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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 YYGMOT history

LR55 YYG is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 144,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

LR55 YYG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
144,172 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 YYG
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
17 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 YYG was last recorded at 144,172 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,172 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,172 miles
  • 2025 – 137,545 miles
  • 2023 – 135,226 miles
  • 2021 – 132,589 miles
  • 2020 – 128,651 miles
  • 2019 – 123,378 miles
  • 2018 – 119,431 miles
  • 2017 – 113,524 miles
  • 2016 – 110,397 miles
  • 2015 – 103,097 miles
  • 2014 – 93,617 miles
  • 2013 – 78,971 miles
  • 2012 – 66,883 miles
  • 2011 – 56,864 miles
  • 2010 – 44,939 miles
  • 2009 – 31,071 miles
  • 2008 – 17,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,172 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBonnet cover insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,172 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    144,172 miles
    Test number
    797930134465
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet cover insecure

  2. Fail144,172 miles (+6,627)2 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,172 miles
    Test number
    481118271027
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205.55.16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205.55.16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet cover insecure

  3. Pass137,545 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    137,545 miles
    Test number
    643905032356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail137,545 miles (+2,319)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,545 miles
    Test number
    837341782393
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass135,226 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,226 miles
    Test number
    252855702659
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail135,225 miles (+2,636)1 dangerous5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,225 miles
    Test number
    848903378200
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass132,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,589 miles
    Test number
    128941041318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,589 miles (+3,938)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,589 miles
    Test number
    457604444114
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass128,651 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,651 miles
    Test number
    841803861175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,378 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,378 miles
    Test number
    198317325135
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Fail123,378 miles (+3,947)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,378 miles
    Test number
    485641582450
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Offside and nearside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass119,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,431 miles
    Test number
    619415213321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail119,431 miles (+5,907)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,431 miles
    Test number
    739556626933
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass113,524 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,524 miles
    Test number
    777188859783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,397 miles (+7,300)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    110,397 miles
    Test number
    475279953663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,097 miles (+9,480)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    103,097 miles
    Test number
    619437442761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,617 miles (+14,646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,617 miles
    Test number
    536489304336
    • 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)

  18. Pass78,971 miles (+12,088)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,971 miles
    Test number
    846877813327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass66,883 miles (+10,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,883 miles
    Test number
    137364512378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass56,864 miles (+11,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,864 miles
    Test number
    218832311366
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass44,939 miles (+13,868)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,939 miles
    Test number
    440925410377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,071 miles (+13,197)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    31,071 miles
    Test number
    522988919346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    17,874 miles
    Test number
    973002418354
    • 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)

Questions about LR55 YYG

Does LR55 YYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 YYG is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 YYG?
The MOT on LR55 YYG is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 YYG done?
LR55 YYG was recorded at 144,172 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 7,188 miles a year.
Has LR55 YYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 YYG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 YYG 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 YYG find?
LR55 YYG passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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