 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
3,563 miles
Average per year
5,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,964 miles
  • 2023 – 131,401 miles
  • 2022 – 123,700 miles
  • 2020 – 116,967 miles
  • 2019 – 112,503 miles
  • 2018 – 107,935 miles
  • 2017 – 102,208 miles
  • 2016 – 92,620 miles
  • 2015 – 81,481 miles
  • 2014 – 77,223 miles
  • 2013 – 73,406 miles
  • 2012 – 69,512 miles
  • 2011 – 64,717 miles
  • 2009 – 58,483 miles
  • 2008 – 41,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,964 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Door mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing possibly ran flat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,964 miles (+3,563)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,964 miles
    Test number
    594731804290
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Door mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass131,401 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    131,401 miles
    Test number
    262298986738
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail131,401 miles (+7,701)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,401 miles
    Test number
    685256295543
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,700 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,700 miles
    Test number
    448868668154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail123,672 miles (+6,705)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,672 miles
    Test number
    565228733386
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass116,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,967 miles
    Test number
    128424605424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,967 miles (+4,464)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,967 miles
    Test number
    197016575678
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens is frosty (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working accident damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated punctured (5.2.3 (l))

  8. Pass112,503 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,503 miles
    Test number
    351664304482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing possibly ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail112,503 miles (+4,568)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,503 miles
    Test number
    613082288664
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing possibly ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass107,935 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,935 miles
    Test number
    845224789715
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail107,935 miles (+5,727)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,935 miles
    Test number
    807350653032
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner tread out of shape

  12. Pass102,208 miles (+9,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    102,208 miles
    Test number
    738627167081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing rough wen rotatin

  13. Pass92,620 miles (+11,139)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,620 miles
    Test number
    582730758924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,481 miles (+4,258)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,481 miles
    Test number
    947407115154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass77,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,223 miles
    Test number
    377435784024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,223 miles (+3,817)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,223 miles
    Test number
    885355384089
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  17. Pass73,406 miles (+3,894)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,406 miles
    Test number
    959443393030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass69,512 miles (+4,795)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,512 miles
    Test number
    976074192027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass64,717 miles (+6,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,717 miles
    Test number
    135427391409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass58,483 miles (+17,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    58,483 miles
    Test number
    660504669338
    • 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. Pass41,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,036 miles
    Test number
    710779908303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,036 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,036 miles
    Test number
    872999208301
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Questions about LC55 UEY

Does LC55 UEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 UEY expired on 18 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 UEY?
The MOT on LC55 UEY expired on 18 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 UEY done?
LC55 UEY was recorded at 134,964 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2024, an average of 5,896 miles a year.
Has LC55 UEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 UEY has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LC55 UEY 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 LC55 UEY find?
LC55 UEY failed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 1 advisory: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 8 more.

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