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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR05 DSZMOT history

LR05 DSZ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2022.

LR05 DSZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2023
Mileage
147,619 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 DSZ was last recorded at 147,619 miles on 26 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Aug 2011: 54,232 miles, lower than 91,173 miles on 11 Sept 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,619 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,619 miles
  • 2021 – 137,360 miles
  • 2019 – 121,697 miles
  • 2018 – 111,719 miles
  • 2017 – 106,284 miles
  • 2016 – 99,650 miles
  • 2015 – 87,850 miles
  • 2014 – 77,520 miles
  • 2013 – 68,541 miles
  • 2012 – 60,844 miles
  • 2011 – 54,232 miles
  • 2010 – 91,173 miles
  • 2009 – 35,025 miles
  • 2008 – 20,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,619 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,619 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    147,619 miles
    Test number
    645251845598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,619 miles (+10,259)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,619 miles
    Test number
    471985003740
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,360 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,360 miles
    Test number
    913092029939
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail137,360 miles1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,360 miles
    Test number
    616572887864
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    189662498685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. FailMileage not read2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    867177157957
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm likely to become detached bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass121,697 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,697 miles
    Test number
    288876176984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,679 miles (+9,960)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,679 miles
    Test number
    963442376574
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass111,719 miles (+5,435)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,719 miles
    Test number
    283923741847
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass106,284 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,284 miles
    Test number
    383922416741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail106,284 miles (+6,634)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,284 miles
    Test number
    288897565176
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass99,650 miles (+11,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,650 miles
    Test number
    639794696902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower large suspension bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn unevenly

  13. Pass87,850 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,850 miles
    Test number
    868036465118
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine undertray incorrect for vehicle and very poor fitment.
    • NoteN/s front suspension arm rearmost bush in poor condition and cracked.

  14. Fail87,580 miles (+10,060)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,580 miles
    Test number
    648886265115
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower arm rear most bushes cracked and in very poor condition.
    • NoteEngine undertray incorrect for vehicle and very poor fitment.

  15. Pass77,520 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,520 miles
    Test number
    876343154144
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail77,520 miles (+8,979)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,520 miles
    Test number
    878143054116
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass68,541 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,541 miles
    Test number
    107932473107
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail68,541 miles (+7,697)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,541 miles
    Test number
    389882573128
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass60,844 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,844 miles
    Test number
    288202572181
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight binding to o/s/r brake

  20. Fail60,844 miles (+6,612)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,844 miles
    Test number
    239042872474
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight binding to o/s/r brake

  21. Pass54,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,232 miles
    Test number
    106233041219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,232 miles (-36,941)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,232 miles
    Test number
    315963841484
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass91,173 miles (+56,148)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,173 miles
    Test number
    851774250254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,025 miles (+5,366)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,025 miles
    Test number
    334173559402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,659 miles (+8,985)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,659 miles
    Test number
    494305349049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    20,674 miles
    Test number
    902009448060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 DSZ

Does LR05 DSZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 DSZ expired on 25 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DSZ?
The MOT on LR05 DSZ expired on 25 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 DSZ done?
LR05 DSZ was recorded at 147,619 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2022, an average of 8,743 miles a year.
Has LR05 DSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DSZ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 DSZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 DSZ find?
LR05 DSZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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