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Volkswagen Sharan

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 EHJMOT history

LR55 EHJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Sharan first used on 7 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 168,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2025
Mileage
168,258 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 EHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Sharan
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 EHJ was last recorded at 168,258 miles on 20 Jul 2024, 11,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,881 miles · 7 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
11,377 miles
Average per year
7,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 168,258 miles
  • 2023 – 156,881 miles
  • 2021 – 146,732 miles
  • 2020 – 139,841 miles
  • 2019 – 137,288 miles
  • 2018 – 133,054 miles
  • 2017 – 127,462 miles
  • 2016 – 123,299 miles
  • 2015 – 107,236 miles
  • 2014 – 95,256 miles
  • 2013 – 88,894 miles
  • 2012 – 80,546 miles
  • 2011 – 73,786 miles
  • 2010 – 67,595 miles
  • 2009 – 56,824 miles
  • 2008 – 42,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,258 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Engine cover and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Handbrake cable return spring broken by adjuster

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Lift in both front upper strut mounts when jacked up

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Slight lip and corrosion rear brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,258 miles (+11,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    168,258 miles
    Test number
    901710113621
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass156,881 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    156,881 miles
    Test number
    693340456257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail156,881 miles (+10,149)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,881 miles
    Test number
    750281387931
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass146,732 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,732 miles
    Test number
    774303243933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail146,731 miles (+6,890)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,731 miles
    Test number
    271690110054
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,841 miles (+2,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,841 miles
    Test number
    251594681382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55r16 97w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55r16 97w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass137,288 miles (+4,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,288 miles
    Test number
    617359464564
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55r16 97w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55r16 97w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass133,054 miles (+5,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,054 miles
    Test number
    744116594645
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  9. Pass127,462 miles (+4,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,462 miles
    Test number
    938173553257
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test only 2 rear seats fitted

  10. Pass123,299 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,299 miles
    Test number
    352534665746
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable return spring broken by adjuster
    • AdvisoryLift in both front upper strut mounts when jacked up
    • AdvisorySlight lip and corrosion rear brake discs

  11. Fail123,299 miles (+16,063)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,299 miles
    Test number
    414250533995
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres very low on edges and close to exposing cords on inner
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped also corroded quite badly on inner faces
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable return spring broken by adjuster
    • AdvisoryLift in both front upper strut mounts when jacked up
    • AdvisorySlight lip and corrosion rear brake discs

  12. Pass107,236 miles (+11,980)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    107,236 miles
    Test number
    294000875014
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shocker leaking
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  13. Pass95,256 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,256 miles
    Test number
    496191744263
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn almost devoid of visible tread on inner edge.
    • NoteOffside inner driveshaft gaiter perishing.
    • NotePossible slight roughness developing in front wheel bearings.
    • NoteRear of nearside front to rear brake pipe corroding.
    • NoteSlight play in offside inner driveshaft joint.

  14. Fail95,256 miles (+6,362)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,256 miles
    Test number
    929351044250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn almost devoid of visible tread on inner edge.
    • NoteOffside inner driveshaft gaiter perishing.
    • NotePossible slight roughness developing in front wheel bearings.
    • NoteRear of nearside front to rear brake pipe corroding.
    • NoteSlight play in offside inner driveshaft joint.

  15. Pass88,894 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,894 miles
    Test number
    968345193224
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.

  16. Fail88,892 miles (+8,346)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,892 miles
    Test number
    475225193242
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • NoteOil filler cap missing.

  17. Pass80,546 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,546 miles
    Test number
    365202782225
    • NoteTwo rearmost seats missing at time of test

  18. Fail80,546 miles (+6,760)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,546 miles
    Test number
    365252682294
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass73,786 miles (+6,191)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    73,786 miles
    Test number
    527495281256
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer sidewall cut
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR CHILD SEAT LOOSLY FITTED

  20. Fail67,595 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,595 miles
    Test number
    320299490248
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass67,595 miles (+10,771)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,595 miles
    Test number
    653219690212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,824 miles (+14,313)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    450795239161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,511 miles
    Test number
    851963418283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 EHJ

Does LR55 EHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 EHJ expired on 19 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 EHJ?
The MOT on LR55 EHJ expired on 19 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 EHJ done?
LR55 EHJ was recorded at 168,258 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2024, an average of 7,874 miles a year.
Has LR55 EHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 EHJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 EHJ 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 EHJ find?
LR55 EHJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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