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Volkswagen Jetta

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LR55 MERMOT history

LR55 MER is a blue diesel Volkswagen Jetta first used on 30 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LR55 MER blue Volkswagen Jetta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
113,662 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MER
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Jetta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MER was last recorded at 113,662 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,290 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,372 miles
Average per year
7,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,662 miles
  • 2025 – 109,290 miles
  • 2024 – 105,061 miles
  • 2022 – 100,417 miles
  • 2021 – 94,804 miles
  • 2020 – 88,213 miles
  • 2019 – 78,216 miles
  • 2018 – 63,628 miles
  • 2017 – 48,908 miles
  • 2016 – 37,797 miles
  • 2015 – 31,079 miles
  • 2014 – 24,784 miles
  • 2013 – 17,648 miles
  • 2012 – 10,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,662 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both spring mount arms (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front flexi pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link pin

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,662 miles (+4,372)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    113,662 miles
    Test number
    266770269236
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both spring mount arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,290 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    542201989693
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail109,290 miles (+4,229)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    372089079483
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass105,061 miles2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,061 miles
    Test number
    706721160518
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link pin (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front flexi pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise all shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear shocker covers
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  5. Fail105,061 miles (+4,644)2 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,061 miles
    Test number
    761055238579
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link pin (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front flexi pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise all shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear shocker covers
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  6. Pass100,417 miles (+5)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,417 miles
    Test number
    699547523000
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components

  7. Fail100,412 miles (+5,608)5 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,412 miles
    Test number
    229569082852
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components

  8. Pass94,804 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,804 miles
    Test number
    498256626967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,801 miles (+6,588)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,801 miles
    Test number
    543418828333
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass88,213 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,213 miles
    Test number
    511199012483
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light windmirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail88,213 miles (+9,997)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,213 miles
    Test number
    721228662754
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light windmirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,216 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,216 miles
    Test number
    840252276059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  13. Fail78,216 miles (+14,588)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,216 miles
    Test number
    389286028022
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  14. Pass63,628 miles (+14,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    63,628 miles
    Test number
    644903857048
    • 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
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass48,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    48,908 miles
    Test number
    226692127247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,908 miles (+4,156)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,908 miles
    Test number
    622074477652
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass44,752 miles (+6,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,752 miles
    Test number
    285361455717
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass37,797 miles (+6,718)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,797 miles
    Test number
    981168581555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,079 miles (+6,295)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,079 miles
    Test number
    827516405145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,784 miles (+7,136)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    24,784 miles
    Test number
    907428214197
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front and offside rear tyres deteriorated (cracking)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre stepped on inner edge (close to limit)

  21. Pass17,648 miles (+7,254)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    17,648 miles
    Test number
    349143613141
    • NoteCracks in tread on both rear tyres

  22. Pass10,394 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    10,394 miles
    Test number
    206234122167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs scored slightly

Questions about LR55 MER

Does LR55 MER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 MER is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MER?
The MOT on LR55 MER is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 MER done?
LR55 MER was recorded at 113,662 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 7,529 miles a year.
Has LR55 MER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MER has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 MER 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 MER find?
LR55 MER passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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