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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS05 CAEMOT history

LS05 CAE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 94,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LS05 CAE blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
94,064 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 CAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 CAE was last recorded at 94,064 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,057 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,064 miles
  • 2025 – 85,638 miles
  • 2024 – 76,497 miles
  • 2023 – 67,782 miles
  • 2022 – 58,217 miles
  • 2021 – 49,192 miles
  • 2020 – 44,235 miles
  • 2019 – 43,487 miles
  • 2018 – 43,055 miles
  • 2017 – 41,574 miles
  • 2016 – 40,043 miles
  • 2015 – 39,049 miles
  • 2014 – 38,154 miles
  • 2013 – 33,557 miles
  • 2012 – 28,753 miles
  • 2011 – 24,445 miles
  • 2010 – 18,885 miles
  • 2009 – 14,788 miles
  • 2008 – 11,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,064 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged / crackedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill distorted / damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,064 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    94,064 miles
    Test number
    688678440915
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged / cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill distorted / damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail94,057 miles (+8,419)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,057 miles
    Test number
    537051018264
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords shoulder / sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box seam split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged / cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass85,638 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    85,638 miles
    Test number
    387116255747
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail85,635 miles (+9,138)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,635 miles
    Test number
    344233039115
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,497 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    544960043438
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail76,342 miles (+8,560)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,342 miles
    Test number
    397648335051
    • MajorBumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted front bumper (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,782 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,782 miles
    Test number
    140576451261
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower 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 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts have slight movement

  8. Fail67,778 miles (+9,561)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,778 miles
    Test number
    376717835289
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower 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 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts have slight movement

  9. Pass58,217 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    58,217 miles
    Test number
    374463328350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail58,200 miles (+9,008)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,200 miles
    Test number
    352172296452
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass49,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,192 miles
    Test number
    218997288552
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail49,192 miles (+4,957)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,192 miles
    Test number
    218189747874
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass44,235 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    44,235 miles
    Test number
    793116046793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,487 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,487 miles
    Test number
    199681165428
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Fail43,487 miles (+432)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,487 miles
    Test number
    283101627309
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass43,055 miles (+1,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,055 miles
    Test number
    623809166289
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill is damaged

  17. Pass41,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,574 miles
    Test number
    171519816225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,574 miles (+1,531)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,574 miles
    Test number
    984223922863
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass40,043 miles (+994)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    40,043 miles
    Test number
    974110163097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,049 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,049 miles
    Test number
    529980195103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,154 miles (+4,597)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,154 miles
    Test number
    888182504275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,557 miles (+4,804)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,557 miles
    Test number
    917850903107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,753 miles (+4,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,753 miles
    Test number
    455044402156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass24,445 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,445 miles
    Test number
    636288101108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,885 miles
    Test number
    351250910109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail18,885 miles (+4,097)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,885 miles
    Test number
    970336100188
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass14,788 miles (+3,482)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,788 miles
    Test number
    582880319185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail11,306 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,306 miles
    Test number
    470612118130
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass11,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    11,306 miles
    Test number
    910452418178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 CAE

Does LS05 CAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 CAE is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 CAE?
The MOT on LS05 CAE is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 CAE done?
LS05 CAE was recorded at 94,064 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,534 miles a year.
Has LS05 CAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 CAE has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 CAE 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 LS05 CAE find?
LS05 CAE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front bumper damaged / cracked; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner shoulder, and 2 more.

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