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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 DXVMOT history

LR05 DXV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 128,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

LR05 DXV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
128,325 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 DXV was last recorded at 128,325 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 5,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Mar 2026: 123,232 miles, lower than 123,258 miles on 4 Mar 2025.

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
123,232 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5,093 miles
Average per year
6,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,325 miles
  • 2025 – 123,258 miles
  • 2024 – 119,049 miles
  • 2023 – 114,667 miles
  • 2022 – 110,393 miles
  • 2021 – 106,719 miles
  • 2020 – 101,740 miles
  • 2019 – 95,910 miles
  • 2018 – 90,328 miles
  • 2017 – 83,676 miles
  • 2016 – 76,752 miles
  • 2015 – 69,731 miles
  • 2014 – 62,209 miles
  • 2013 – 53,326 miles
  • 2012 – 45,729 miles
  • 2011 – 35,989 miles
  • 2010 – 27,268 miles
  • 2008 – 18,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,325 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass128,325 miles (+5,093)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    128,325 miles
    Test number
    627323640744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,232 miles (-26)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,232 miles
    Test number
    822899415925
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced Both soiled no pattern (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass123,258 miles (+4,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,258 miles
    Test number
    663621269777
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass119,049 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    119,049 miles
    Test number
    312169118028
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail118,991 miles (+4,324)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,991 miles
    Test number
    182026148899
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced Both lamps soiled no pattern (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass114,667 miles (+4,274)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,667 miles
    Test number
    258532435494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,393 miles
    Test number
    804971456286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,393 miles (+3,674)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,393 miles
    Test number
    179253600254
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass106,719 miles (+4,979)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,719 miles
    Test number
    615329872902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,740 miles (+5,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    101,740 miles
    Test number
    268873944126
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass95,910 miles (+5,582)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,910 miles
    Test number
    624242902533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,328 miles (+6,652)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,328 miles
    Test number
    865470339661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass83,676 miles (+6,924)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,676 miles
    Test number
    213491273914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,752 miles (+7,021)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,752 miles
    Test number
    966208090699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,731 miles (+7,522)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,731 miles
    Test number
    757582945031
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass62,209 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,209 miles
    Test number
    799543244050
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail62,209 miles (+8,883)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,209 miles
    Test number
    429462544015
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass53,326 miles (+7,597)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,326 miles
    Test number
    937962343095
    • NoteESP warning light activated

  19. Pass45,729 miles (+9,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,729 miles
    Test number
    448404042017
    • NoteESP light activated

  20. Pass35,989 miles (+8,721)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,989 miles
    Test number
    257605541069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,268 miles (+9,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,268 miles
    Test number
    771632040048
    • 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)

  22. Pass18,260 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,260 miles
    Test number
    940822558353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    12,826 miles
    Test number
    382188678023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 DXV

Does LR05 DXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 DXV is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DXV?
The MOT on LR05 DXV is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 DXV done?
LR05 DXV was recorded at 128,325 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 6,424 miles a year.
Has LR05 DXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DXV has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 DXV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Mar 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 DXV find?
LR05 DXV passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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