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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LR55 VUVMOT history

LR55 VUV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 127,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LR55 VUV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2025
Mileage
127,881 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 VUV was last recorded at 127,881 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 4,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,012 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,869 miles
Average per year
6,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,881 miles
  • 2024 – 123,012 miles
  • 2023 – 117,100 miles
  • 2022 – 110,662 miles
  • 2021 – 102,306 miles
  • 2020 – 93,160 miles
  • 2019 – 87,269 miles
  • 2018 – 69,629 miles
  • 2017 – 54,142 miles
  • 2015 – 49,160 miles
  • 2014 – 39,721 miles
  • 2012 – 34,999 miles
  • 2011 – 27,308 miles
  • 2010 – 20,680 miles
  • 2009 – 13,996 miles
  • 2008 – 13,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,881 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,881 miles (+4,869)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,881 miles
    Test number
    363844354626
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,012 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    123,012 miles
    Test number
    312836907108
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  3. Fail123,012 miles (+5,912)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,012 miles
    Test number
    694654984397
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass117,100 miles (+6,438)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,100 miles
    Test number
    374455012155
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass110,662 miles (+8,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,662 miles
    Test number
    624834591134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass102,306 miles (+9,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,306 miles
    Test number
    217745422631
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass93,160 miles (+5,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,160 miles
    Test number
    152347346926
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass87,269 miles (+7,028)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,269 miles
    Test number
    695989739124
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass80,241 miles (+10,612)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,241 miles
    Test number
    129409132933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,629 miles
    Test number
    363423925531
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  11. Fail69,629 miles (+15,487)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,629 miles
    Test number
    748394339088
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  12. Pass54,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,142 miles
    Test number
    597782141914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,142 miles (+4,982)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,142 miles
    Test number
    994043434538
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass49,160 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,160 miles
    Test number
    935147136449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,684 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,684 miles
    Test number
    196254315468
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail44,684 miles (+4,963)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,684 miles
    Test number
    247834415024
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass39,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,721 miles
    Test number
    365201424094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,721 miles (+4,722)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,721 miles
    Test number
    517271624074
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront wipers

  19. Pass34,999 miles (+7,691)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,999 miles
    Test number
    898752352306
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Fail27,308 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,308 miles
    Test number
    756197051379
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres and offside rear outer tyre treads cracked all the way around them.

  21. Pass27,308 miles (+6,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,308 miles
    Test number
    867497551389
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres and offside rear outer tyre treads cracked all the way around them.

  22. Pass20,680 miles (+6,684)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    20,680 miles
    Test number
    442435240301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,996 miles (+684)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,996 miles
    Test number
    350977809358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    13,312 miles
    Test number
    903754028354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VUV

Does LR55 VUV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VUV expired on 20 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VUV?
The MOT on LR55 VUV expired on 20 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VUV done?
LR55 VUV was recorded at 127,881 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 6,740 miles a year.
Has LR55 VUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VUV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 VUV 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 VUV find?
LR55 VUV failed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp aim too far to the right; nearside headlamp insecure; offside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 8 more.

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