
Volkswagen Golf
Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc
LR55 YZLMOT history
LR55 YZL is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 137,031 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 8 Feb 2025
- Mileage
- 137,031 mi
- At MOT on 5 Feb 2024
- MOT tests
- 22
- 16 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 5,380 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR55 YZL
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 22 Nov 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 5 Feb 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR55 YZL was last recorded at 137,031 miles on 5 Feb 2024, 7,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 129,429 miles · 6 Feb 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 7,602 miles
- Average per year
- 5,380 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 137,031 miles
- 2023 – 129,429 miles
- 2022 – 124,503 miles
- 2021 – 119,995 miles
- 2020 – 116,717 miles
- 2019 – 108,904 miles
- 2018 – 105,140 miles
- 2017 – 98,457 miles
- 2016 – 92,071 miles
- 2015 – 90,510 miles
- 2014 – 87,251 miles
- 2013 – 83,118 miles
- 2012 – 77,796 miles
- 2010 – 71,269 miles
- 2009 – 67,010 miles
- 2008 – 55,321 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
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.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2019
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014
Full MOT history
22 tests since 28 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass137,031 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 137,031 miles
- Test number
- 843678496298
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail137,030 miles (+7,601)1 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,030 miles
- Test number
- 335957844129
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass129,429 miles (+4,926)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 129,429 miles
- Test number
- 115823253996
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass124,503 miles (+4,508)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 124,503 miles
- Test number
- 790828483856
- AdvisoryLighting switch deteriorated
Pass119,995 miles (+3,278)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 119,995 miles
- Test number
- 513522710660
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Pass116,717 miles (+7,813)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 116,717 miles
- Test number
- 992430609211
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass108,904 miles (+16)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 108,904 miles
- Test number
- 411742398636
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Fail108,888 miles (+3,748)2 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,888 miles
- Test number
- 963276470299
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Pass105,140 miles (+6,683)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 105,140 miles
- Test number
- 563787205698
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass98,457 miles (+6,386)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 98,457 miles
- Test number
- 849052783761
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish/crack
Pass92,071 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 92,071 miles
- Test number
- 702536875065
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail92,071 miles (+1,561)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,071 miles
- Test number
- 960769233696
- Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass90,510 miles (+3,259)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 90,510 miles
- Test number
- 369181615110
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,251 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 87,251 miles
- Test number
- 988776184080
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail87,251 miles (+4,133)5 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,251 miles
- Test number
- 979386984018
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBoth front wiper rubber slightly smearing
Pass83,118 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 83,118 miles
- Test number
- 946249803131
- NoteFront tyres tread getting low
Fail83,118 miles (+5,322)2 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,118 miles
- Test number
- 666488903196
- FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- NoteFront tyres tread getting low
Pass77,796 miles (+6,527)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 77,796 miles
- Test number
- 295796012100
- AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Pass71,269 miles (+4,259)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 71,269 miles
- Test number
- 681510230309
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail67,010 miles3 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,010 miles
- Test number
- 293797129371
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass67,010 miles (+11,689)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 67,010 miles
- Test number
- 413667529454
- AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass55,321 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 55,321 miles
- Test number
- 213403438307
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Questions about LR55 YZL
- Does LR55 YZL currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LR55 YZL expired on 8 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LR55 YZL?
- The MOT on LR55 YZL expired on 8 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LR55 YZL done?
- LR55 YZL was recorded at 137,031 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2024, an average of 5,380 miles a year.
- Has LR55 YZL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR55 YZL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
- Has the mileage on LR55 YZL 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 YZL find?
- LR55 YZL passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.
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