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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 XXCMOT history

LR05 XXC is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 80,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2024.

LR05 XXC silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2025
Mileage
80,719 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 XXC
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
28 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 XXC was last recorded at 80,719 miles on 2 Aug 2023, 8,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,410 miles · 28 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,309 miles
Average per year
4,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 80,719 miles
  • 2022 – 72,410 miles
  • 2021 – 63,814 miles
  • 2020 – 57,322 miles
  • 2019 – 54,817 miles
  • 2018 – 47,439 miles
  • 2017 – 39,790 miles
  • 2016 – 38,943 miles
  • 2015 – 34,736 miles
  • 2014 – 33,156 miles
  • 2013 – 29,701 miles
  • 2012 – 27,564 miles
  • 2011 – 24,520 miles
  • 2010 – 21,797 miles
  • 2009 – 19,197 miles
  • 2008 – 15,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front fog lights cannot be operated from inside car .As it has the wrong switch.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    522204233179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    673605975488
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators not working mirror flasher. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass80,719 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,719 miles
    Test number
    124764653921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted n/s & o/s rear.
  4. Fail80,719 miles (+8,309)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,719 miles
    Test number
    274186747286
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater likely to become detached mirror side repeater lens damaged. (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working mirror side repeater. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted n/s & o/s rear.
  5. Pass72,410 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    72,410 miles
    Test number
    393524393195
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights cannot be operated from inside car .As it has the wrong switch.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail72,410 miles (+8,596)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,410 miles
    Test number
    138466268712
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights cannot be operated from inside car .As it has the wrong switch.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass63,814 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,814 miles
    Test number
    689821514583
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail63,814 miles (+6,492)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,814 miles
    Test number
    357248201705
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear wiper blade missing.
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass57,322 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    57,322 miles
    Test number
    549635336963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,320 miles (+2,503)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,320 miles
    Test number
    621488612903
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front headlamps deteriorated and affecting light output (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strongly advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass54,817 miles (+7,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,817 miles
    Test number
    134955390607
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output os,ns (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass47,439 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,439 miles
    Test number
    138892840535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,430 miles (+7,640)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,430 miles
    Test number
    583473676609
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position light only 50% working
  14. Pass39,790 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    39,790 miles
    Test number
    782988694544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,943 miles (+4,207)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,943 miles
    Test number
    246056778254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,736 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,736 miles
    Test number
    398194115180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,156 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    33,156 miles
    Test number
    148079214118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,701 miles (+2,137)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,701 miles
    Test number
    838346613181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,564 miles (+3,044)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,564 miles
    Test number
    916211302126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,520 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,520 miles
    Test number
    199223901181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,797 miles (+2,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,797 miles
    Test number
    322333310132
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass19,197 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,197 miles
    Test number
    312304119136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,945 miles
    Test number
    392991848146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 XXC

Does LR05 XXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 XXC expired on 3 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 XXC?
The MOT on LR05 XXC expired on 3 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 XXC done?
LR05 XXC was recorded at 80,719 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2023, an average of 4,261 miles a year.
Has LR05 XXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 XXC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 XXC 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 XXC find?
LR05 XXC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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