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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LR55 ELVMOT history

LR55 ELV is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 105,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2024.

LR55 ELV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2024
Mileage
105,245 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 ELV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 ELV was last recorded at 105,245 miles on 26 Jul 2024, 788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,457 miles · 12 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
788 miles
Average per year
5,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,245 miles
  • 2023 – 104,457 miles
  • 2022 – 102,670 miles
  • 2021 – 100,201 miles
  • 2020 – 94,246 miles
  • 2019 – 91,955 miles
  • 2018 – 84,801 miles
  • 2017 – 78,208 miles
  • 2016 – 71,640 miles
  • 2015 – 64,488 miles
  • 2014 – 56,740 miles
  • 2013 – 48,551 miles
  • 2012 – 39,309 miles
  • 2011 – 31,090 miles
  • 2010 – 27,404 miles
  • 2009 – 23,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,245 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Outer skin sill holed and corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,245 miles (+788)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,245 miles
    Test number
    282406700175
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe

  2. Pass104,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,457 miles
    Test number
    472946818579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail104,457 miles (+1,787)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,457 miles
    Test number
    933382615307
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting sill (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass102,670 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,670 miles
    Test number
    772218838693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer skin sill holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail102,670 miles (+2,469)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,670 miles
    Test number
    987915237520
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer skin sill holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass100,201 miles (+5,955)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    100,201 miles
    Test number
    361769327075
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass94,246 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    94,246 miles
    Test number
    370435296649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,955 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,955 miles
    Test number
    569335757251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake backing plates corroded/damaged

  9. Fail91,954 miles (+7,153)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,954 miles
    Test number
    697809760811
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Unable to test brakes due to damaged spring (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken *DANGEROUS* (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak and limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake backing plates corroded/damaged

  10. Pass84,801 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,801 miles
    Test number
    731962670737
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail84,801 miles (+6,593)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,801 miles
    Test number
    797335855202
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass78,208 miles (+6,568)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,208 miles
    Test number
    710473843407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass71,640 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,640 miles
    Test number
    553162532550
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake disc backing plates corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing a complete inspection of all components

  14. Fail71,640 miles (+7,152)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,640 miles
    Test number
    143531923579
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake disc backing plates corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing a complete inspection of all components

  15. Pass64,488 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,488 miles
    Test number
    747736465113
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail64,482 miles (+7,742)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,482 miles
    Test number
    119786665171
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads & discs worn

  17. Pass56,740 miles (+8,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,740 miles
    Test number
    587265654185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass48,551 miles (+9,242)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,551 miles
    Test number
    737285063119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,309 miles (+8,219)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,309 miles
    Test number
    216002332492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,090 miles (+3,686)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,090 miles
    Test number
    557289751119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,404 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,404 miles
    Test number
    660857920191
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteWipers streaky

  22. Pass27,404 miles (+4,324)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    27,404 miles
    Test number
    723547920108
    • NoteWipers streaky

  23. Pass23,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,080 miles
    Test number
    762852339111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 ELV

Does LR55 ELV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 ELV expired on 11 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 ELV?
The MOT on LR55 ELV expired on 11 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 ELV done?
LR55 ELV was recorded at 105,245 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2024, an average of 5,403 miles a year.
Has LR55 ELV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 ELV has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 ELV 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 ELV find?
LR55 ELV failed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2024 with 7 major defects and 6 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 10 more.

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