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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LR05 OLGMOT history

LR05 OLG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

LR05 OLG grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
75,001 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 OLG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 OLG was last recorded at 75,001 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 8,188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,813 miles · 20 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
8,188 miles
Average per year
3,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,001 miles
  • 2023 – 66,813 miles
  • 2022 – 59,298 miles
  • 2021 – 54,854 miles
  • 2020 – 49,437 miles
  • 2019 – 44,734 miles
  • 2018 – 39,552 miles
  • 2017 – 37,340 miles
  • 2016 – 35,629 miles
  • 2015 – 29,309 miles
  • 2014 – 26,375 miles
  • 2013 – 24,019 miles
  • 2012 – 21,659 miles
  • 2011 – 21,539 miles
  • 2010 – 20,571 miles
  • 2009 – 17,830 miles
  • 2008 – 14,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,001 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Headlamp deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,001 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,001 miles
    Test number
    843914949106
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail75,001 miles (+8,188)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,001 miles
    Test number
    620261151286
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass66,813 miles (+7,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,813 miles
    Test number
    922023382551
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass59,298 miles (+4,444)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    59,298 miles
    Test number
    315780698799
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass54,854 miles (+5,417)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    54,854 miles
    Test number
    989203731433
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass49,437 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    49,437 miles
    Test number
    701002363956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated

  7. Fail49,371 miles (+4,637)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,371 miles
    Test number
    798509135634
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer wall-as marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass44,734 miles (+5,182)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,734 miles
    Test number
    133251621277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass39,552 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,552 miles
    Test number
    419271963800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,340 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,340 miles
    Test number
    326410531825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,629 miles
    Test number
    558952730084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,629 miles (+6,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,629 miles
    Test number
    510030043514
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass29,309 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    29,309 miles
    Test number
    297534515436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    26,375 miles
    Test number
    269377324454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,375 miles (+2,356)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,375 miles
    Test number
    355797424167
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass24,019 miles (+2,360)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,019 miles
    Test number
    936834033177
    • NoteNearside mirror glass slightly damaged

  17. Pass21,659 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,659 miles
    Test number
    815768332137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,654 miles (+115)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,654 miles
    Test number
    586287032140
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  19. Pass21,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,539 miles
    Test number
    217521171160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,539 miles (+968)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,539 miles
    Test number
    267841371425
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass20,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    20,571 miles
    Test number
    213374600163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,571 miles (+2,741)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,571 miles
    Test number
    671494600186
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass17,830 miles (+3,501)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,830 miles
    Test number
    944418409173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    14,329 miles
    Test number
    200754318402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,329 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,329 miles
    Test number
    253164118135
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LR05 OLG

Does LR05 OLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 OLG expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 OLG?
The MOT on LR05 OLG expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 OLG done?
LR05 OLG was recorded at 75,001 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 3,764 miles a year.
Has LR05 OLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 OLG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 OLG 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 OLG find?
LR05 OLG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 2 more.

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