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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 XVLMOT history

LR55 XVL is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 151,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LR55 XVL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
151,048 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 XVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 XVL was last recorded at 151,048 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 6,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,836 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,212 miles
Average per year
7,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,048 miles
  • 2025 – 144,836 miles
  • 2024 – 144,800 miles
  • 2023 – 138,913 miles
  • 2022 – 131,628 miles
  • 2021 – 123,500 miles
  • 2020 – 117,024 miles
  • 2019 – 112,258 miles
  • 2018 – 106,568 miles
  • 2017 – 98,237 miles
  • 2016 – 91,016 miles
  • 2015 – 81,165 miles
  • 2014 – 74,977 miles
  • 2013 – 66,537 miles
  • 2012 – 57,204 miles
  • 2011 – 51,641 miles
  • 2009 – 36,518 miles
  • 2008 – 20,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,048 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trail arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,048 miles (+6,212)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    151,048 miles
    Test number
    138790055431
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trail arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,836 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    144,836 miles
    Test number
    514685323366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,800 miles (+5,887)1 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,800 miles
    Test number
    763853973720
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs are worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,913 miles (+7,285)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    138,913 miles
    Test number
    903065396890
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Beginning to split. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Guide fractured but still in place. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bushing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bushing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded.
    • AdvisorySills replaced, heavily undersealed.

  5. Pass131,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    131,628 miles
    Test number
    422665971356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear at the rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail131,628 miles (+8,128)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,628 miles
    Test number
    793816842574
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear at the rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass123,500 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    123,500 miles
    Test number
    894023841850
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail123,480 miles (+6,456)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,480 miles
    Test number
    558966768716
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass117,024 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,024 miles
    Test number
    149832981803
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail117,000 miles (+4,742)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,000 miles
    Test number
    708098268844
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass112,258 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,258 miles
    Test number
    764289293585
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door & nearside wing damaged but still able to be opened and closed door

  12. Fail112,246 miles (+5,678)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,246 miles
    Test number
    985798692276
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door & nearside wing damaged but still able to be opened and closed door
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass106,568 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,568 miles
    Test number
    451588873270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,562 miles (+8,325)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,562 miles
    Test number
    503760548910
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass98,237 miles (+7,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    978535182053
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres scrubbed on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre scrubbed on inner edge

  16. Pass91,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,016 miles
    Test number
    732801568895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail91,016 miles (+9,851)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,016 miles
    Test number
    705178219343
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass81,165 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,165 miles
    Test number
    247601015253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail81,165 miles (+6,188)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,165 miles
    Test number
    755055905227
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass74,977 miles (+8,440)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,977 miles
    Test number
    367486004480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,537 miles
    Test number
    598687903274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,537 miles (+9,333)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,537 miles
    Test number
    897387903202
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass57,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,204 miles
    Test number
    397191802299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail57,204 miles (+5,563)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,204 miles
    Test number
    719089392169
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass51,641 miles (+10,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    51,641 miles
    Test number
    949992791236
    • 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)

  26. Pass40,760 miles (+4,242)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    40,760 miles
    Test number
    468843211087
    • NoteN/s rear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteO/s rear brake pads wearing low

  27. Pass36,518 miles (+208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,518 miles
    Test number
    861161529373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail36,310 miles (+15,563)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,310 miles
    Test number
    714244919344
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass20,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,747 miles
    Test number
    124638918369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LR55 XVL

Does LR55 XVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 XVL is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 XVL?
The MOT on LR55 XVL is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 XVL done?
LR55 XVL was recorded at 151,048 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 7,597 miles a year.
Has LR55 XVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 XVL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 XVL 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 XVL find?
LR55 XVL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe, and 5 more.

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