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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LC55 YMLMOT history

LC55 YML is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 103,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2024.

LC55 YML grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2025
Mileage
103,208 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 YML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2025
Latest MOT test
24 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 YML was last recorded at 103,208 miles on 24 May 2024, 2,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,638 miles · 25 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,570 miles
Average per year
4,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 103,208 miles
  • 2023 – 100,638 miles
  • 2022 – 90,382 miles
  • 2021 – 89,657 miles
  • 2017 – 86,969 miles
  • 2016 – 80,466 miles
  • 2015 – 75,331 miles
  • 2014 – 70,300 miles
  • 2013 – 65,708 miles
  • 2012 – 59,541 miles
  • 2011 – 53,823 miles
  • 2010 – 43,927 miles
  • 2009 – 35,890 miles
  • 2008 – 25,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,208 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under body covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,208 miles (+2,570)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    103,208 miles
    Test number
    485425204121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,638 miles
    Test number
    826194186968
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  3. Fail100,638 miles (+10,256)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,638 miles
    Test number
    801438295206
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears / 195,65v15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  4. Pass90,382 miles (+725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,382 miles
    Test number
    981140150692
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s rear tyres perrishing and cracking
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass89,657 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    89,657 miles
    Test number
    715887778789
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail89,633 miles (+2,664)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,633 miles
    Test number
    328580221119
    • DangerousOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass86,969 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,969 miles
    Test number
    391271051827
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED

  8. Fail86,969 miles (+6,503)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,969 miles
    Test number
    310128731325
    • 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 Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED

  9. Pass80,466 miles (+5,135)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    80,466 miles
    Test number
    959056888848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,331 miles (+5,031)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,331 miles
    Test number
    641819420108
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass70,300 miles (+4,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,300 miles
    Test number
    905670604366
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass65,708 miles (+6,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,708 miles
    Test number
    247618303385
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass59,541 miles (+5,718)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,541 miles
    Test number
    568474702351
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to 2.5ml approx

  14. Pass53,823 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,823 miles
    Test number
    269980601386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,927 miles (+8,037)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,927 miles
    Test number
    670200000382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,890 miles (+9,914)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,890 miles
    Test number
    814829099291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    25,976 miles
    Test number
    103443228302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail25,976 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,976 miles
    Test number
    491423428351
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Questions about LC55 YML

Does LC55 YML currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 YML expired on 24 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 YML?
The MOT on LC55 YML expired on 24 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 YML done?
LC55 YML was recorded at 103,208 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2024, an average of 4,979 miles a year.
Has LC55 YML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 YML has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LC55 YML 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 YML find?
LC55 YML passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2024 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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