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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LR55 MOVMOT history

LR55 MOV is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 152,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2024.

LR55 MOV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2025
Mileage
152,864 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MOV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MOV was last recorded at 152,864 miles on 31 Dec 2024, 11,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,229 miles · 2 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
11,635 miles
Average per year
8,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 152,864 miles
  • 2023 – 141,229 miles
  • 2022 – 136,292 miles
  • 2021 – 131,195 miles
  • 2020 – 127,716 miles
  • 2019 – 123,611 miles
  • 2018 – 117,521 miles
  • 2017 – 108,856 miles
  • 2016 – 99,518 miles
  • 2015 – 87,881 miles
  • 2014 – 77,142 miles
  • 2013 – 70,081 miles
  • 2012 – 58,691 miles
  • 2011 – 40,680 miles
  • 2010 – 27,076 miles
  • 2009 – 22,984 miles
  • 2008 – 16,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,864 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,864 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    152,864 miles
    Test number
    493783949578
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail152,864 miles (+11,635)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,864 miles
    Test number
    680986987308
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass141,229 miles (+651)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    141,229 miles
    Test number
    155616682945
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust silencer blowing

  4. Fail140,578 miles (+4,286)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,578 miles
    Test number
    420184571929
    • MajorExhaust system insecure bracket to middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass136,292 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    136,292 miles
    Test number
    214986003328
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail136,284 miles (+5,089)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,284 miles
    Test number
    267448800418
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass131,195 miles (+3,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    131,195 miles
    Test number
    246922036358
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,716 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,716 miles
    Test number
    386609630829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail127,716 miles (+4,105)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,716 miles
    Test number
    749926256868
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass123,611 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    123,611 miles
    Test number
    206310438090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail123,609 miles (+6,088)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,609 miles
    Test number
    230378508262
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass117,521 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    117,521 miles
    Test number
    474030386340
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail117,519 miles (+8,663)1 dangerous2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,519 miles
    Test number
    139070978507
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass108,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,856 miles
    Test number
    968573496553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Fail108,856 miles (+9,338)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,856 miles
    Test number
    418645505879
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass99,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,518 miles
    Test number
    932572476399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail99,518 miles (+11,637)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,518 miles
    Test number
    569657049069
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass87,881 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,881 miles
    Test number
    178351035285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are very close to the legal limit! (advise replacement)

  19. Fail87,881 miles (+10,739)1 dangerous2 failures2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,881 miles
    Test number
    345411435439
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are very close to the legal limit! (advise replacement)

  20. Pass77,142 miles (+7,061)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    77,142 miles
    Test number
    849098514279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,081 miles
    Test number
    338469523418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,081 miles (+11,390)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,081 miles
    Test number
    686079823227
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  23. Pass58,691 miles (+18,011)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,691 miles
    Test number
    945846212265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,680 miles (+13,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,680 miles
    Test number
    367380111400
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass27,076 miles (+4,092)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,076 miles
    Test number
    212502920267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,984 miles (+6,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,984 miles
    Test number
    293800219268
    • 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)

  27. Pass16,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,764 miles
    Test number
    740584218290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 MOV

Does LR55 MOV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 MOV expired on 30 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MOV?
The MOT on LR55 MOV expired on 30 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 MOV done?
LR55 MOV was recorded at 152,864 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2024, an average of 8,291 miles a year.
Has LR55 MOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MOV has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 MOV 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 MOV find?
LR55 MOV passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 3 more.

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