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Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LR55 XRLMOT history

LR55 XRL is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 237,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2025.

LR55 XRL red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2025
Mileage
237,446 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
12,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 XRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 XRL was last recorded at 237,446 miles on 10 Feb 2025, 28,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,419 miles · 7 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
28,027 miles
Average per year
12,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 237,446 miles
  • 2024 – 209,419 miles
  • 2023 – 192,409 miles
  • 2022 – 189,341 miles
  • 2021 – 185,495 miles
  • 2019 – 179,463 miles
  • 2018 – 168,858 miles
  • 2017 – 158,025 miles
  • 2016 – 151,320 miles
  • 2015 – 148,102 miles
  • 2014 – 145,087 miles
  • 2013 – 142,291 miles
  • 2012 – 134,554 miles
  • 2011 – 110,214 miles
  • 2010 – 87,091 miles
  • 2009 – 65,713 miles
  • 2008 – 40,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail237,446 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (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))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail237,446 miles (+28,027)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,446 miles
    Test number
    708322221140
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (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))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass209,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    209,419 miles
    Test number
    509097711432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    391603311498
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass192,409 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    192,409 miles
    Test number
    591778194906
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail192,405 miles (+7)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,405 miles
    Test number
    694128529192
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail192,398 miles (+3,057)9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,398 miles
    Test number
    379515970002
    • MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass189,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    189,341 miles
    Test number
    978757004014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail189,341 miles (+3,846)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,341 miles
    Test number
    838608089770
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass185,495 miles (+6,032)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    185,495 miles
    Test number
    981616149425
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass179,463 miles (+10,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,463 miles
    Test number
    353388300395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass168,858 miles (+10,632)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    168,858 miles
    Test number
    420286929291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass158,226 miles (+201)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    158,226 miles
    Test number
    131212730189
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail158,025 miles (+6,705)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,025 miles
    Test number
    101356606659
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass151,320 miles (+3,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    151,320 miles
    Test number
    742500022961
    • AdvisoryRubber flexi hoses starting to crack
    • AdvisorySlight bind front wheels

  15. Pass148,102 miles (+3,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    148,102 miles
    Test number
    629191014647
    • AdvisorySmoke reading just passed

  16. Pass145,087 miles (+2,796)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    145,087 miles
    Test number
    735245394255
    • NoteBoth rear brakes showing signs of overheating
    • NoteEmissions high but passed

  17. Pass142,291 miles (+7,737)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    142,291 miles
    Test number
    378319683206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass134,554 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    134,554 miles
    Test number
    535617782271
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail134,552 miles (+24,338)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,552 miles
    Test number
    487097382220
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass110,214 miles (+23,123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    110,214 miles
    Test number
    828021581256
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass87,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    87,091 miles
    Test number
    994749790217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail87,091 miles (+21,378)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,091 miles
    Test number
    304919590497
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass65,713 miles (+25,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    65,713 miles
    Test number
    944980509385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  24. Pass40,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,590 miles
    Test number
    461968188209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,590 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,590 miles
    Test number
    922888988237
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LR55 XRL

Does LR55 XRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 XRL expired on 6 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 XRL?
The MOT on LR55 XRL expired on 6 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 XRL done?
LR55 XRL was recorded at 237,446 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2025, an average of 12,058 miles a year.
Has LR55 XRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 XRL has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 XRL 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 XRL find?
LR55 XRL failed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2025 with 12 major defects and 1 advisory: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside front position lamp not working, and 10 more.

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