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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 MPEMOT history

LR55 MPE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LR55 MPE silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,368 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MPE was last recorded at 72,368 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 4,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Sept 2017: 32,296 miles, lower than 45,692 miles on 17 Sept 2016.

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
67,538 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,830 miles
Average per year
3,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,368 miles
  • 2025 – 67,538 miles
  • 2023 – 43,286 miles
  • 2022 – 41,745 miles
  • 2021 – 38,451 miles
  • 2020 – 38,441 miles
  • 2019 – 37,851 miles
  • 2018 – 36,493 miles
  • 2017 – 32,296 miles
  • 2016 – 45,692 miles
  • 2015 – 26,269 miles
  • 2014 – 25,171 miles
  • 2013 – 21,465 miles
  • 2012 – 18,312 miles
  • 2011 – 15,528 miles
  • 2010 – 13,191 miles
  • 2009 – 10,583 miles
  • 2008 – 8,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,368 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,368 miles (+4,830)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,368 miles
    Test number
    323164186288
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass67,538 miles (+24,252)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    67,538 miles
    Test number
    419060458498
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass43,286 miles (+1,541)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    43,286 miles
    Test number
    994295554901
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass41,745 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    41,745 miles
    Test number
    558719644739
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side faded (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail41,745 miles (+3,294)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,745 miles
    Test number
    366103411687
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side faded (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass38,451 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    38,451 miles
    Test number
    612707897531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,441 miles (+590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,441 miles
    Test number
    310072425958
    • 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))

  8. Pass37,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    37,851 miles
    Test number
    436615313389
    • 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))

  9. Fail37,851 miles (+1,358)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,851 miles
    Test number
    268560820203
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass36,493 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,493 miles
    Test number
    929720679452
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail36,493 miles (+4,197)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,493 miles
    Test number
    330081965089
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass32,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    32,296 miles
    Test number
    301736975928
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail32,296 miles (-13,396)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,296 miles
    Test number
    655900266285
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass45,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,692 miles
    Test number
    541761875345
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail45,692 miles (+19,423)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,692 miles
    Test number
    192972675473
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass26,269 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,269 miles
    Test number
    930737804205
    • AdvisoryCovers under the car
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished/cracked and worn outer edge, strong advise
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished/cracked, strong advise

  17. Fail26,269 miles (+1,098)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,269 miles
    Test number
    301632897423
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCovers under the car
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished/cracked and worn outer edge, strong advise
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished/cracked, strong advise

  18. Pass25,171 miles (+3,706)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    25,171 miles
    Test number
    696720764247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of offside rear adult belt.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing cracks.

  19. Pass21,465 miles (+3,153)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    21,465 miles
    Test number
    396843163236
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre showing cracks.

  20. Pass18,312 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    18,312 miles
    Test number
    799118152201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,528 miles (+2,337)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    15,528 miles
    Test number
    329686661449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing low on inside edge.

  22. Pass13,191 miles (+2,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    13,191 miles
    Test number
    671251660253
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass10,583 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    10,583 miles
    Test number
    394271769211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    8,623 miles
    Test number
    120382668299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 MPE

Does LR55 MPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 MPE is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MPE?
The MOT on LR55 MPE is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 MPE done?
LR55 MPE was recorded at 72,368 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,631 miles a year.
Has LR55 MPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MPE has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 MPE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Sept 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 MPE find?
LR55 MPE passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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