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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 KWEMOT history

LR05 KWE is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

LR05 KWE red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2025
Mileage
162,393 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 KWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 KWE was last recorded at 162,393 miles on 15 May 2025, 9,196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,197 miles · 2 May 2024
Between the last two tests
9,196 miles
Average per year
8,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,393 miles
  • 2024 – 153,197 miles
  • 2023 – 144,173 miles
  • 2022 – 136,066 miles
  • 2021 – 121,520 miles
  • 2020 – 107,820 miles
  • 2019 – 89,696 miles
  • 2018 – 73,225 miles
  • 2017 – 59,016 miles
  • 2016 – 43,994 miles
  • 2015 – 29,718 miles
  • 2014 – 23,333 miles
  • 2013 – 22,694 miles
  • 2012 – 22,220 miles
  • 2011 – 21,777 miles
  • 2010 – 21,304 miles
  • 2009 – 20,762 miles
  • 2008 – 20,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,393 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,393 miles (+9,196)1 dangerous12 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,393 miles
    Test number
    863680379804
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass153,197 miles (+9,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    153,197 miles
    Test number
    183021838749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and very worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass144,173 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    144,173 miles
    Test number
    239445625059
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm - front bush worn/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate corroded

  4. Fail144,168 miles (+8,102)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,168 miles
    Test number
    967182654514
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm - front bush worn/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate corroded

  5. Pass136,066 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    136,066 miles
    Test number
    992655750882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail136,061 miles (+14,541)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,061 miles
    Test number
    313766833866
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass121,520 miles (+13,700)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    121,520 miles
    Test number
    518166223897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,820 miles (+18,124)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    107,820 miles
    Test number
    485358709113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,696 miles (+16,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,696 miles
    Test number
    500235924819
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass73,225 miles (+14,209)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,225 miles
    Test number
    342616795140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,016 miles
    Test number
    172231693880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,016 miles (+15,022)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,016 miles
    Test number
    411887525504
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass43,994 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,994 miles
    Test number
    902103539235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake slightly binding

  14. Fail43,994 miles (+14,276)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,994 miles
    Test number
    819484686301
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake slightly binding

  15. Pass29,718 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,718 miles
    Test number
    349541395061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,333 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    23,333 miles
    Test number
    665552674075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,694 miles (+474)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    22,694 miles
    Test number
    488203673032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,220 miles (+443)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,220 miles
    Test number
    106855772467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,777 miles (+473)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,777 miles
    Test number
    118384171080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,304 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,304 miles
    Test number
    694277570069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,762 miles (+600)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,762 miles
    Test number
    211836379000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,162 miles
    Test number
    110037578097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 KWE

Does LR05 KWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 KWE expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 KWE?
The MOT on LR05 KWE expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 KWE done?
LR05 KWE was recorded at 162,393 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 8,288 miles a year.
Has LR05 KWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 KWE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 KWE 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 KWE find?
LR05 KWE failed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; central rear seat belt not functioning as intended; nearside brake cable damaged, and 13 more.

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