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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 DPUMOT history

LR05 DPU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 167,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

LR05 DPU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
167,847 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DPU
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
8 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 DPU was last recorded at 167,847 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,842 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,847 miles
  • 2024 – 165,229 miles
  • 2023 – 163,098 miles
  • 2022 – 159,873 miles
  • 2021 – 157,029 miles
  • 2020 – 153,300 miles
  • 2019 – 148,122 miles
  • 2018 – 141,012 miles
  • 2017 – 132,489 miles
  • 2016 – 125,261 miles
  • 2015 – 116,195 miles
  • 2014 – 102,615 miles
  • 2013 – 88,700 miles
  • 2012 – 74,319 miles
  • 2011 – 63,213 miles
  • 2010 – 51,647 miles
  • 2009 – 41,794 miles
  • 2008 – 31,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,847 miles
  • AdvisoryFront wings repaired with tapeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,847 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,847 miles
    Test number
    624622122797
    • AdvisoryFront wings repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail167,842 miles (+2,613)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,842 miles
    Test number
    414796241309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront wings repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass165,229 miles (+2,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    165,229 miles
    Test number
    905014913972
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill rusting

  4. Pass163,098 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    163,098 miles
    Test number
    956145285393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing rusty edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail163,093 miles (+3,220)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,093 miles
    Test number
    120916088687
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing rusty edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass159,873 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,873 miles
    Test number
    874136403040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail159,845 miles (+2,816)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,845 miles
    Test number
    687868424764
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass157,029 miles (+3,729)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    157,029 miles
    Test number
    997215960279
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass153,300 miles (+5,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    153,300 miles
    Test number
    156118094140
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass148,122 miles (+7,110)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,122 miles
    Test number
    224362429497
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass141,012 miles (+8,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    141,012 miles
    Test number
    803395144795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer gator

  12. Pass132,489 miles (+7,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,489 miles
    Test number
    528438344050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass125,261 miles (+9,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    125,261 miles
    Test number
    943162250969
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp SLIGHT MOVEMENT
    • 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)

  14. Pass116,195 miles (+13,580)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,195 miles
    Test number
    199433955190
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass102,615 miles (+13,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    102,615 miles
    Test number
    988485354170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass88,700 miles (+14,381)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    569557023134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,319 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,319 miles
    Test number
    347353702178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,290 miles (+11,077)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,290 miles
    Test number
    837882002103
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass63,213 miles (+11,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,213 miles
    Test number
    155442891090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass51,647 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,647 miles
    Test number
    674218670047
    • NoteBoth rear tyres steped on inside edge and nail in offside rear.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.

  21. Fail51,647 miles (+9,853)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,647 miles
    Test number
    140818270441
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres steped on inside edge and nail in offside rear.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.

  22. Pass41,794 miles (+10,162)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,794 miles
    Test number
    734170889083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,632 miles
    Test number
    703835798022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 DPU

Does LR05 DPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 DPU is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DPU?
The MOT on LR05 DPU is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 DPU done?
LR05 DPU was recorded at 167,847 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 7,754 miles a year.
Has LR05 DPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DPU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 DPU 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 LR05 DPU find?
LR05 DPU passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front wings repaired with tape; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all.

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