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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 ELWMOT history

LR55 ELW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

LR55 ELW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
111,629 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 ELW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 ELW was last recorded at 111,629 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 2,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,536 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,093 miles
Average per year
5,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,629 miles
  • 2025 – 109,536 miles
  • 2024 – 104,536 miles
  • 2023 – 103,083 miles
  • 2022 – 102,076 miles
  • 2021 – 98,349 miles
  • 2020 – 95,690 miles
  • 2019 – 92,059 miles
  • 2018 – 88,268 miles
  • 2017 – 84,732 miles
  • 2016 – 80,889 miles
  • 2015 – 76,761 miles
  • 2014 – 72,351 miles
  • 2013 – 68,096 miles
  • 2011 – 60,947 miles
  • 2010 – 50,904 miles
  • 2009 – 37,498 miles
  • 2008 – 22,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,629 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • N/s/f tyre worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,629 miles (+2,093)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    111,629 miles
    Test number
    5596994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,536 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    109,536 miles
    Test number
    4284273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,536 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    104,536 miles
    Test number
    298507839478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,083 miles (+1,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    103,083 miles
    Test number
    681888832967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass102,076 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,076 miles
    Test number
    512758455321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail102,074 miles (+3,725)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,074 miles
    Test number
    994977843974
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass98,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,349 miles
    Test number
    603270263355
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail98,349 miles (+2,659)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,349 miles
    Test number
    914953186604
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass95,690 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    95,690 miles
    Test number
    451277607805
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edge

  10. Fail95,655 miles (+3,596)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,655 miles
    Test number
    894113326078
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both / lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edge

  11. Pass92,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    92,059 miles
    Test number
    865862663235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,059 miles (+3,791)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,059 miles
    Test number
    504542477684
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both/lens (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass88,268 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    168891509584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail88,267 miles (+3,535)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,267 miles
    Test number
    286197747586
    • FailureBraking system leaking servo hose pipe (split) (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both lens (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass84,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    84,732 miles
    Test number
    276690641025
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has slight bind

  16. Fail84,732 miles (+3,843)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,732 miles
    Test number
    301974540250
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has slight bind

  17. Pass80,889 miles (+4,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,889 miles
    Test number
    390077420114
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn out on edges,,,poor
    • AdvisoryTop brake light not working

  18. Pass76,761 miles (+4,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,761 miles
    Test number
    609648035010
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass72,351 miles (+4,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,351 miles
    Test number
    349795244045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass68,096 miles (+7,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,096 miles
    Test number
    697139633034
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass60,947 miles (+10,043)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,947 miles
    Test number
    428157951408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,904 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    150056850392
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCenter stop light not working
    • NoteRear brake pads look low
    • NoteUnder trays fitted/covers over door sills

  23. Pass50,904 miles (+13,406)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    261836650344
    • NoteCenter stop light not working
    • NoteRear brake pads look low
    • NoteUnder trays fitted/covers over door sills

  24. Pass37,498 miles (+14,636)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    37,498 miles
    Test number
    183827659300
    • NoteCentre brake light dim
    • NoteUnder tray fitted

  25. Pass22,862 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,862 miles
    Test number
    103860148344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail22,509 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,509 miles
    Test number
    724942598239
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  27. Pass22,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,509 miles
    Test number
    993972198247
    • 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)

Questions about LR55 ELW

Does LR55 ELW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 ELW is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 ELW?
The MOT on LR55 ELW is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 ELW done?
LR55 ELW was recorded at 111,629 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 5,058 miles a year.
Has LR55 ELW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 ELW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 ELW 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 ELW find?
LR55 ELW passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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