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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 RXUMOT history

LR05 RXU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 180,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2023.

LR05 RXU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2024
Mileage
180,100 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 RXU
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
7 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 RXU was last recorded at 180,100 miles on 4 Aug 2023, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,072 miles · 21 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
8,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 180,100 miles
  • 2022 – 171,151 miles
  • 2021 – 165,513 miles
  • 2020 – 160,690 miles
  • 2019 – 153,573 miles
  • 2018 – 146,733 miles
  • 2017 – 135,388 miles
  • 2016 – 125,444 miles
  • 2015 – 117,036 miles
  • 2014 – 108,660 miles
  • 2013 – 102,527 miles
  • 2012 – 96,740 miles
  • 2011 – 87,044 miles
  • 2010 – 77,531 miles
  • 2009 – 68,139 miles
  • 2008 – 57,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,100 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear wheel noisy to turn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,100 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    180,100 miles
    Test number
    992832211153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail180,072 miles (+8,921)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,072 miles
    Test number
    723165643782
    • MajorInner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sills Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass171,151 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    171,151 miles
    Test number
    684572919874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail170,810 miles (+5,297)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,810 miles
    Test number
    865023608264
    • DangerousNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass165,513 miles (+101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    165,513 miles
    Test number
    663993127673
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail165,412 miles (+4,722)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,412 miles
    Test number
    736545196495
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass160,690 miles (+7,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    160,690 miles
    Test number
    953601516507
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion outter seal

  8. Pass153,573 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,573 miles
    Test number
    751805277905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel noisy to turn

  9. Fail153,572 miles (+6,839)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,572 miles
    Test number
    321170035541
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel noisy to turn

  10. Pass146,733 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    146,733 miles
    Test number
    373096698986
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel nosey when rotated
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail146,733 miles (+11,345)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,733 miles
    Test number
    333127213874
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel nosey when rotated
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass135,388 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,388 miles
    Test number
    192228232074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail135,375 miles (+9,931)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,375 miles
    Test number
    357862754467
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass125,444 miles (+8,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    125,444 miles
    Test number
    723879624398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn low.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald at inner 1/4. (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass117,036 miles (+8,376)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    117,036 miles
    Test number
    107947895457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass108,660 miles (+6,133)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    108,660 miles
    Test number
    245901204113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,527 miles (+5,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    102,527 miles
    Test number
    865391303170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass96,740 miles (+9,696)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    96,740 miles
    Test number
    357766392080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,044 miles (+9,513)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    87,044 miles
    Test number
    399164191030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,531 miles (+9,392)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    77,531 miles
    Test number
    371218590000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,139 miles (+10,992)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    68,139 miles
    Test number
    110533499072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,147 miles
    Test number
    192594898090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 RXU

Does LR05 RXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 RXU expired on 3 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 RXU?
The MOT on LR05 RXU expired on 3 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 RXU done?
LR05 RXU was recorded at 180,100 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2023, an average of 8,018 miles a year.
Has LR05 RXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 RXU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 RXU 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 RXU find?
LR05 RXU passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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