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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LM05 BYGMOT history

LM05 BYG is a black diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 23 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 222,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2024.

LM05 BYG black Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Caddy, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2025
Mileage
222,959 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2024
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BYG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BYG was last recorded at 222,959 miles on 19 Apr 2024, 5,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,002 miles · 16 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,957 miles
Average per year
8,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 222,959 miles
  • 2023 – 217,002 miles
  • 2022 – 210,292 miles
  • 2021 – 200,928 miles
  • 2020 – 194,028 miles
  • 2019 – 188,636 miles
  • 2018 – 183,128 miles
  • 2017 – 178,368 miles
  • 2016 – 173,084 miles
  • 2015 – 160,141 miles
  • 2014 – 145,030 miles
  • 2013 – 135,976 miles
  • 2012 – 135,468 miles
  • 2011 – 119,120 miles
  • 2010 – 111,740 miles
  • 2009 – 96,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,959 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bushes (Both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,959 miles (+5,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    222,959 miles
    Test number
    103519449945
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bushes (Both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass217,002 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    217,002 miles
    Test number
    707298104806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail217,001 miles (+6,709)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,001 miles
    Test number
    494580439192
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) joint ecesive (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDash skid light on

  4. Pass210,292 miles (+337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    210,292 miles
    Test number
    415796116891
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail209,955 miles (+9,027)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,955 miles
    Test number
    856910772119
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass200,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    200,928 miles
    Test number
    346332149427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail200,928 miles (+6,900)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,928 miles
    Test number
    350249639539
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass194,028 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    194,028 miles
    Test number
    300777705750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail194,014 miles (+5,378)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,014 miles
    Test number
    432457672956
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass188,636 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    188,636 miles
    Test number
    629034323185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail188,633 miles (+5,505)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,633 miles
    Test number
    361985187020
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass183,128 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    183,128 miles
    Test number
    109820268581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail183,123 miles (+4,755)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,123 miles
    Test number
    541130919948
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass178,368 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    178,368 miles
    Test number
    824799678789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail178,368 miles (+5,284)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,368 miles
    Test number
    257242270333
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate lens very dirty (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass173,084 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    173,084 miles
    Test number
    735327849134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryRear engine mount worn/perished

  17. Fail173,082 miles (+12,941)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,082 miles
    Test number
    281376590650
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryRear engine mount worn/perished

  18. Pass160,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    160,141 miles
    Test number
    205365085125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail160,141 miles (+15,111)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,141 miles
    Test number
    867664585122
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass145,030 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    145,030 miles
    Test number
    439745384111
    • NoteBoth rear anti roll bar bushes worn
    • NoteBoth rear shockr weak damping

  21. Fail145,030 miles (+9,054)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,030 miles
    Test number
    218455284131
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear anti roll bar bushes worn
    • NoteBoth rear shockr weak damping

  22. Pass135,976 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    135,976 miles
    Test number
    939763083147
    • NoteBattery slightly loose
    • NoteBoth outer sills damaged
    • NoteEngine noisy during emission test
    • NoteNearside front bumper loose
    • NoteNearside front bumper/headlight support panel damaged
    • NoteNearside front wheelrim damaged
    • NoteOffside mirror damaged

  23. Fail135,976 miles (+508)8 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,976 miles
    Test number
    509280683179
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBattery slightly loose
    • NoteBoth outer sills damaged
    • NoteEngine noisy during emission test
    • NoteNearside front bumper loose
    • NoteNearside front wheelrim damaged
    • NoteOffside mirror damaged

  24. Pass135,468 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    135,468 miles
    Test number
    425963462425
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  25. Fail135,429 miles (+16,309)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,429 miles
    Test number
    916292062335
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  26. Pass119,120 miles (+7,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    119,120 miles
    Test number
    447127551383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass111,740 miles (+14,765)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    111,740 miles
    Test number
    213248150394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn

  28. Pass96,975 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    96,975 miles
    Test number
    322900659435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail96,974 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,974 miles
    Test number
    252468249291
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LM05 BYG

Does LM05 BYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 BYG expired on 18 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BYG?
The MOT on LM05 BYG expired on 18 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 BYG done?
LM05 BYG was recorded at 222,959 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2024, an average of 8,617 miles a year.
Has LM05 BYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BYG has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LM05 BYG 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 LM05 BYG find?
LM05 BYG passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear back box; front suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bushes (both); integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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