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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 MXGMOT history

LR55 MXG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 164,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

LR55 MXG blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
164,693 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MXG
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
2 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MXG was last recorded at 164,693 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,690 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,693 miles
  • 2024 – 160,339 miles
  • 2023 – 155,676 miles
  • 2022 – 150,153 miles
  • 2021 – 144,496 miles
  • 2020 – 138,923 miles
  • 2019 – 134,784 miles
  • 2018 – 126,805 miles
  • 2017 – 121,617 miles
  • 2016 – 113,060 miles
  • 2015 – 105,409 miles
  • 2014 – 96,231 miles
  • 2013 – 86,819 miles
  • 2012 – 75,676 miles
  • 2011 – 65,693 miles
  • 2010 – 56,264 miles
  • 2009 – 45,914 miles
  • 2008 – 37,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,693 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear seats removed used as a dog vanRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Plastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear both outer sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass164,693 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,693 miles
    Test number
    515675789984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed used as a dog van

  2. Fail164,690 miles (+4,351)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,690 miles
    Test number
    398044218917
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed used as a dog van

  3. Pass160,339 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    160,339 miles
    Test number
    904331440976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed

  4. Fail160,337 miles (+4,661)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,337 miles
    Test number
    997615749166
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in side wall bead protector (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed used as a dog van

  5. Pass155,676 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    155,676 miles
    Test number
    679055688314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both outer sills corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails corroded at gromits
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed used as a dog van

  6. Fail155,675 miles (+5,522)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,675 miles
    Test number
    246468923358
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both outer sills corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails corroded at gromits
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed used as a dog van

  7. Pass150,153 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    150,153 miles
    Test number
    606369504407
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded and slight leak

  8. Fail150,153 miles (+5,657)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,153 miles
    Test number
    533389842652
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded and slight leak

  9. Pass144,496 miles (+5,573)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    144,496 miles
    Test number
    749119414008
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,923 miles (+4,139)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    138,923 miles
    Test number
    860928414479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear one of two position light bulbs not working
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass134,784 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,784 miles
    Test number
    859220298472
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  12. Fail134,782 miles (+7,977)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,782 miles
    Test number
    623278043812
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  13. Pass126,805 miles (+5,188)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    126,805 miles
    Test number
    960691932083
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 200--250 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sills corroded

  14. Pass121,617 miles (+8,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    121,617 miles
    Test number
    653405752016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and offside also cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas.

  15. Pass113,060 miles (+7,651)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,060 miles
    Test number
    733413700529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    105,409 miles
    Test number
    361909855332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,409 miles (+9,178)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,409 miles
    Test number
    137961473315
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  18. Pass96,231 miles (+9,412)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,231 miles
    Test number
    729032254215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,819 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    86,819 miles
    Test number
    805013263219
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn ouer edges

  20. Fail86,819 miles (+11,143)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,819 miles
    Test number
    348483963466
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn ouer edges

  21. Pass75,676 miles (+9,983)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    75,676 miles
    Test number
    767341752295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight misting of fuel around tamdem pump fuel pipes

  22. Pass65,693 miles (+9,429)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,693 miles
    Test number
    277542771235
    • NoteExhaust middle box bracket broken
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  23. Pass56,264 miles (+10,350)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    56,264 miles
    Test number
    244233260215
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken

  24. Pass45,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    45,914 miles
    Test number
    481714959239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,914 miles (+8,303)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,914 miles
    Test number
    254293959240
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass37,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,611 miles
    Test number
    881356168239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 MXG

Does LR55 MXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 MXG is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MXG?
The MOT on LR55 MXG is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 MXG done?
LR55 MXG was recorded at 164,693 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 7,428 miles a year.
Has LR55 MXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MXG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 MXG 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 MXG find?
LR55 MXG passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; rear seats removed used as a dog van.

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