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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 XWHMOT history

LR55 XWH is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 164,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2024.

LR55 XWH grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2024
Mileage
164,936 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 XWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 XWH was last recorded at 164,936 miles on 18 Oct 2024, 11,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,841 miles · 28 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
11,095 miles
Average per year
6,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 164,936 miles
  • 2023 – 153,841 miles
  • 2022 – 141,310 miles
  • 2020 – 135,173 miles
  • 2019 – 132,616 miles
  • 2018 – 129,361 miles
  • 2017 – 125,241 miles
  • 2016 – 119,961 miles
  • 2015 – 114,411 miles
  • 2014 – 107,890 miles
  • 2013 – 100,327 miles
  • 2012 – 93,385 miles
  • 2011 – 87,472 miles
  • 2010 – 84,582 miles
  • 2009 – 78,690 miles
  • 2008 – 59,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,936 miles
  • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousDrive belt so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousSubframe mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Gearbox mounting defective

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,936 miles (+11,095)3 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,936 miles
    Test number
    821635867101
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousDrive belt so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousSubframe mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Gearbox mounting defective

  2. Pass153,841 miles (+12,531)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    153,841 miles
    Test number
    940858060394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass141,310 miles (+6,137)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    141,310 miles
    Test number
    990375908798
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,173 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,173 miles
    Test number
    715054352888
    • AdvisoryFront BOTH HEAD LAMPS MISTY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail135,173 miles (+2,557)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,173 miles
    Test number
    340488158832
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront BOTH HEAD LAMPS MISTY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass132,616 miles (+3,255)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,616 miles
    Test number
    456863604679
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine noise alternator belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass129,361 miles (+4,120)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    129,361 miles
    Test number
    951647624679
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFan belt noisy
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass125,241 miles (+5,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,241 miles
    Test number
    852886338962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass119,961 miles (+5,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,961 miles
    Test number
    673761391502
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass114,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    114,411 miles
    Test number
    378615582597
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail114,411 miles (+6,521)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,411 miles
    Test number
    915935909758
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass107,890 miles (+7,563)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    107,890 miles
    Test number
    738186344330
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear wiper blade smearing.
    • NoteWiper blades smearing slightly.

  13. Pass100,327 miles1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    100,327 miles
    Test number
    806163843328
    • DangerousNearside and offside front tyres devoid of tread on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail100,327 miles (+6,942)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,327 miles
    Test number
    478953343499
    • DangerousNearside and offside front tyres devoid of tread on inner edges.
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass93,385 miles (+5,913)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    93,385 miles
    Test number
    656322742335
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass87,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    87,472 miles
    Test number
    647932341339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,472 miles (+2,890)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,472 miles
    Test number
    718662641379
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass84,582 miles (+5,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    84,582 miles
    Test number
    211682840376
    • 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)

  19. Pass78,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    78,690 miles
    Test number
    951063049302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,690 miles (+18,781)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,690 miles
    Test number
    444073449405
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass59,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,909 miles
    Test number
    462233038344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 XWH

Does LR55 XWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 XWH expired on 4 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 XWH?
The MOT on LR55 XWH expired on 4 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 XWH done?
LR55 XWH was recorded at 164,936 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2024, an average of 6,611 miles a year.
Has LR55 XWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 XWH has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 XWH 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 XWH find?
LR55 XWH failed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 3 advisories: bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently; drive belt so worn it is likely to fail; subframe mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected, and 11 more.

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