
Volkswagen Golf
Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc
LR55 WUWMOT history
LR55 WUW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 192,439 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 22 Dec 2024
- Mileage
- 192,439 mi
- At MOT on 2 Dec 2024
- MOT tests
- 24
- 13 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 9,115 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR55 WUW
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,984 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 18 Nov 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Dec 2024 (Fail)
Mileage history
LR55 WUW was last recorded at 192,439 miles on 2 Dec 2024, 7,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 185,299 miles · 18 Dec 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 7,140 miles
- Average per year
- 9,115 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 192,439 miles
- 2023 – 185,299 miles
- 2022 – 174,125 miles
- 2021 – 162,884 miles
- 2020 – 141,918 miles
- 2019 – 132,793 miles
- 2018 – 123,350 miles
- 2014 – 75,561 miles
- 2013 – 64,516 miles
- 2012 – 57,786 miles
- 2011 – 53,904 miles
- 2010 – 50,428 miles
- 2009 – 46,661 miles
- 2008 – 46,230 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LCA rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LCA rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNSF & OSF wing damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014
Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
24 tests since 17 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail192,439 miles (+7,140)7 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 192,439 miles
- Test number
- 457036445994
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LCA rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LCA rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNSF & OSF wing damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass185,299 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 185,299 miles
- Test number
- 117427208680
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail185,299 miles (+11,174)7 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,299 miles
- Test number
- 903022564652
- MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass174,125 miles (+1)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 174,125 miles
- Test number
- 937383323292
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
Fail174,124 miles (+11,240)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 174,124 miles
- Test number
- 646838537574
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on edge and worn to limit (1.8mm) (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyre's wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass162,884 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 162,884 miles
- Test number
- 292001209357
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn low 2.6mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail162,883 miles (+20,965)3 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,883 miles
- Test number
- 939222200470
- MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn low 2.6mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass141,918 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 141,918 miles
- Test number
- 634774827400
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail141,918 miles (+9,125)2 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,918 miles
- Test number
- 807704391258
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass132,793 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 132,793 miles
- Test number
- 653074270868
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail132,793 miles (+9,443)5 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,793 miles
- Test number
- 357143392258
- Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel both low on effort (1.3.1 (a) (i))
Pass123,350 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 123,350 miles
- Test number
- 825993631886
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes worn/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting and Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber corroded
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail123,350 miles (+47,789)8 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,350 miles
- Test number
- 283710510843
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel Parking brake (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak Exhaust back box (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorFront Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Both front (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes worn/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting and Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber corroded
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass75,561 miles (+34)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 75,561 miles
- Test number
- 719412474201
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
Fail75,527 miles (+11,011)3 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,527 miles
- Test number
- 585689264283
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
Pass64,516 miles (+6,730)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 64,516 miles
- Test number
- 385326003491
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,786 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 57,786 miles
- Test number
- 167855182124
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail57,786 miles (+3,882)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,786 miles
- Test number
- 208835982470
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass53,904 miles (+3,476)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2012
- Odometer
- 53,904 miles
- Test number
- 949471931159
- AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
Pass50,428 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 50,428 miles
- Test number
- 704400710184
- AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail50,428 miles (+3,767)3 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,428 miles
- Test number
- 763700310155
- Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass46,661 miles (+431)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 46,661 miles
- Test number
- 640662619123
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass46,230 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 46,230 miles
- Test number
- 852642928365
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail46,230 miles3 failures1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,230 miles
- Test number
- 931292928359
- 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)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Questions about LR55 WUW
- Does LR55 WUW currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LR55 WUW expired on 22 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LR55 WUW?
- The MOT on LR55 WUW expired on 22 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LR55 WUW done?
- LR55 WUW was recorded at 192,439 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2024, an average of 9,115 miles a year.
- Has LR55 WUW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR55 WUW has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
- Has the mileage on LR55 WUW 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 WUW find?
- LR55 WUW failed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2024 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lca rear bush; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, and 12 more.
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