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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 BEYMOT history

LR55 BEY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2023.

LR55 BEY blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2023
Mileage
139,125 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 BEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 BEY was last recorded at 139,125 miles on 18 Oct 2023, 2,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,620 miles · 11 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,505 miles
Average per year
5,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,125 miles
  • 2022 – 136,620 miles
  • 2021 – 131,486 miles
  • 2020 – 128,498 miles
  • 2019 – 124,523 miles
  • 2018 – 118,861 miles
  • 2017 – 112,897 miles
  • 2016 – 109,180 miles
  • 2015 – 106,974 miles
  • 2014 – 102,397 miles
  • 2012 – 87,621 miles
  • 2011 – 79,594 miles
  • 2010 – 71,279 miles
  • 2009 – 63,076 miles
  • 2008 – 56,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,125 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,125 miles (+2,505)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,125 miles
    Test number
    676710813379
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  2. Pass136,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    136,620 miles
    Test number
    831878377499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,620 miles (+5,134)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,620 miles
    Test number
    985714437158
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass131,486 miles (+16)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    131,486 miles
    Test number
    154636762213
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail131,470 miles (+2,972)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,470 miles
    Test number
    303435771674
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass128,498 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,498 miles
    Test number
    847917953113
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail128,482 miles (+3,959)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,482 miles
    Test number
    639980499403
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass124,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,523 miles
    Test number
    807453890093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,523 miles (+5,662)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,523 miles
    Test number
    231777219182
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass118,861 miles (+5,964)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,861 miles
    Test number
    225931092690
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass112,897 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,897 miles
    Test number
    163613418397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,180 miles
    Test number
    356773290644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,180 miles (+2,206)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,180 miles
    Test number
    851025032503
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass106,974 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    106,974 miles
    Test number
    615848502997
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake Binding Slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail106,974 miles (+4,577)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,974 miles
    Test number
    424542167469
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake Binding Slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass102,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,397 miles
    Test number
    767454274291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. PassMileage not read1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    288976673248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn inner edge

  18. Pass87,621 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    87,621 miles
    Test number
    519372162299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail87,621 miles (+8,027)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,621 miles
    Test number
    777732262205
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass79,594 miles (+8,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,594 miles
    Test number
    595558351248
    • 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)

  21. Pass71,279 miles (+8,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,279 miles
    Test number
    170107710282
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass63,076 miles (+6,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,076 miles
    Test number
    413916729262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass56,754 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    56,754 miles
    Test number
    700762038267
    • NoteMinor crscks in n/s/r and o/s/r tyres

  24. Fail56,754 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,754 miles
    Test number
    822941138282
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMinor crscks in n/s/r and o/s/r tyres

Questions about LR55 BEY

Does LR55 BEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 BEY expired on 10 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 BEY?
The MOT on LR55 BEY expired on 10 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 BEY done?
LR55 BEY was recorded at 139,125 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2023, an average of 5,432 miles a year.
Has LR55 BEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 BEY has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 BEY 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 LR55 BEY find?
LR55 BEY failed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2023 with 1 dangerous defect and 3 major defects: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall; battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 1 more.

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