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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR55 HKCMOT history

LR55 HKC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 185,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2025.

LR55 HKC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2026
Mileage
185,899 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 HKC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 HKC was last recorded at 185,899 miles on 12 Apr 2025, 6,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2018: 101,918 miles, lower than 110,759 miles on 24 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
179,019 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
6,880 miles
Average per year
9,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,899 miles
  • 2024 – 179,019 miles
  • 2023 – 168,949 miles
  • 2022 – 157,315 miles
  • 2021 – 141,609 miles
  • 2020 – 128,846 miles
  • 2019 – 116,125 miles
  • 2018 – 101,918 miles
  • 2017 – 105,952 miles
  • 2016 – 101,811 miles
  • 2015 – 95,777 miles
  • 2014 – 86,802 miles
  • 2013 – 77,821 miles
  • 2012 – 69,486 miles
  • 2011 – 59,988 miles
  • 2010 – 50,746 miles
  • 2009 – 39,798 miles
  • 2008 – 29,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,899 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,899 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    185,899 miles
    Test number
    384288348521
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail185,899 miles (+6,880)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,899 miles
    Test number
    340404856213
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass179,019 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,019 miles
    Test number
    228921062471
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail179,019 miles (+10,070)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,019 miles
    Test number
    644763522076
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced lower sill damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced lower sill damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass168,949 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    168,949 miles
    Test number
    152613449584
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail168,949 miles (+11,634)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,949 miles
    Test number
    118558037129
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass157,315 miles (+15,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,315 miles
    Test number
    299151402159
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass141,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,609 miles
    Test number
    217754809438
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail141,604 miles (+12,758)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,604 miles
    Test number
    420747462075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass128,846 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,846 miles
    Test number
    352370713070
    • AdvisoryBoth Sides Wing Corroded
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail128,843 miles (+12,718)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,843 miles
    Test number
    867740751632
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth Sides Wing Corroded
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass116,125 miles (+14,207)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,125 miles
    Test number
    473468672908
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass101,918 miles (-8,841)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,918 miles
    Test number
    987997896525
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test SatNav Holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lense faded
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lense faded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail110,759 miles (+4,807)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,759 miles
    Test number
    577039777251
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre bald inside edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge al 4 on 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass105,952 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,952 miles
    Test number
    257428579719
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight diffusers fitted to both headlight
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test satnav holder
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Fail105,952 miles (+4,141)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,952 miles
    Test number
    688593443145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight diffusers fitted to both headlight
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test satnav holder
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass101,811 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,811 miles
    Test number
    307159711145
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  18. Fail101,811 miles (+6,034)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,811 miles
    Test number
    107961499075
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  19. Pass95,777 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    95,777 miles
    Test number
    684469228023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,802 miles
    Test number
    338958884480
    • 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)

  21. Fail86,802 miles (+8,981)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,802 miles
    Test number
    358378584201
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  22. Pass77,821 miles (+8,335)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,821 miles
    Test number
    986034583231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,486 miles (+9,498)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,486 miles
    Test number
    339583882414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,988 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,988 miles
    Test number
    448540991284
    • NoteESP lamp on

  25. Fail59,988 miles (+9,242)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,988 miles
    Test number
    939740091291
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteESP lamp on

  26. Pass50,746 miles (+10,948)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    50,746 miles
    Test number
    494909890208
    • NoteEsp light on.
    • NotePad light on.

  27. Pass39,798 miles (+10,786)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,798 miles
    Test number
    422243389258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,012 miles
    Test number
    693820998222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 HKC

Does LR55 HKC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 HKC expired on 11 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 HKC?
The MOT on LR55 HKC expired on 11 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 HKC done?
LR55 HKC was recorded at 185,899 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2025, an average of 9,516 miles a year.
Has LR55 HKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 HKC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 HKC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 HKC find?
LR55 HKC passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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