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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LR55 VRMMOT history

LR55 VRM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 111,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2023.

LR55 VRM silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2024
Mileage
111,869 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VRM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VRM was last recorded at 111,869 miles on 9 Sept 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,867 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,869 miles
  • 2022 – 108,007 miles
  • 2021 – 102,799 miles
  • 2020 – 97,043 miles
  • 2019 – 91,083 miles
  • 2018 – 76,482 miles
  • 2017 – 70,864 miles
  • 2016 – 65,036 miles
  • 2015 – 59,452 miles
  • 2014 – 54,364 miles
  • 2013 – 49,025 miles
  • 2012 – 43,525 miles
  • 2011 – 29,181 miles
  • 2010 – 23,994 miles
  • 2008 – 16,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,869 miles
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front headlamp slightly insecure

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Both sides sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,869 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,869 miles
    Test number
    690959122018
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail111,867 miles (+3,860)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,867 miles
    Test number
    528216541169
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass108,007 miles (+1)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    108,007 miles
    Test number
    207996622658
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reflector damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6m (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater working 50%
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside headlamp has poor beam pattern

  4. Fail108,006 miles (+5,207)6 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,006 miles
    Test number
    268124058305
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reflector damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6m (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater working 50%
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,799 miles (+5,756)4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,799 miles
    Test number
    827909595361
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both side headlamp have poor beam
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe mounting area corroded

  6. Pass97,043 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,043 miles
    Test number
    320820577721
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both side headlamp have poor beam pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side sills slightly corroded

  7. Fail97,041 miles (+5,958)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,041 miles
    Test number
    529775136519
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both side headlamp have poor beam pattern
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake slightly low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side sills slightly corroded

  8. Pass91,083 miles (+14,601)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,083 miles
    Test number
    838075816448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,482 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,482 miles
    Test number
    734860794411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,479 miles (+5,615)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,479 miles
    Test number
    947297891231
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass70,864 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,864 miles
    Test number
    484671667645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail70,805 miles (+5,769)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,805 miles
    Test number
    574384957053
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass65,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    889209565923
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak on rear

  14. Fail65,036 miles (+5,584)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    301020079510
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak on rear

  15. Pass59,452 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,452 miles
    Test number
    288470585009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail59,450 miles (+5,086)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,450 miles
    Test number
    158519075061
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass54,364 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,364 miles
    Test number
    418747174096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,025 miles (+5,500)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,025 miles
    Test number
    828718473057
    • 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

  19. Pass43,525 miles (+14,344)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,525 miles
    Test number
    738950582047
    • 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

  20. Pass29,181 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,181 miles
    Test number
    136757881020
    • NoteBonnet catch siezed
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  21. Fail29,181 miles (+5,187)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,181 miles
    Test number
    559567081059
    • FailureNearside Rear 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 tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBonnet catch siezed
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  22. Pass23,994 miles (+7,591)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,994 miles
    Test number
    483561780044
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass16,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,403 miles
    Test number
    843866408382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VRM

Does LR55 VRM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VRM expired on 10 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VRM?
The MOT on LR55 VRM expired on 10 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VRM done?
LR55 VRM was recorded at 111,869 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2023, an average of 6,427 miles a year.
Has LR55 VRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VRM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 VRM 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 VRM find?
LR55 VRM passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides.

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