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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LR55 VNWMOT history

LR55 VNW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2025.

LR55 VNW silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2026
Mileage
121,842 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VNW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VNW was last recorded at 121,842 miles on 3 Jan 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,841 miles · 31 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,842 miles
  • 2024 – 121,841 miles
  • 2023 – 100,563 miles
  • 2022 – 91,222 miles
  • 2021 – 91,064 miles
  • 2020 – 81,659 miles
  • 2019 – 80,343 miles
  • 2018 – 78,799 miles
  • 2017 – 76,797 miles
  • 2016 – 73,788 miles
  • 2015 – 69,849 miles
  • 2014 – 65,058 miles
  • 2013 – 61,372 miles
  • 2012 – 56,710 miles
  • 2011 – 48,685 miles
  • 2010 – 39,704 miles
  • 2009 – 32,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,842 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,842 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    121,842 miles
    Test number
    548674046855
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail121,841 miles (+12,192)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,841 miles
    Test number
    282732121891
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass109,649 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,649 miles
    Test number
    224624340333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail109,648 miles (+9,085)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,648 miles
    Test number
    260095568779
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass100,563 miles (+141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,563 miles
    Test number
    949554940528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush lower arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush lower arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall cracking, uneven wear to inner tread edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail100,422 miles (+9,200)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,422 miles
    Test number
    148414066068
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Hi level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush lower arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush lower arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall cracking, uneven wear to inner tread edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wiper activates when tailgate is opened, potential electrical fault.
    • AdvisoryRear Reverse light not working. Pre 2009.
  7. Pass91,222 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,222 miles
    Test number
    985902927049
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged found on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing smooth inner edge and small cut on tread.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge no cords/ply exposed at time strong advise replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre surface cracking
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deterioration ,baffles rattling centre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped
  8. Fail91,222 miles (+158)1 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,222 miles
    Test number
    120720500340
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged holed/cut centre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced lens poor (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged found on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing smooth inner edge and small cut on tread.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge no cords/ply exposed at time strong advise replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre surface cracking
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deterioration ,baffles rattling centre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chipped
  9. Fail91,064 miles (+9,405)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,064 miles
    Test number
    698334881381
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass81,659 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,659 miles
    Test number
    455259991564
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail81,653 miles (+1,310)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,653 miles
    Test number
    420676860483
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass80,343 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,343 miles
    Test number
    717570940428
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Fail80,314 miles (+1,515)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,314 miles
    Test number
    847394935998
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  14. Pass78,799 miles (+2,002)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,799 miles
    Test number
    543436609590
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  15. Pass76,797 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,797 miles
    Test number
    364959597113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Fail76,797 miles (+3,009)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,797 miles
    Test number
    376010164389
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  17. Pass73,788 miles (+42)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,788 miles
    Test number
    758377341407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Fail73,746 miles (+3,897)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    932972044356
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both need refurbish (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn split open (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to ware into sensor (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass69,849 miles (+4,791)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    69,849 miles
    Test number
    352347267548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,058 miles (+3,686)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,058 miles
    Test number
    819366144307
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edge
    • NoteN/s front tyre has a cut inner edge
  21. Pass61,372 miles (+4,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    61,372 miles
    Test number
    635071243324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass56,710 miles (+8,025)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,710 miles
    Test number
    455470422362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,685 miles
    Test number
    886903391250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,685 miles (+8,981)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,685 miles
    Test number
    389153591206
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOffside & nearside front brake discs worn
  25. Pass39,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,704 miles
    Test number
    181741000350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,704 miles (+6,948)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,704 miles
    Test number
    564811700323
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  27. Pass32,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,756 miles
    Test number
    191419899298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VNW

Does LR55 VNW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VNW expired on 18 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VNW?
The MOT on LR55 VNW expired on 18 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VNW done?
LR55 VNW was recorded at 121,842 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2025, an average of 5,865 miles a year.
Has LR55 VNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VNW has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 VNW 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 VNW find?
LR55 VNW passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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