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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 WRXMOT history

LR05 WRX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2025.

LR05 WRX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2026
Mileage
97,278 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 WRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 WRX was last recorded at 97,278 miles on 16 Jun 2025, 118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,160 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
118 miles
Average per year
3,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,278 miles
  • 2024 – 91,416 miles
  • 2021 – 91,018 miles
  • 2018 – 88,580 miles
  • 2017 – 87,214 miles
  • 2016 – 85,401 miles
  • 2015 – 82,521 miles
  • 2014 – 77,013 miles
  • 2013 – 72,250 miles
  • 2012 – 65,332 miles
  • 2011 – 55,776 miles
  • 2010 – 50,356 miles
  • 2009 – 42,937 miles
  • 2008 – 33,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,278 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damagedRecorded 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.

  • Damage to nearside sill panel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust flexi deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Lower Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,278 miles (+118)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,278 miles
    Test number
    166504206389
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged
  2. Fail97,160 miles (+5,744)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,160 miles
    Test number
    744571378608
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged
  3. Pass91,416 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,416 miles
    Test number
    259139848168
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside sill panel
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  4. Fail91,415 miles (+397)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,415 miles
    Test number
    114822422037
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside sill panel
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  5. Pass91,018 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    91,018 miles
    Test number
    723836027860
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged.
    • AdvisoryRear outer sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail91,015 miles (+2,435)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,015 miles
    Test number
    732128446027
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted masking some testable items
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryRear callipers show signs of over heating
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside has age related corrosion
  7. Pass88,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    88,580 miles
    Test number
    510661004081
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some vehicle checks
  8. Fail88,580 miles (+1,366)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,580 miles
    Test number
    279507895613
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer side light inop
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some vehicle checks
  9. Pass87,214 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    399032782191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,401 miles (+2,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    85,401 miles
    Test number
    984514085530
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  11. Pass82,521 miles (+5,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,521 miles
    Test number
    819622112389
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  12. Pass77,013 miles (+4,763)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,013 miles
    Test number
    469867214382
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass72,250 miles (+6,918)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,250 miles
    Test number
    145523843313
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass65,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,332 miles
    Test number
    479565042385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,332 miles (+1,746)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,332 miles
    Test number
    969955642313
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
  16. Pass63,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,586 miles
    Test number
    815054882186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail63,586 miles (+7,810)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,586 miles
    Test number
    665254082198
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass55,776 miles (+5,420)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,776 miles
    Test number
    188995721107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,356 miles (+7,419)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,356 miles
    Test number
    762416220161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,937 miles (+9,381)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,937 miles
    Test number
    880351419159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,556 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,556 miles
    Test number
    333897628164
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR05 WRX

Does LR05 WRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 WRX expired on 20 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 WRX?
The MOT on LR05 WRX expired on 20 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 WRX done?
LR05 WRX was recorded at 97,278 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2025, an average of 3,724 miles a year.
Has LR05 WRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 WRX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 WRX 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 WRX find?
LR05 WRX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps, and 3 more.

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