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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LR55 MVWMOT history

LR55 MVW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 130,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2023.

LR55 MVW grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2024
Mileage
130,900 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MVW was last recorded at 130,900 miles on 14 Nov 2023, 7,292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,608 miles · 16 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
7,292 miles
Average per year
6,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,900 miles
  • 2022 – 123,608 miles
  • 2021 – 116,000 miles
  • 2020 – 115,616 miles
  • 2019 – 113,771 miles
  • 2018 – 108,761 miles
  • 2017 – 99,380 miles
  • 2016 – 89,535 miles
  • 2015 – 82,258 miles
  • 2014 – 73,571 miles
  • 2013 – 63,567 miles
  • 2012 – 56,306 miles
  • 2011 – 49,760 miles
  • 2010 – 43,618 miles
  • 2009 – 36,107 miles
  • 2008 – 28,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,900 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,900 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    130,900 miles
    Test number
    779459979493
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,900 miles (+7,292)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,900 miles
    Test number
    200748937129
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,608 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    123,608 miles
    Test number
    449293079133
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail123,608 miles (+7,608)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,608 miles
    Test number
    147950287281
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass116,000 miles (+384)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,000 miles
    Test number
    119549241116
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass115,616 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,616 miles
    Test number
    492185916494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,771 miles
    Test number
    531609736169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,771 miles (+5,010)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,771 miles
    Test number
    789709148933
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass108,761 miles (+65)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,761 miles
    Test number
    837227794511
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail108,696 miles (+9,316)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,696 miles
    Test number
    490993551977
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass99,380 miles (+9,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,380 miles
    Test number
    304220149968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge

  12. Pass89,535 miles (+7,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,535 miles
    Test number
    703003545195
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass82,258 miles (+8,687)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,258 miles
    Test number
    930366845868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  14. Pass73,571 miles (+10,004)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    616391004376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,567 miles (+7,261)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,567 miles
    Test number
    819225193217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,306 miles (+6,546)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,306 miles
    Test number
    459697102353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,760 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,760 miles
    Test number
    427452801498
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass49,760 miles (+6,142)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,760 miles
    Test number
    547482001326
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass43,618 miles (+7,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,618 miles
    Test number
    510556200338
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass36,107 miles (+7,147)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,107 miles
    Test number
    244102389223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,960 miles
    Test number
    913804708323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 MVW

Does LR55 MVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 MVW expired on 15 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MVW?
The MOT on LR55 MVW expired on 15 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 MVW done?
LR55 MVW was recorded at 130,900 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2023, an average of 6,778 miles a year.
Has LR55 MVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MVW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 MVW 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 MVW find?
LR55 MVW passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2023 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen wiper blade defective both smear slightly, and 2 more.

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