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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LL55 BNJMOT history

LL55 BNJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2021 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 141,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

LL55 BNJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2021
Mileage
141,942 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL55 BNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL55 BNJ was last recorded at 141,942 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 6,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,750 miles · 1 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
6,192 miles
Average per year
8,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 141,942 miles
  • 2020 – 135,750 miles
  • 2019 – 124,618 miles
  • 2018 – 116,830 miles
  • 2017 – 115,705 miles
  • 2016 – 107,206 miles
  • 2015 – 98,029 miles
  • 2014 – 89,524 miles
  • 2013 – 81,505 miles
  • 2012 – 68,735 miles
  • 2011 – 57,608 miles
  • 2010 – 47,566 miles
  • 2009 – 37,415 miles
  • 2008 – 28,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,942 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill centre (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill centre (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Chip on front screen o/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • N/s outer sill has been repaired lots of areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Sticker on n/s/f screen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Traction control light came on /went off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under trays /covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail141,942 miles (+6,192)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,942 miles
    Test number
    752549821339
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill centre (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill centre (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,750 miles (+274)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,750 miles
    Test number
    548161728545
    • Advisory2 outer sills have been welded /painted
    • AdvisoryChip on front screen o/s/f
    • AdvisoryN/s outer sill has been repaired lots of areas
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has cut inner side
    • AdvisorySticker on n/s/f screen
    • AdvisoryTraction control light came on /went off
    • AdvisoryUnder trays /covers

  3. Fail135,476 miles (+10,858)6 dangerous9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,476 miles
    Test number
    903544285033
    • DangerousCentral Rear Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Undertray likely to become detached hits tyres (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill has hole mark with yellow (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Undertray likely to become detached hits tyre (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s/ outer sill yellow mark to show (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement n/s/r brake cailper (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Advisory2 front wiper just in limit
    • AdvisoryChip on front screen o/s/f
    • AdvisoryN/s outer sill has been repaired lots of areas
    • AdvisoryRear number plate dirty
    • AdvisorySticker on n/s/f screen
    • AdvisoryTraction control light came on /went off
    • AdvisoryUnder trays /covers

  4. Pass124,618 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,618 miles
    Test number
    748098802569
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail124,608 miles (+21)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,608 miles
    Test number
    582661896115
    • DangerousSeat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision N/S rear inner sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail124,587 miles (+7,757)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,587 miles
    Test number
    122783280919
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass116,830 miles (+1,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    116,830 miles
    Test number
    508342183967
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass115,705 miles (+8,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    115,705 miles
    Test number
    665893073591
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center exhaust clamp corroded (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front and rear tyres worn on shoulders

  9. Pass107,206 miles (+9,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,206 miles
    Test number
    401456534770
    • AdvisoryBOTH SIDE REPEATERS DIM
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass98,029 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,029 miles
    Test number
    749933625286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,524 miles (+8,019)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,524 miles
    Test number
    205125624229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,505 miles (+12,770)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,505 miles
    Test number
    727225443291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,735 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,735 miles
    Test number
    596812752270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,707 miles (+11,099)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,707 miles
    Test number
    755200852226
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass57,608 miles (+10,042)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,608 miles
    Test number
    786588341291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,566 miles (+10,151)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,566 miles
    Test number
    390809940448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,415 miles (+8,589)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,415 miles
    Test number
    553635749258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,826 miles
    Test number
    194582548240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL55 BNJ

Does LL55 BNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL55 BNJ expired on 10 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL55 BNJ?
The MOT on LL55 BNJ expired on 10 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL55 BNJ done?
LL55 BNJ was recorded at 141,942 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 8,559 miles a year.
Has LL55 BNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL55 BNJ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LL55 BNJ 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 LL55 BNJ find?
LL55 BNJ failed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill centre, and 8 more.

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