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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 MWJMOT history

LR55 MWJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 202,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LR55 MWJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2025
Mileage
202,720 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 MWJ was last recorded at 202,720 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 19,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,432 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
19,288 miles
Average per year
10,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 202,720 miles
  • 2024 – 183,432 miles
  • 2023 – 168,420 miles
  • 2020 – 159,858 miles
  • 2019 – 145,381 miles
  • 2018 – 130,923 miles
  • 2017 – 120,152 miles
  • 2016 – 110,085 miles
  • 2015 – 100,255 miles
  • 2014 – 97,795 miles
  • 2013 – 94,833 miles
  • 2012 – 86,116 miles
  • 2011 – 74,444 miles
  • 2010 – 57,232 miles
  • 2009 – 38,855 miles
  • 2008 – 30,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,720 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear heat shield insecure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail202,720 miles (+19,288)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,720 miles
    Test number
    896883234197
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  2. Pass183,432 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    183,432 miles
    Test number
    316314597933
    • DangerousRear heat shield insecure
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Fail183,431 miles (+15,011)3 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,431 miles
    Test number
    143122816051
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear heat shield insecure
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass168,420 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    168,420 miles
    Test number
    994829911996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail168,409 miles (+8,551)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,409 miles
    Test number
    128181651267
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass159,858 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    159,858 miles
    Test number
    342401356291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail159,853 miles (+14,472)7 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,853 miles
    Test number
    942854457925
    • MajorBrake performance not tested engine failer (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass145,381 miles (+14,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,381 miles
    Test number
    766723551640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass130,923 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    130,923 miles
    Test number
    118593221121
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail130,923 miles (+10,771)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,923 miles
    Test number
    259680948797
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass120,152 miles (+10,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,152 miles
    Test number
    265205899196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass110,085 miles (+9,830)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,085 miles
    Test number
    854692866039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 on 3mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 on 3mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arm(rear)bushes perrished
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar drop link rubbers perrished
    • AdvisoryService light on

  13. Pass100,255 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,255 miles
    Test number
    509664435123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,795 miles (+2,962)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,795 miles
    Test number
    256369984101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass94,833 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,833 miles
    Test number
    178099093125
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail94,832 miles (+8,716)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,832 miles
    Test number
    597667693121
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass86,116 miles (+11,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,116 miles
    Test number
    948426882173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass74,444 miles (+17,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,444 miles
    Test number
    928199471181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass57,232 miles (+18,377)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,232 miles
    Test number
    303311500473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,855 miles (+8,685)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,855 miles
    Test number
    350743009452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,170 miles
    Test number
    153129088229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,170 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,170 miles
    Test number
    801339288251
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LR55 MWJ

Does LR55 MWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 MWJ expired on 28 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MWJ?
The MOT on LR55 MWJ expired on 28 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 MWJ done?
LR55 MWJ was recorded at 202,720 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 10,084 miles a year.
Has LR55 MWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MWJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 MWJ 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 MWJ find?
LR55 MWJ failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced, and 10 more.

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