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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 XXBMOT history

LR05 XXB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2022 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 49,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2021.

LR05 XXB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2022
Mileage
49,535 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2021
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 XXB
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
25 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 XXB was last recorded at 49,535 miles on 27 Oct 2021, 1,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2018: 44,839 miles, lower than 44,965 miles on 24 Oct 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
47,780 miles · 26 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
1,755 miles
Average per year
2,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 49,535 miles
  • 2020 – 47,780 miles
  • 2019 – 45,904 miles
  • 2018 – 44,839 miles
  • 2017 – 44,965 miles
  • 2016 – 41,620 miles
  • 2015 – 40,107 miles
  • 2014 – 38,749 miles
  • 2013 – 37,168 miles
  • 2012 – 34,916 miles
  • 2011 – 31,137 miles
  • 2010 – 28,514 miles
  • 2009 – 24,225 miles
  • 2008 – 19,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,535 miles
  • AdvisoryEmissions just met
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass49,535 miles (+1,755)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    49,535 miles
    Test number
    276607967044
    • AdvisoryEmissions just met
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass47,780 miles (+1,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    47,780 miles
    Test number
    247854997122
    • AdvisoryAdditional stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  3. Pass45,904 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,904 miles
    Test number
    776032415311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail45,901 miles (+1,062)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,901 miles
    Test number
    940969347481
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass44,839 miles (-126)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,839 miles
    Test number
    975414563389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,965 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    147020317133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,620 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,620 miles
    Test number
    207615448692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,107 miles (+1,358)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,107 miles
    Test number
    828833299581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,749 miles (+1,581)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,749 miles
    Test number
    738553204366
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass37,168 miles (+2,252)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    37,168 miles
    Test number
    437083803385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,916 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    34,916 miles
    Test number
    149415002352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,137 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,137 miles
    Test number
    239797141432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,514 miles (+4,289)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    28,514 miles
    Test number
    401705520156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,225 miles (+4,378)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,225 miles
    Test number
    694945319116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,847 miles
    Test number
    672356118128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 XXB

Does LR05 XXB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 XXB expired on 30 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 XXB?
The MOT on LR05 XXB expired on 30 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 XXB done?
LR05 XXB was recorded at 49,535 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2021, an average of 2,198 miles a year.
Has LR05 XXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 XXB has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LR05 XXB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 XXB find?
LR05 XXB passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2021 with 4 advisories: emissions just met; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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