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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LR55 ZBYMOT history

LR55 ZBY is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 149,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

LR55 ZBY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2023
Mileage
149,310 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 ZBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 ZBY was last recorded at 149,310 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 13,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,370 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
13,940 miles
Average per year
8,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 149,310 miles
  • 2021 – 135,370 miles
  • 2020 – 122,565 miles
  • 2019 – 104,751 miles
  • 2018 – 98,136 miles
  • 2015 – 97,704 miles
  • 2014 – 89,902 miles
  • 2012 – 71,982 miles
  • 2011 – 64,164 miles
  • 2010 – 53,376 miles
  • 2009 – 43,177 miles
  • 2008 – 34,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise engine warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise n/s outer driveshaft boot deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,310 miles
    Test number
    868562530623
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail149,310 miles (+13,940)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,310 miles
    Test number
    289338116490
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass135,370 miles (+73)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,370 miles
    Test number
    210684442320
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine warning light on
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s outer driveshaft boot deteriorating
  4. Fail135,297 miles (+12,732)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,297 miles
    Test number
    835397031737
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine warning light on
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s outer driveshaft boot deteriorating
  5. Pass122,565 miles (+17,814)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,565 miles
    Test number
    902957075822
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WORN ON INSIDE EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass104,751 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,751 miles
    Test number
    309259315564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,136 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    98,136 miles
    Test number
    705355898767
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail98,136 miles (+432)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,136 miles
    Test number
    653955618987
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass97,704 miles (+7,802)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,704 miles
    Test number
    543935980639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,902 miles (+17,920)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    89,902 miles
    Test number
    585501364155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,982 miles (+7,818)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,982 miles
    Test number
    585415352338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,164 miles (+10,788)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,164 miles
    Test number
    236215851375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,376 miles (+10,199)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    53,376 miles
    Test number
    721104650305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,177 miles (+8,883)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,177 miles
    Test number
    991903619328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,294 miles
    Test number
    591174298279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 ZBY

Does LR55 ZBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 ZBY expired on 12 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 ZBY?
The MOT on LR55 ZBY expired on 12 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 ZBY done?
LR55 ZBY was recorded at 149,310 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 8,140 miles a year.
Has LR55 ZBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 ZBY has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 ZBY 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 ZBY find?
LR55 ZBY passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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