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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 CMUMOT history

LR55 CMU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 181,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2024.

LR55 CMU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2025
Mileage
181,890 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 CMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 CMU was last recorded at 181,890 miles on 16 Oct 2024, 8,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,341 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
8,549 miles
Average per year
9,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 181,890 miles
  • 2023 – 173,341 miles
  • 2022 – 167,059 miles
  • 2021 – 160,200 miles
  • 2020 – 153,673 miles
  • 2019 – 142,784 miles
  • 2018 – 127,681 miles
  • 2017 – 110,970 miles
  • 2016 – 100,163 miles
  • 2015 – 94,496 miles
  • 2014 – 85,808 miles
  • 2013 – 77,534 miles
  • 2012 – 69,133 miles
  • 2011 – 61,539 miles
  • 2010 – 53,627 miles
  • 2009 – 43,435 miles
  • 2008 – 32,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,890 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge very close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight corrosion on both front wheel arches

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,890 miles (+8,549)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    181,890 miles
    Test number
    115650605553
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge very close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

  2. Pass173,341 miles (+6,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    173,341 miles
    Test number
    607209363383
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass167,059 miles (+17)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,059 miles
    Test number
    523048607528
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on both front wheel arches

  4. Fail167,042 miles (+6,842)3 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,042 miles
    Test number
    583871383400
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on both front wheel arches

  5. Pass160,200 miles (+6,527)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    160,200 miles
    Test number
    833447402834
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer c/v gaiter perished

  6. Pass153,673 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    153,673 miles
    Test number
    867034281573
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  7. Fail153,673 miles (+10,889)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,673 miles
    Test number
    361781059426
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  8. Pass142,784 miles (+15,103)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,784 miles
    Test number
    755146489203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass127,681 miles (+16,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    127,681 miles
    Test number
    308088272905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass110,970 miles (+10,807)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,970 miles
    Test number
    853927587602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,163 miles
    Test number
    140934533543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,163 miles (+5,667)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,163 miles
    Test number
    667942521194
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  13. Pass94,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,496 miles
    Test number
    747250204371
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Fail94,496 miles (+8,688)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,496 miles
    Test number
    425049432223
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass85,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    625370564251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,808 miles (+8,274)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    357508954273
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  17. Pass77,534 miles (+8,401)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,534 miles
    Test number
    265347743263
    • NoteFront number plate damaged very close to excess -- all numbers and letters clearly visable
    • NoteO/s/r shock weeping

  18. Pass69,133 miles (+7,594)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    69,133 miles
    Test number
    359004452415
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NotePlastic coverds fitted
    • NoteSlight weap from osf shock

  19. Pass61,539 miles (+7,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,539 miles
    Test number
    565811251228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,627 miles (+10,192)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,627 miles
    Test number
    554143350264
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges osf on legal limit
    • NoteFront pads worn
    • NoteOsf shock weaping
    • NotePlastic covers fitted

  21. Pass43,435 miles (+10,699)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,435 miles
    Test number
    162440359277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNsf cv boot weeping

  22. Pass32,736 miles (+7,427)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,736 miles
    Test number
    951332168266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,309 miles
    Test number
    521336538071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 CMU

Does LR55 CMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 CMU expired on 22 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 CMU?
The MOT on LR55 CMU expired on 22 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 CMU done?
LR55 CMU was recorded at 181,890 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2024, an average of 9,379 miles a year.
Has LR55 CMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 CMU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 CMU 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 CMU find?
LR55 CMU passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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