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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 TMOMOT history

LR55 TMO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

LR55 TMO silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
87,243 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 TMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 TMO was last recorded at 87,243 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,224 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
2,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,243 miles
  • 2025 – 84,623 miles
  • 2024 – 81,796 miles
  • 2023 – 78,486 miles
  • 2022 – 75,270 miles
  • 2020 – 74,023 miles
  • 2019 – 73,515 miles
  • 2018 – 72,912 miles
  • 2017 – 71,667 miles
  • 2016 – 70,096 miles
  • 2015 – 69,130 miles
  • 2014 – 67,743 miles
  • 2013 – 65,277 miles
  • 2012 – 62,384 miles
  • 2011 – 59,714 miles
  • 2010 – 52,610 miles
  • 2009 – 45,713 miles
  • 2008 – 36,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,243 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderbody surface rustRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front brake back plates corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,243 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    87,243 miles
    Test number
    742233065611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface rust

  2. Fail87,224 miles (+2,601)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,224 miles
    Test number
    173971746243
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface rust

  3. Pass84,623 miles (+2,827)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    84,623 miles
    Test number
    786764503251
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak poss brake servo pipe further attention advised
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Pass81,796 miles (+3,310)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    81,796 miles
    Test number
    146257878204
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass78,486 miles (+3,216)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,486 miles
    Test number
    687676768373
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,270 miles (+1,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,270 miles
    Test number
    412562630579
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps cloudy

  7. Pass74,023 miles (+508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,023 miles
    Test number
    213768297638
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass73,515 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,515 miles
    Test number
    242959249172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,912 miles (+1,245)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,912 miles
    Test number
    149215492917
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,667 miles (+1,571)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,667 miles
    Test number
    841718005451
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass70,096 miles (+966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,096 miles
    Test number
    266418952726
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses faded

  12. Pass69,130 miles (+1,387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,130 miles
    Test number
    216484889387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses faded

  13. Pass67,743 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,743 miles
    Test number
    136800434342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,277 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,277 miles
    Test number
    598440833341
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail65,277 miles (+2,893)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,277 miles
    Test number
    709660433383
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail62,384 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,384 miles
    Test number
    269728722386
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass62,384 miles (+2,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    62,384 miles
    Test number
    636498522362
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass59,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,714 miles
    Test number
    186872231330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,714 miles (+7,104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,714 miles
    Test number
    717062731341
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass52,610 miles (+6,897)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,610 miles
    Test number
    480968120402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,713 miles (+9,137)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,713 miles
    Test number
    422710939300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,576 miles
    Test number
    374019628334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 TMO

Does LR55 TMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 TMO is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 TMO?
The MOT on LR55 TMO is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 TMO done?
LR55 TMO was recorded at 87,243 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 2,949 miles a year.
Has LR55 TMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 TMO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 TMO 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 TMO find?
LR55 TMO passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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