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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 GUDMOT history

LR55 GUD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

LR55 GUD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2026
Mileage
114,468 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GUD
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
28 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GUD was last recorded at 114,468 miles on 18 Mar 2025, 5,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,652 miles · 8 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
5,816 miles
Average per year
5,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,468 miles
  • 2023 – 108,652 miles
  • 2022 – 99,156 miles
  • 2021 – 90,235 miles
  • 2020 – 86,309 miles
  • 2019 – 75,019 miles
  • 2017 – 69,730 miles
  • 2016 – 64,421 miles
  • 2015 – 62,260 miles
  • 2014 – 61,379 miles
  • 2013 – 57,155 miles
  • 2012 – 54,076 miles
  • 2011 – 50,884 miles
  • 2010 – 41,217 miles
  • 2009 – 34,373 miles
  • 2008 – 27,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,468 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

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.

  • Front number plate in a poor condition but still readable

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,468 miles (+5,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,468 miles
    Test number
    139801231822
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  2. Pass108,652 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,652 miles
    Test number
    851454708440
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in a poor condition but still readable

  3. Fail108,652 miles (+9,496)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,652 miles
    Test number
    513976127034
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in a poor condition but still readable

  4. Pass99,156 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,156 miles
    Test number
    234630929275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail99,154 miles (+8,919)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,154 miles
    Test number
    710508781126
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass90,235 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,235 miles
    Test number
    661726505394
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail90,235 miles (+3,926)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,235 miles
    Test number
    208024326083
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass86,309 miles (+11,290)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,309 miles
    Test number
    357606350991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,019 miles (+5,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,019 miles
    Test number
    107752589727
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

  10. Pass69,730 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,730 miles
    Test number
    809904659329
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFactory covers fitted obscuring testable items

  11. Fail69,727 miles (+5,306)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,727 miles
    Test number
    480196567909
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFactory covers fitted obscuring testable items

  12. Pass64,421 miles (+2,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,421 miles
    Test number
    337770945331
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover Fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake Discs Becoming Corroded

  13. Pass62,260 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,260 miles
    Test number
    694770396027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,258 miles (+879)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,258 miles
    Test number
    149069129221
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  15. Pass61,379 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    299814124314
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail61,379 miles (+4,224)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    699814824308
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass57,155 miles (+3,079)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,155 miles
    Test number
    835881433357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,076 miles (+3,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    54,076 miles
    Test number
    177881632397
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass50,884 miles (+9,667)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,884 miles
    Test number
    855476821392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,217 miles (+6,844)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,217 miles
    Test number
    440856420373
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread getting low at 3mm, legal limit is 1.6mm

  21. Pass34,373 miles (+6,573)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,373 miles
    Test number
    434029229306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,800 miles
    Test number
    932174238337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 GUD

Does LR55 GUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 GUD expired on 17 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GUD?
The MOT on LR55 GUD expired on 17 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 GUD done?
LR55 GUD was recorded at 114,468 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2025, an average of 5,318 miles a year.
Has LR55 GUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GUD has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 GUD 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 GUD find?
LR55 GUD passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; general under body corrosion.

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