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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 EKVMOT history

LR55 EKV is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 193,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2025.

LR55 EKV red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
193,232 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 EKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 EKV was last recorded at 193,232 miles on 27 Aug 2025, 5,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,236 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
5,996 miles
Average per year
10,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 193,232 miles
  • 2024 – 187,236 miles
  • 2023 – 178,757 miles
  • 2022 – 169,890 miles
  • 2021 – 161,996 miles
  • 2020 – 153,065 miles
  • 2019 – 141,756 miles
  • 2018 – 130,105 miles
  • 2017 – 120,510 miles
  • 2016 – 112,881 miles
  • 2015 – 103,585 miles
  • 2014 – 90,321 miles
  • 2013 – 75,789 miles
  • 2012 – 63,834 miles
  • 2011 – 51,124 miles
  • 2009 – 34,659 miles
  • 2008 – 24,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,232 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,232 miles (+5,996)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,232 miles
    Test number
    248316949824
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass187,236 miles (+8,479)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    187,236 miles
    Test number
    930657926814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass178,757 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    178,757 miles
    Test number
    419490327126
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  4. Fail178,715 miles (+8,825)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,715 miles
    Test number
    268760852305
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  5. Pass169,890 miles (+7,894)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    169,890 miles
    Test number
    902025286525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass161,996 miles (+8,931)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    161,996 miles
    Test number
    968425104317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass153,065 miles (+11,309)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    153,065 miles
    Test number
    259794942957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,756 miles (+11,651)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    141,756 miles
    Test number
    555067509778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,105 miles (+9,595)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    130,105 miles
    Test number
    464080545657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,510 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,510 miles
    Test number
    614159879987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,881 miles (+9,296)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    112,881 miles
    Test number
    452048758001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass103,585 miles (+13,264)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,585 miles
    Test number
    339907030662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,321 miles (+14,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,321 miles
    Test number
    627253124282
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass75,789 miles (+11,955)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,789 miles
    Test number
    436471133264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,834 miles (+12,710)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,834 miles
    Test number
    796163832201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,124 miles (+16,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,124 miles
    Test number
    849527221284
    • 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)

  17. Pass34,659 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,659 miles
    Test number
    140179309307
    • NoteRear brake pads are worn thin

  18. Fail34,659 miles (+9,906)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,659 miles
    Test number
    480499809425
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear brake pads are worn thin

  19. Pass24,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,753 miles
    Test number
    863139008327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 EKV

Does LR55 EKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 EKV expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 EKV?
The MOT on LR55 EKV expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 EKV done?
LR55 EKV was recorded at 193,232 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2025, an average of 10,022 miles a year.
Has LR55 EKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 EKV has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 EKV 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 EKV find?
LR55 EKV failed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2025 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both, and 8 more.

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