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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LR55 XMWMOT history

LR55 XMW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

LR55 XMW blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
75,706 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 XMW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 XMW was last recorded at 75,706 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 8,987 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,719 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,987 miles
Average per year
4,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,706 miles
  • 2025 – 66,719 miles
  • 2023 – 61,565 miles
  • 2022 – 61,136 miles
  • 2021 – 59,331 miles
  • 2020 – 58,039 miles
  • 2019 – 55,984 miles
  • 2018 – 50,609 miles
  • 2017 – 46,164 miles
  • 2016 – 42,760 miles
  • 2015 – 36,626 miles
  • 2014 – 30,518 miles
  • 2013 – 26,131 miles
  • 2012 – 20,222 miles
  • 2011 – 15,328 miles
  • 2010 – 9,738 miles
  • 2009 – 6,742 miles
  • 2008 – 4,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front inner brake pads are worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine light is on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    75,706 miles
    Test number
    483984706209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail75,706 miles (+8,987)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,706 miles
    Test number
    483423974363
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass66,719 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    66,719 miles
    Test number
    894837930005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail66,675 miles (+5,110)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,675 miles
    Test number
    942988489382
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass61,565 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,565 miles
    Test number
    330792606479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,136 miles (+295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    61,136 miles
    Test number
    174592030452
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are worn

  7. Pass60,841 miles (+1,510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,841 miles
    Test number
    393635571972
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades

  8. Pass59,331 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    59,331 miles
    Test number
    338977151239
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail59,316 miles (+1,277)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    733725620841
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are worn

  10. Pass58,039 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    58,039 miles
    Test number
    564272771122
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads are worn

  11. Fail58,037 miles (+2,053)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,037 miles
    Test number
    600568075870
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads are worn

  12. Pass55,984 miles (+5,375)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,984 miles
    Test number
    815223956607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,609 miles (+4,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,609 miles
    Test number
    802495328133
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass46,164 miles (+3,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,164 miles
    Test number
    407688480380
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on

  15. Pass42,760 miles (+6,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,760 miles
    Test number
    447322127534
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on

  16. Pass36,626 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,626 miles
    Test number
    563537012048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,625 miles (+6,107)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,625 miles
    Test number
    220869109919
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass30,518 miles (+4,387)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,518 miles
    Test number
    957517464291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    26,131 miles
    Test number
    406189283209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,131 miles (+5,909)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,131 miles
    Test number
    106039183254
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads are worn

  21. Pass20,222 miles (+4,894)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    20,222 miles
    Test number
    287500092245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,328 miles (+5,590)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    15,328 miles
    Test number
    796715181221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,738 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    9,738 miles
    Test number
    381846780485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,742 miles (+2,457)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    6,742 miles
    Test number
    603429089221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,285 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    4,285 miles
    Test number
    152069088210
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a chip in sidewall

Questions about LR55 XMW

Does LR55 XMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 XMW is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 XMW?
The MOT on LR55 XMW is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 XMW done?
LR55 XMW was recorded at 75,706 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 4,033 miles a year.
Has LR55 XMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 XMW has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 XMW 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 XMW find?
LR55 XMW passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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