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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LM05 VSNMOT history

LM05 VSN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 275,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2022.

LM05 VSN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2023
Mileage
275,316 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
15,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 VSN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 VSN was last recorded at 275,316 miles on 31 Jan 2022, 7,887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
267,429 miles · 5 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,887 miles
Average per year
15,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 275,316 miles
  • 2021 – 267,429 miles
  • 2020 – 260,929 miles
  • 2019 – 253,281 miles
  • 2017 – 243,688 miles
  • 2016 – 223,636 miles
  • 2015 – 201,987 miles
  • 2014 – 183,709 miles
  • 2013 – 165,735 miles
  • 2012 – 141,781 miles
  • 2011 – 119,992 miles
  • 2010 – 104,101 miles
  • 2009 – 83,103 miles
  • 2008 – 67,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass275,316 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in the o/s swept area

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass275,316 miles (+7,887)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    275,316 miles
    Test number
    578492756335
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass267,429 miles (+6,500)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    267,429 miles
    Test number
    907024081164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass260,929 miles (+7,648)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    260,929 miles
    Test number
    703936417950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass253,281 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    253,281 miles
    Test number
    974795782066
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in the o/s swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail253,281 miles (+9,593)2 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,281 miles
    Test number
    275783753214
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in the o/s swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass243,688 miles (+20,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    243,688 miles
    Test number
    435992224633
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glass misty

  7. Pass223,636 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    223,636 miles
    Test number
    930520819843
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail223,636 miles (+21,649)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,636 miles
    Test number
    559816870306
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer boot (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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 Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass201,987 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    201,987 miles
    Test number
    177477384318
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail201,987 miles (+18,278)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,987 miles
    Test number
    683932653285
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass183,709 miles (+17,974)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    183,709 miles
    Test number
    869251614206
    • NoteOffside front back plate is corroded, nearside rear back plate is corroded

  12. Pass165,735 miles (+23,954)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    165,735 miles
    Test number
    799322813226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass141,781 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    141,781 miles
    Test number
    379583812279
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake back plates are corroded.
    • NoteNearside rear hand brake lever on caliper not returning fully.
    • NoteSmall cuts to all tyres.

  14. Fail141,781 miles (+21,789)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,781 miles
    Test number
    107183912268
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear hand brake lever on caliper not returning fully.
    • NoteSmall cuts to all tyres.

  15. Pass119,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    119,992 miles
    Test number
    169954311250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail119,992 miles (+15,891)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,992 miles
    Test number
    176501111292
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass104,101 miles (+20,998)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    104,101 miles
    Test number
    500737610212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,103 miles3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,103 miles
    Test number
    481803209254
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall
    • NoteNear side rear tyre has a nail in the tread
    • NoteOff side rear light lens is cracked

  19. Pass83,103 miles (+15,903)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,103 miles
    Test number
    584603309286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall
    • NoteNear side rear tyre has a nail in the tread
    • NoteOff side rear light lens is cracked

  20. Pass67,200 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,200 miles
    Test number
    681397698164
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has nail in centre of tread

Questions about LM05 VSN

Does LM05 VSN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 VSN expired on 5 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 VSN?
The MOT on LM05 VSN expired on 5 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 VSN done?
LM05 VSN was recorded at 275,316 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2022, an average of 15,363 miles a year.
Has LM05 VSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 VSN has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LM05 VSN 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 VSN find?
LM05 VSN passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2022 with 7 advisories: coolant leak; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm, and 4 more.

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