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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 VRLMOT history

LR55 VRL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2022 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 233,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

LR55 VRL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2022
Mileage
233,687 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2022
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
15,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VRL
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
25 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 VRL was last recorded at 233,687 miles on 30 Jun 2022, 12,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,399 miles · 6 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
12,288 miles
Average per year
15,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 233,687 miles
  • 2021 – 221,399 miles
  • 2020 – 210,116 miles
  • 2019 – 197,135 miles
  • 2018 – 160,605 miles
  • 2016 – 128,137 miles
  • 2015 – 113,147 miles
  • 2014 – 97,536 miles
  • 2013 – 82,992 miles
  • 2012 – 64,904 miles
  • 2011 – 47,481 miles
  • 2010 – 43,998 miles
  • 2009 – 35,858 miles
  • 2008 – 25,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail233,687 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Alternator belt very loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail233,687 miles (+12,288)1 dangerous6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,687 miles
    Test number
    386080587092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass221,399 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    221,399 miles
    Test number
    632741469130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail221,396 miles (+11,280)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,396 miles
    Test number
    108808738083
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass210,116 miles (+111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    210,116 miles
    Test number
    417870084641
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt very loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail210,005 miles (+12,870)2 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,005 miles
    Test number
    546130821116
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt very loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Number plate light poor light output
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass197,135 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    197,135 miles
    Test number
    821792234293
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail197,135 miles (+36,530)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,135 miles
    Test number
    393020720941
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass160,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    160,605 miles
    Test number
    750612856552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail160,605 miles (+32,468)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,605 miles
    Test number
    249186719926
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass128,137 miles (+14,990)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    128,137 miles
    Test number
    255402762337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail113,147 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,147 miles
    Test number
    127160835241
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass113,147 miles (+15,611)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    113,147 miles
    Test number
    415010835216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,536 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    917763014288
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light on

  14. Fail97,536 miles (+14,544)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    286642214250
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light on

  15. Pass82,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,992 miles
    Test number
    917243833288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,992 miles (+18,088)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,992 miles
    Test number
    305403633467
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass64,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,904 miles
    Test number
    109281382138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,904 miles (+17,423)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,904 miles
    Test number
    865430782108
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass47,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,481 miles
    Test number
    318259321163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,481 miles (+3,483)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,481 miles
    Test number
    455569921149
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass43,998 miles (+8,140)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,998 miles
    Test number
    540513350305
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCovers fitted above and below vehicle
    • NoteDamage on n/s/f tyre wall
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteHubcaps fitted wheel nuts not checked

  22. Pass35,858 miles (+9,917)1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,858 miles
    Test number
    752995569346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs becoming worn and lipped
    • NoteFront brake pads becoming low
    • NoteInspection covers fitted above and below vehicle
    • NoteN/s/f tyre becoming low on tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre feathering on outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has large nail in tread area - too big to repair
    • NoteRear tyres going out of shape

  23. Pass25,941 miles (+178)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    25,941 miles
    Test number
    993674968397
    • NoteWHEEL TRIMS FITTED WHEEL NUTS NOT CHECKED

  24. Fail25,763 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,763 miles
    Test number
    881905658318
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN/S/R SILL + DOOR DAMAGE
    • NoteWHEEL TRIMS FITTED WHEEL NUTS NOT CHECKED

Questions about LR55 VRL

Does LR55 VRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VRL expired on 5 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VRL?
The MOT on LR55 VRL expired on 5 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VRL done?
LR55 VRL was recorded at 233,687 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2022, an average of 15,373 miles a year.
Has LR55 VRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VRL has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 VRL 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 VRL find?
LR55 VRL failed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 7 more.

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