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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 SOUMOT history

LR05 SOU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 115,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2022.

LR05 SOU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2023
Mileage
115,336 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SOU
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
2 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SOU was last recorded at 115,336 miles on 10 Feb 2022, 269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,067 miles · 12 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
269 miles
Average per year
4,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,336 miles
  • 2021 – 115,067 miles
  • 2020 – 113,213 miles
  • 2019 – 109,374 miles
  • 2018 – 106,964 miles
  • 2017 – 104,575 miles
  • 2016 – 102,841 miles
  • 2015 – 100,452 miles
  • 2014 – 96,626 miles
  • 2013 – 93,266 miles
  • 2012 – 89,868 miles
  • 2011 – 83,793 miles
  • 2010 – 77,006 miles
  • 2009 – 68,416 miles
  • 2008 – 54,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,336 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,336 miles (+269)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,336 miles
    Test number
    426196774040
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail115,067 miles (+1,854)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,067 miles
    Test number
    311326084301
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryHeavily corroded underside of vehicle

  3. Pass113,213 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,213 miles
    Test number
    992340928886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail113,209 miles (+3,835)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,209 miles
    Test number
    855226316530
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass109,374 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,374 miles
    Test number
    861378476075
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail109,374 miles (+2,410)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,374 miles
    Test number
    260995473618
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass106,964 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,964 miles
    Test number
    193682439801
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail106,964 miles (+2,389)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,964 miles
    Test number
    891953307285
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass104,575 miles (+1,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,575 miles
    Test number
    659233710590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass102,841 miles (+2,389)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,841 miles
    Test number
    329264454155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,452 miles (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,452 miles
    Test number
    178837615192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,626 miles (+3,360)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,626 miles
    Test number
    389320424151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,266 miles (+3,398)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,266 miles
    Test number
    705379223134
    • NoteFront tyres side walls starting to crack very slightly
    • NoteNsf wiper deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyres side walls starting to deteriorate

  14. Pass89,868 miles (+6,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,868 miles
    Test number
    979824422157
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  15. Fail83,793 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,793 miles
    Test number
    197666321199
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass83,793 miles (+6,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,793 miles
    Test number
    695566221143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass77,006 miles (+8,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,006 miles
    Test number
    680540730179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass68,416 miles (+13,569)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,416 miles
    Test number
    290479819159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,847 miles
    Test number
    670049318116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SOU

Does LR05 SOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 SOU expired on 9 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SOU?
The MOT on LR05 SOU expired on 9 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 SOU done?
LR05 SOU was recorded at 115,336 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2022, an average of 4,387 miles a year.
Has LR05 SOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SOU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LR05 SOU 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 SOU find?
LR05 SOU passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2022 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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