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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 GVMMOT history

LR55 GVM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LR55 GVM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
140,202 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GVM was last recorded at 140,202 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 8,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,912 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,290 miles
Average per year
6,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,202 miles
  • 2025 – 131,912 miles
  • 2024 – 128,004 miles
  • 2023 – 123,432 miles
  • 2022 – 118,746 miles
  • 2020 – 116,407 miles
  • 2019 – 113,812 miles
  • 2018 – 111,987 miles
  • 2017 – 108,840 miles
  • 2016 – 103,390 miles
  • 2015 – 99,929 miles
  • 2014 – 97,005 miles
  • 2013 – 82,099 miles
  • 2012 – 64,904 miles
  • 2011 – 45,479 miles
  • 2009 – 25,956 miles
  • 2008 – 15,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,202 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Outer sill cannot be checked due to plastice cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Outer sill cannot be checked due to plastice cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,202 miles (+8,290)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    140,202 miles
    Test number
    142629459059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,912 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    131,912 miles
    Test number
    577944448156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail131,911 miles (+3,907)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,911 miles
    Test number
    431353002896
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working both outer (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass128,004 miles (+4,572)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    128,004 miles
    Test number
    526076840051
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,432 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    123,432 miles
    Test number
    746448368970
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cannot be checked due to plastice cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cannot be checked due to plastice cover fitted

  6. Fail123,432 miles (+23)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,432 miles
    Test number
    400495948623
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded through several areas close to seat belt anchorage points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corrodded through in several areas close to seat belt anchorae points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cannot be checked due to plastice cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cannot be checked due to plastice cover fitted

  7. Fail123,409 miles (+4,663)5 major4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,409 miles
    Test number
    565352476225
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded through in several areas close to seat/belt mounting points. Plastic sideskirts fitted, unable to fully inspect outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded through in several areas close to seat/belt mounting points. Plastic sideskirts fitted, unable to fully inspect outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked in nearside of swept area and chipped in center towards zone A of swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cloudy but beam image visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Also splitting/perished in tread (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cloudy but beam image visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant and oil levels low
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Blowing on flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush/console splitting/perished slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush/console splitting/perished slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch liner insecure, hitting tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside LED repeater lamp unit dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop perished, plastic sleeve loose on shock absorber
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass118,746 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    118,746 miles
    Test number
    408378991852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,407 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,407 miles
    Test number
    296180944108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,812 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,812 miles
    Test number
    352472018729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,987 miles (+3,147)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,987 miles
    Test number
    329698389564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,840 miles (+5,450)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    108,840 miles
    Test number
    903308409035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,390 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    103,390 miles
    Test number
    973270930406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,929 miles (+2,924)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,929 miles
    Test number
    996070375185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,005 miles (+14,906)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,005 miles
    Test number
    467399684181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,099 miles
    Test number
    277695683429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,099 miles (+17,195)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,099 miles
    Test number
    596755283118
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,904 miles (+19,425)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,904 miles
    Test number
    308239892161
    • NoteN/s rear child seat fitted

  19. Pass45,479 miles (+19,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,479 miles
    Test number
    108243441199
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass25,956 miles (+10,423)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,956 miles
    Test number
    690512059210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail15,533 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,533 miles
    Test number
    482987348261
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass15,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,533 miles
    Test number
    681907048269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 GVM

Does LR55 GVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 GVM is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GVM?
The MOT on LR55 GVM is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 GVM done?
LR55 GVM was recorded at 140,202 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 6,941 miles a year.
Has LR55 GVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GVM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 GVM 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 GVM find?
LR55 GVM passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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