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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 SFEMOT history

LR05 SFE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 208,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2023.

LR05 SFE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2024
Mileage
208,051 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SFE was last recorded at 208,051 miles on 5 Dec 2023, 12,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,832 miles · 2 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
12,219 miles
Average per year
12,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 208,051 miles
  • 2022 – 195,832 miles
  • 2021 – 178,249 miles
  • 2020 – 165,774 miles
  • 2019 – 157,219 miles
  • 2018 – 143,792 miles
  • 2017 – 122,789 miles
  • 2016 – 99,185 miles
  • 2015 – 80,800 miles
  • 2014 – 54,178 miles
  • 2013 – 49,145 miles
  • 2012 – 44,659 miles
  • 2011 – 39,439 miles
  • 2010 – 31,959 miles
  • 2008 – 20,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,051 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens slightly deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi damaged.
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Damage to Door and wheel arch and door trim loose.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel can still be rotated by hand just. (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to wheel arch.

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.

  • Front exhaust flexi deteriorated.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass208,051 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    208,051 miles
    Test number
    950058303339
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens slightly deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi damaged.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Damage to Door and wheel arch and door trim loose.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel can still be rotated by hand just. (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to wheel arch.

  2. Fail208,051 miles (+12,219)2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,051 miles
    Test number
    951668596397
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens slightly deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi damaged.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Damage to Door and wheel arch and door trim loose.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel can still be rotated by hand just. (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to wheel arch.

  3. Pass195,832 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    195,832 miles
    Test number
    225727262791
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has slight signs of going out of shape, not to excess.
    • AdvisorySmall chip to windscreen, not to excess.

  4. Fail195,832 miles (+17,583)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,832 miles
    Test number
    559425124931
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has slight signs of going out of shape, not to excess.
    • AdvisorySmall chip to windscreen, not to excess.

  5. Pass178,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    178,249 miles
    Test number
    873125220099
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated.

  6. Fail178,249 miles (+12,475)1 dangerous11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,249 miles
    Test number
    566141482308
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also at 2mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre showing signs of going out of shape. 195/65/15

  7. Pass165,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    165,774 miles
    Test number
    871552806705
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail165,774 miles (+8,555)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,774 miles
    Test number
    886010537305
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  9. Pass157,219 miles (+13,427)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    157,219 miles
    Test number
    354309219521
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Disc appears red also, as if it has got hot (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryThere appears to be a smell of coolant under the bonnet, no leaks evident at time of test

  10. Pass143,792 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    143,792 miles
    Test number
    948925583414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail143,786 miles (+20,997)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,786 miles
    Test number
    984418264107
    • MajorEmissions not tested oil over filled (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen incorrect beam image (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass122,789 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    122,789 miles
    Test number
    930210939169
    • AdvisoryApplication and release of service brake is slightly imbalanced at about 28%.
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions idle CO value just within limits.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Unevenly worn across axle (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail122,789 miles (+23,604)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,789 miles
    Test number
    723390463106
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryApplication and release of service brake is slightly imbalanced at about 28%.
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions idle CO value just within limits.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Unevenly worn across axle (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass99,185 miles (+18,385)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,185 miles
    Test number
    253713027774
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass80,800 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,800 miles
    Test number
    761726489431
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases to rear sleeve connection joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail80,800 miles (+10,270)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,800 miles
    Test number
    543992587934
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases to rear sleeve connection joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass70,530 miles (+16,352)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,530 miles
    Test number
    216029965088
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,178 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,178 miles
    Test number
    796575554094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,145 miles (+4,486)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,145 miles
    Test number
    846240983000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,659 miles (+5,220)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,659 miles
    Test number
    316557382062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,439 miles (+7,480)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,439 miles
    Test number
    389178511148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,959 miles (+11,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,959 miles
    Test number
    551419440085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass20,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,719 miles
    Test number
    210186218465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SFE

Does LR05 SFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 SFE expired on 5 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SFE?
The MOT on LR05 SFE expired on 5 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 SFE done?
LR05 SFE was recorded at 208,051 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2023, an average of 12,000 miles a year.
Has LR05 SFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SFE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 SFE 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 SFE find?
LR05 SFE passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective lens slightly deteriorated.; front exhaust flexi damaged.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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