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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LR05 DVXMOT history

LR05 DVX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2023.

LR05 DVX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2024
Mileage
114,167 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 DVX was last recorded at 114,167 miles on 8 Mar 2023, 9,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,761 miles · 4 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
9,406 miles
Average per year
6,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,167 miles
  • 2022 – 104,761 miles
  • 2021 – 93,926 miles
  • 2020 – 91,549 miles
  • 2019 – 80,617 miles
  • 2018 – 71,124 miles
  • 2017 – 65,048 miles
  • 2016 – 58,639 miles
  • 2015 – 54,318 miles
  • 2014 – 50,945 miles
  • 2013 – 47,035 miles
  • 2012 – 41,506 miles
  • 2011 – 34,415 miles
  • 2010 – 25,202 miles
  • 2009 – 18,302 miles
  • 2008 – 11,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,167 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Wipers slightly smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,167 miles (+9,406)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,167 miles
    Test number
    894573296845
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass104,761 miles (+264)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,761 miles
    Test number
    202356113788
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail104,497 miles (+10,571)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,497 miles
    Test number
    834750723173
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass93,926 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    93,926 miles
    Test number
    951255096178
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail93,906 miles (+2,357)9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,906 miles
    Test number
    965221515130
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear QTR panel Dented
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass91,549 miles (+10,932)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,549 miles
    Test number
    530698267004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,617 miles (+67)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,617 miles
    Test number
    155670382645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail80,550 miles (+9,426)2 dangerous6 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,550 miles
    Test number
    303320842225
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass71,124 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,124 miles
    Test number
    268805689563
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail71,095 miles (+6,047)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,095 miles
    Test number
    627628507780
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass65,048 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,048 miles
    Test number
    512608643483
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels slightly grabbing
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both headlamps (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has slightly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail65,037 miles (+6,398)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,037 miles
    Test number
    479461260506
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels slightly grabbing
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both headlamps (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has slightly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass58,639 miles (+4,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,639 miles
    Test number
    891530776095
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both headlamp lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection the adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection the adult belt

  14. Pass54,318 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,318 miles
    Test number
    146571345437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,945 miles
    Test number
    706215464065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,945 miles (+3,910)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,945 miles
    Test number
    448395464072
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass47,035 miles (+5,529)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,035 miles
    Test number
    676402883031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,506 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,506 miles
    Test number
    215587172008
    • 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)

  19. Fail41,505 miles (+7,090)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,505 miles
    Test number
    439387272050
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • 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)

  20. Pass34,415 miles (+9,213)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,415 miles
    Test number
    116578871422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,202 miles (+6,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,202 miles
    Test number
    303899570057
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass18,302 miles (+7,089)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,302 miles
    Test number
    101312489034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass11,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    11,213 miles
    Test number
    124568978437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 DVX

Does LR05 DVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 DVX expired on 7 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DVX?
The MOT on LR05 DVX expired on 7 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 DVX done?
LR05 DVX was recorded at 114,167 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2023, an average of 6,877 miles a year.
Has LR05 DVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DVX has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 DVX 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 DVX find?
LR05 DVX passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen wiper blade defective; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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