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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR55 YYVMOT history

LR55 YYV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 201,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2022.

LR55 YYV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2023
Mileage
201,096 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 YYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 YYV was last recorded at 201,096 miles on 21 Nov 2022, 5,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,898 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5,198 miles
Average per year
12,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 201,096 miles
  • 2021 – 195,898 miles
  • 2020 – 191,220 miles
  • 2019 – 187,335 miles
  • 2018 – 182,286 miles
  • 2017 – 176,127 miles
  • 2016 – 159,029 miles
  • 2015 – 139,570 miles
  • 2014 – 123,822 miles
  • 2013 – 103,980 miles
  • 2012 – 81,902 miles
  • 2011 – 59,977 miles
  • 2010 – 33,757 miles
  • 2009 – 23,776 miles
  • 2008 – 17,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,096 miles
  • AdvisoryVarious body damageRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,096 miles (+5,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    201,096 miles
    Test number
    826590946542
    • AdvisoryVarious body damage
  2. Pass195,898 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    195,898 miles
    Test number
    262923624329
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious body damage
  3. Fail195,893 miles (+4,673)2 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,893 miles
    Test number
    256095361991
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Braking system leaking around caliper (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer side lights not working
    • AdvisoryVarious body damage
  4. Pass191,220 miles (+3,885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    191,220 miles
    Test number
    542425257532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll upper linkage gaiter deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass187,335 miles (+47)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    187,335 miles
    Test number
    560123681411
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  6. Fail187,288 miles (+5,002)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,288 miles
    Test number
    964308793832
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  7. Pass182,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    182,286 miles
    Test number
    481442992399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail182,286 miles (+6,159)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,286 miles
    Test number
    952263461381
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  9. Pass176,127 miles (+17,098)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    176,127 miles
    Test number
    202279721987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass159,029 miles (+19,459)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    159,029 miles
    Test number
    199402339844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass139,570 miles (+15,748)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    139,570 miles
    Test number
    579878875530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,822 miles (+8,024)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    123,822 miles
    Test number
    516595424368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    115,798 miles
    Test number
    257713644465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,798 miles (+11,818)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,798 miles
    Test number
    185713244108
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  15. Pass103,980 miles (+22,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,980 miles
    Test number
    485044323333
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass81,902 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,902 miles
    Test number
    448996522463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  17. Fail81,805 miles (+21,828)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    497315222485
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  18. Fail59,977 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    678457021341
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  19. Pass59,977 miles (+26,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    835287621334
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  20. Pass33,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,757 miles
    Test number
    562427320304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,757 miles (+9,981)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,757 miles
    Test number
    710427620386
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  22. Pass23,776 miles (+6,092)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,776 miles
    Test number
    360779329321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,684 miles
    Test number
    331993868462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 YYV

Does LR55 YYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 YYV expired on 25 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 YYV?
The MOT on LR55 YYV expired on 25 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 YYV done?
LR55 YYV was recorded at 201,096 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2022, an average of 12,943 miles a year.
Has LR55 YYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 YYV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 YYV 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 YYV find?
LR55 YYV passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: various body damage.

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