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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 FOUMOT history

LR55 FOU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 190,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LR55 FOU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
190,633 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FOU was last recorded at 190,633 miles on 18 May 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,626 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
8,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,633 miles
  • 2025 – 185,898 miles
  • 2024 – 185,862 miles
  • 2023 – 173,104 miles
  • 2022 – 170,893 miles
  • 2021 – 169,381 miles
  • 2020 – 162,479 miles
  • 2019 – 142,241 miles
  • 2018 – 135,481 miles
  • 2017 – 127,826 miles
  • 2016 – 124,257 miles
  • 2014 – 115,561 miles
  • 2013 – 98,530 miles
  • 2012 – 82,963 miles
  • 2011 – 70,832 miles
  • 2010 – 62,293 miles
  • 2009 – 52,825 miles
  • 2008 – 42,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,633 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryManufacturers plastic under trays fitted

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs have surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine undertray split and damaged but not likely to fall from vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Noise from engine area at idle speed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,633 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    190,633 miles
    Test number
    459837630070
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers plastic under trays fitted
  2. Fail190,626 miles (+4,728)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,626 miles
    Test number
    193691053740
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L is on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass185,898 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    185,898 miles
    Test number
    260493639800
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components rusted various areas
  4. Fail185,896 miles (+34)12 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,896 miles
    Test number
    312655069436
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail185,862 miles (+12,758)4 dangerous6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,862 miles
    Test number
    112253864695
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens could do with a clean (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens could do with a clean (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront belt tensioner rattling
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass173,104 miles4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    173,104 miles
    Test number
    935262155455
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Glazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Glazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front wings corroded/ taped over.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to nearside & offside sills
    • AdvisoryWiper blades slightly smearing
  7. Fail173,104 miles (+2,211)1 major4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,104 miles
    Test number
    870269650708
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Glazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Glazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front wings corroded/ taped over.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to nearside & offside sills
    • AdvisoryWiper blades slightly smearing
  8. Pass170,893 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    170,893 miles
    Test number
    768637292673
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray split and damaged but not likely to fall from vehicle
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine area at idle speed
  9. Fail170,892 miles (+1,511)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,892 miles
    Test number
    895855731120
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both headlights severely tarnished (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing / wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing / wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray split and damaged but not likely to fall from vehicle
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine area at idle speed
  10. Pass169,381 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    169,381 miles
    Test number
    695637990349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Fail169,380 miles (+6,901)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,380 miles
    Test number
    592948279254
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced headlight lens tarnished (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced headlight lens tarnished (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  12. Pass162,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    162,479 miles
    Test number
    586272226594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,479 miles (+20,238)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,479 miles
    Test number
    293134455190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  14. Pass142,241 miles (+6,760)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,241 miles
    Test number
    473673096429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass135,481 miles (+7,655)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    135,481 miles
    Test number
    542954629086
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  16. Pass127,826 miles (+3,569)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    127,826 miles
    Test number
    364452447601
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp damaged but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light present on dash
  17. Pass124,257 miles (+8,696)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    124,257 miles
    Test number
    470008254606
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
  18. Pass115,561 miles (+17,031)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    115,561 miles
    Test number
    419278164264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,530 miles (+15,567)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    98,530 miles
    Test number
    887233683264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,963 miles (+12,131)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,963 miles
    Test number
    575355882279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,832 miles (+8,539)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,832 miles
    Test number
    909578871266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,293 miles (+9,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,293 miles
    Test number
    423171580296
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass52,825 miles (+10,467)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    234838579270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,358 miles
    Test number
    472760688235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 FOU

Does LR55 FOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 FOU is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FOU?
The MOT on LR55 FOU is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 FOU done?
LR55 FOU was recorded at 190,633 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 8,419 miles a year.
Has LR55 FOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FOU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 FOU 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 FOU find?
LR55 FOU passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; manufacturers plastic under trays fitted.

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