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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 ZTHMOT history

LR05 ZTH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

LR05 ZTH silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2026
Mileage
141,231 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 ZTH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 ZTH was last recorded at 141,231 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 5,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
135,255 miles · 17 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5,976 miles
Average per year
7,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,231 miles
  • 2024 – 135,255 miles
  • 2023 – 129,392 miles
  • 2022 – 123,299 miles
  • 2021 – 116,564 miles
  • 2020 – 110,832 miles
  • 2019 – 105,127 miles
  • 2018 – 98,812 miles
  • 2017 – 90,499 miles
  • 2016 – 82,392 miles
  • 2015 – 75,923 miles
  • 2014 – 68,545 miles
  • 2013 – 59,850 miles
  • 2012 – 52,472 miles
  • 2011 – 43,716 miles
  • 2010 – 34,876 miles
  • 2009 – 26,343 miles
  • 2008 – 20,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,231 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,231 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,231 miles
    Test number
    271151718375
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,231 miles (+5,976)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,231 miles
    Test number
    938849099421
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,255 miles (+5,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    135,255 miles
    Test number
    304959677158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  4. Pass129,392 miles (+6,093)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,392 miles
    Test number
    350997684667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass123,299 miles (+6,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    123,299 miles
    Test number
    360381446814
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  6. Pass116,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    116,564 miles
    Test number
    978695786753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,564 miles (+5,732)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,564 miles
    Test number
    985876868441
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,832 miles (+5,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    110,832 miles
    Test number
    447598899317
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,127 miles (+6,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    105,127 miles
    Test number
    156386251650
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp slightly deteriorated

  10. Pass98,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,812 miles
    Test number
    553768610337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,812 miles (+8,313)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,812 miles
    Test number
    542013524949
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass90,499 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,499 miles
    Test number
    670501508271
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail90,499 miles (+8,107)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,499 miles
    Test number
    138258484991
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass82,392 miles (+6,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,392 miles
    Test number
    394813985084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass75,923 miles (+7,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,923 miles
    Test number
    328090595083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass68,545 miles (+8,695)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    68,545 miles
    Test number
    256244704134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall slightly cracked

  17. Pass59,850 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,850 miles
    Test number
    579622893056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,472 miles (+8,756)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,472 miles
    Test number
    167532402176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,716 miles (+8,840)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,716 miles
    Test number
    178067691467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,876 miles (+8,533)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,876 miles
    Test number
    353987290033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,343 miles (+6,262)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,343 miles
    Test number
    912122799008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,081 miles
    Test number
    701606908148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 ZTH

Does LR05 ZTH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 ZTH expired on 29 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 ZTH?
The MOT on LR05 ZTH expired on 29 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 ZTH done?
LR05 ZTH was recorded at 141,231 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 7,118 miles a year.
Has LR05 ZTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 ZTH has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 ZTH 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 ZTH find?
LR05 ZTH passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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