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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LM55 MTFMOT history

LM55 MTF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 142,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2024.

LM55 MTF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2025
Mileage
142,307 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 MTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM55 MTF was last recorded at 142,307 miles on 8 Aug 2024, 5,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,838 miles · 28 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
5,469 miles
Average per year
6,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,307 miles
  • 2023 – 136,838 miles
  • 2022 – 132,078 miles
  • 2021 – 128,755 miles
  • 2019 – 125,121 miles
  • 2018 – 114,318 miles
  • 2017 – 106,135 miles
  • 2015 – 101,585 miles
  • 2014 – 96,157 miles
  • 2013 – 81,043 miles
  • 2012 – 71,315 miles
  • 2011 – 58,559 miles
  • 2010 – 46,828 miles
  • 2009 – 35,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,307 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust back box bracket broken but system adequately supported

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Fuel cap of temporary type but meets test standard

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,307 miles (+5,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    142,307 miles
    Test number
    421971835554
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box bracket broken but system adequately supported

  2. Pass136,838 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    136,838 miles
    Test number
    488082095714
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail136,838 miles (+4,760)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,838 miles
    Test number
    478030004279
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,078 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    132,078 miles
    Test number
    750285024726
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail132,078 miles (+3,323)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,078 miles
    Test number
    282569295455
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass128,755 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    128,755 miles
    Test number
    956964540039
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip OSF upper of windscreen - top end of zone A. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs badly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail128,755 miles (+3,634)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,755 miles
    Test number
    350644289115
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip OSF upper of windscreen - top end of zone A. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs badly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass125,121 miles (+10,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,121 miles
    Test number
    552827132676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass114,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    114,318 miles
    Test number
    940825355599
    • AdvisoryTempory fuel cap fitted but meets test requirements

  10. Fail114,318 miles (+8,183)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,318 miles
    Test number
    825147517413
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryTempory fuel cap fitted but meets test requirements

  11. Pass106,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    106,135 miles
    Test number
    765292498510
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap which conforms to mot criteria fitted

  12. Fail106,135 miles (+4,550)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,135 miles
    Test number
    464479652331
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap which conforms to mot criteria fitted

  13. Pass101,585 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    101,585 miles
    Test number
    324446012226
    • AdvisoryFuel cap of temporary type but meets test standard

  14. Fail101,585 miles (+5,428)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,585 miles
    Test number
    638494209377
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap of temporary type but meets test standard

  15. Pass96,157 miles (+7)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    96,157 miles
    Test number
    346798534360
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/S/R bumpstop defective
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Fail96,150 miles (+8,625)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,150 miles
    Test number
    165685334380
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R bumpstop defective
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  17. Pass87,525 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    87,525 miles
    Test number
    957151824004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail87,525 miles (+6,482)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,525 miles
    Test number
    816740324078
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass81,043 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    266359313013
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail81,043 miles (+9,728)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    979669313038
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass71,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,315 miles
    Test number
    318864842071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,315 miles (+12,756)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,315 miles
    Test number
    706354842034
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

  23. Pass58,559 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,559 miles
    Test number
    408849931064
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside outer sill

  24. Fail58,559 miles (+11,731)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,559 miles
    Test number
    677949431002
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside outer sill

  25. Pass46,828 miles (+11,084)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,828 miles
    Test number
    170629610055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteN/S sill damaged
    • NoteSlight leak of grease past N/S CV boot clips

  26. Pass35,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,744 miles
    Test number
    703169869054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM55 MTF

Does LM55 MTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM55 MTF expired on 7 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM55 MTF?
The MOT on LM55 MTF expired on 7 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM55 MTF done?
LM55 MTF was recorded at 142,307 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2024, an average of 6,913 miles a year.
Has LM55 MTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 MTF has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LM55 MTF 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 MTF find?
LM55 MTF passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: exhaust back box bracket broken but system adequately supported.

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