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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LR05 SFUMOT history

LR05 SFU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 54,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

LR05 SFU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
54,664 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SFU was last recorded at 54,664 miles on 9 May 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,646 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,664 miles
  • 2024 – 51,279 miles
  • 2023 – 49,470 miles
  • 2022 – 47,683 miles
  • 2021 – 46,229 miles
  • 2020 – 44,918 miles
  • 2019 – 43,179 miles
  • 2018 – 41,515 miles
  • 2017 – 39,436 miles
  • 2016 – 37,667 miles
  • 2015 – 36,046 miles
  • 2014 – 34,144 miles
  • 2013 – 28,856 miles
  • 2012 – 27,862 miles
  • 2011 – 26,221 miles
  • 2010 – 23,340 miles
  • 2009 – 20,503 miles
  • 2008 – 16,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,664 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass54,664 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    54,664 miles
    Test number
    448745669874
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail54,646 miles (+3,367)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,646 miles
    Test number
    394915603141
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,279 miles (+1,809)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    51,279 miles
    Test number
    658013237377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass49,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    49,470 miles
    Test number
    994782787702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail49,470 miles (+1,787)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,470 miles
    Test number
    159709902367
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass47,683 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    47,683 miles
    Test number
    307568923393
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail47,682 miles (+1,453)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,682 miles
    Test number
    832683554554
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,229 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,229 miles
    Test number
    250417517530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,918 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,918 miles
    Test number
    854227141912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail44,918 miles (+1,739)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,918 miles
    Test number
    403388628305
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass43,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    43,179 miles
    Test number
    861773929424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,179 miles (+1,664)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,179 miles
    Test number
    543295404141
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass41,515 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    41,515 miles
    Test number
    556677473442
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail41,513 miles (+2,077)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,513 miles
    Test number
    566772766464
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass39,436 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,436 miles
    Test number
    836447291101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail39,436 miles (+1,769)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,436 miles
    Test number
    870419036491
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cut on inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag on (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass37,667 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,667 miles
    Test number
    542554510144
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to Off side rear seat not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryFuel flap catch is missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail37,663 miles (+1,617)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,663 miles
    Test number
    225711411460
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Michelin pilot sport 225-45 ZR17 91Y (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to Off side rear seat not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryFuel flap catch is missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass36,046 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,046 miles
    Test number
    438819755099
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail36,046 miles (+1,902)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,046 miles
    Test number
    898470855048
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass34,144 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,144 miles
    Test number
    549376254081
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail34,144 miles (+5,288)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,144 miles
    Test number
    267285354002
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass28,856 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    28,856 miles
    Test number
    877391673041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut on outer wall 225/45/ZR17

  24. Fail28,856 miles (+994)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,856 miles
    Test number
    165781273028
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut on outer wall 225/45/ZR17

  25. Pass27,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,862 miles
    Test number
    478520162089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Fail27,862 miles (+1,641)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,862 miles
    Test number
    955679252080
    • DangerousNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWater in the offside rear lamp

  27. Pass26,221 miles (+2,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,221 miles
    Test number
    396180661048
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  28. Pass23,340 miles (+2,837)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,340 miles
    Test number
    292630470016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wipers smear still ok for mot.
    • NoteN/S mirror repeater lens broken,light operation still ok.
    • NoteO/S/F tyre bald on inner edge still ok for mot.

  29. Pass20,503 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,503 miles
    Test number
    122068179066
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes weak and begining to split.
    • NotePassenger side door mirror glass broken.Interior and drivers mirrors in good order.
    • NotePassenger side repeater lamp cover broken.Lamp still in good working order.

  30. Fail20,503 miles (+3,878)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,503 miles
    Test number
    831208379009
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes weak and begining to split.
    • NotePassenger side door mirror glass broken.Interior and drivers mirrors in good order.
    • NotePassenger side repeater lamp cover broken.Lamp still in good working order.

  31. Pass16,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    16,625 miles
    Test number
    780278308199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SFU

Does LR05 SFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 SFU expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SFU?
The MOT on LR05 SFU expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 SFU done?
LR05 SFU was recorded at 54,664 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 2,230 miles a year.
Has LR05 SFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SFU has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 SFU 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 SFU find?
LR05 SFU passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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