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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LS05 RPXMOT history

LS05 RPX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

LS05 RPX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,994 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 RPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 RPX was last recorded at 111,994 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,672 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
322 miles
Average per year
5,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,994 miles
  • 2024 – 105,152 miles
  • 2023 – 101,395 miles
  • 2022 – 92,954 miles
  • 2021 – 87,843 miles
  • 2019 – 86,141 miles
  • 2018 – 83,667 miles
  • 2017 – 80,508 miles
  • 2016 – 75,749 miles
  • 2015 – 70,138 miles
  • 2014 – 64,489 miles
  • 2013 – 54,288 miles
  • 2012 – 49,051 miles
  • 2011 – 42,807 miles
  • 2010 – 33,699 miles
  • 2009 – 27,742 miles
  • 2008 – 20,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,994 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front disc backing plate damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front discs backing plate damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,994 miles (+322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,994 miles
    Test number
    190613379793
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail111,672 miles (+6,520)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,672 miles
    Test number
    113348323956
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass105,152 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,152 miles
    Test number
    665082264713
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail105,148 miles (+3,753)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,148 miles
    Test number
    394563990060
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass101,395 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,395 miles
    Test number
    631680964722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,386 miles (+3,683)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,386 miles
    Test number
    823625877187
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  7. Pass97,703 miles (+4,749)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    439054639562
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass92,954 miles (+5,111)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    590137509870
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  9. Pass87,843 miles (+1,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,843 miles
    Test number
    941052373507
    • AdvisoryBrake back plate corroded on both fronts
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on all 4 brake discs
  10. Pass86,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,141 miles
    Test number
    422956113340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc backing plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front discs backing plate damaged
  11. Fail86,141 miles (+2,474)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,141 miles
    Test number
    612758274060
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc backing plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front discs backing plate damaged
  12. Pass83,667 miles (+3,159)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    630538343809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
  13. Pass80,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,508 miles
    Test number
    608061631513
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake binding slightly
  14. Fail80,508 miles (+4,759)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,508 miles
    Test number
    491901473585
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH on insides at rim bead (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH very close to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake binding slightly
  15. Pass75,749 miles (+5,611)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,749 miles
    Test number
    424765006217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,138 miles (+5,649)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,138 miles
    Test number
    286022745419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,489 miles
    Test number
    437351944178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,489 miles (+10,201)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,489 miles
    Test number
    226980544114
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass54,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,288 miles
    Test number
    145489423196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,288 miles (+5,237)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,288 miles
    Test number
    389209423169
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass49,051 miles (+6,244)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,051 miles
    Test number
    248787032461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,807 miles (+9,108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,807 miles
    Test number
    738005821114
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)
    • 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)
  23. Pass33,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,699 miles
    Test number
    373820540185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,699 miles (+5,957)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,699 miles
    Test number
    201950540466
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  25. Pass27,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,742 miles
    Test number
    254584839440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,742 miles (+7,427)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,742 miles
    Test number
    200094239120
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass20,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,315 miles
    Test number
    704873838103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 RPX

Does LS05 RPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 RPX is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 RPX?
The MOT on LS05 RPX is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 RPX done?
LS05 RPX was recorded at 111,994 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 5,205 miles a year.
Has LS05 RPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 RPX has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS05 RPX 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 RPX find?
LS05 RPX passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower.

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