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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LM55 MSXMOT history

LM55 MSX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 185,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2022.

LM55 MSX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2023
Mileage
185,304 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 MSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM55 MSX was last recorded at 185,304 miles on 12 Sept 2022, 23,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,355 miles · 27 Feb 2018
Between the last two tests
23,949 miles
Average per year
7,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 185,304 miles
  • 2018 – 161,355 miles
  • 2017 – 157,876 miles
  • 2016 – 140,968 miles
  • 2015 – 126,436 miles
  • 2014 – 124,369 miles
  • 2013 – 116,919 miles
  • 2012 – 110,063 miles
  • 2011 – 102,448 miles
  • 2010 – 94,705 miles
  • 2009 – 88,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,304 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,304 miles (+23,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    185,304 miles
    Test number
    983122012017
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass161,355 miles (+3,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    161,355 miles
    Test number
    671963273220
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass157,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    157,876 miles
    Test number
    117001823434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail157,876 miles (+16,908)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,876 miles
    Test number
    842099250847
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bottom rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bottom rear (2.4.G.2)

  5. Pass140,968 miles (+14,532)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    140,968 miles
    Test number
    746025006341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,436 miles (+2,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    126,436 miles
    Test number
    235845345025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass124,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    124,369 miles
    Test number
    726293044027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail124,369 miles (+7,450)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,369 miles
    Test number
    146372244481
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass116,919 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    116,919 miles
    Test number
    538987533032
    • NoteRear disc's rusty

  10. Fail116,919 miles (+6,856)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,919 miles
    Test number
    917446733013
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear disc's rusty

  11. Fail110,063 miles1 repaired2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,063 miles
    Test number
    157618132084
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's slightly worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall slight damage

  12. Pass110,063 miles (+7,615)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    110,063 miles
    Test number
    816778132027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's slightly worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall slight damage

  13. Pass102,448 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    102,448 miles
    Test number
    855812531002
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops broken
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f strutt top rubber mounting

  14. Fail102,448 miles (+7,743)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,448 miles
    Test number
    975052031077
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops broken
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f strutt top rubber mounting

  15. Pass94,705 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    94,705 miles
    Test number
    370074830099
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Fail94,705 miles (+5,905)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,705 miles
    Test number
    990604930037
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass88,800 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,800 miles
    Test number
    421273749074
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge but is not part of tread pattern

Questions about LM55 MSX

Does LM55 MSX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM55 MSX expired on 11 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM55 MSX?
The MOT on LM55 MSX expired on 11 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM55 MSX done?
LM55 MSX was recorded at 185,304 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2022, an average of 7,106 miles a year.
Has LM55 MSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 MSX has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on LM55 MSX 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 LM55 MSX find?
LM55 MSX passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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