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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LS05 RXDMOT history

LS05 RXD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 135,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2025.

LS05 RXD grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2026
Mileage
135,893 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 RXD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 RXD was last recorded at 135,893 miles on 25 Feb 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,887 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,893 miles
  • 2024 – 132,460 miles
  • 2022 – 122,218 miles
  • 2021 – 113,847 miles
  • 2020 – 99,799 miles
  • 2019 – 75,062 miles
  • 2018 – 56,375 miles
  • 2017 – 50,501 miles
  • 2016 – 47,845 miles
  • 2015 – 45,212 miles
  • 2014 – 42,312 miles
  • 2013 – 39,304 miles
  • 2012 – 36,400 miles
  • 2011 – 34,437 miles
  • 2010 – 31,508 miles
  • 2009 – 28,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,893 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear side wall worn heavily

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,893 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,893 miles
    Test number
    863351674461
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,887 miles (+14)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,887 miles
    Test number
    946086345799
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail135,873 miles (+17)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,873 miles
    Test number
    767514610380
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted brake disc to small for pads (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted brake discs to small for pads (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear pads clip incorrectly fitted

  4. Fail135,856 miles (+3,396)3 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,856 miles
    Test number
    726072327280
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system flexy hose to caliper joint leaking (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall damaged cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail132,460 miles (+4,210)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,460 miles
    Test number
    225060696730
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass128,250 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,250 miles
    Test number
    758042131104
    • 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))

  7. Fail128,239 miles (+6,021)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,239 miles
    Test number
    593965258989
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass122,218 miles (+8,371)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    122,218 miles
    Test number
    389582086287
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass113,847 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,847 miles
    Test number
    163874436815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail113,844 miles (+14,045)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,844 miles
    Test number
    176577987908
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass99,799 miles (+24,737)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    99,799 miles
    Test number
    790156336871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass75,062 miles (+18,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,062 miles
    Test number
    368886601330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass56,375 miles (+5,874)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,375 miles
    Test number
    845478492072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,501 miles (+2,656)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,501 miles
    Test number
    725242176307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,845 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    47,845 miles
    Test number
    338127193106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear side wall worn heavily
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail47,825 miles (+2,613)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,825 miles
    Test number
    859644822365
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear side wall worn heavily

  17. Pass45,212 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,212 miles
    Test number
    317825075114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,181 miles (+2,869)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,181 miles
    Test number
    299303875103
    • FailureInner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE PERISHING BETWEEN TREAD

  19. Pass42,312 miles (+3,008)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,312 miles
    Test number
    496520574167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,304 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,304 miles
    Test number
    888507073101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,400 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,400 miles
    Test number
    489095332157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,437 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,437 miles
    Test number
    525982161182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,508 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,508 miles
    Test number
    220565760458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,988 miles
    Test number
    584264859122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 RXD

Does LS05 RXD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 RXD expired on 24 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 RXD?
The MOT on LS05 RXD expired on 24 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 RXD done?
LS05 RXD was recorded at 135,893 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2025, an average of 6,796 miles a year.
Has LS05 RXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 RXD has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LS05 RXD 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 RXD find?
LS05 RXD passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2025 with 4 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear lower gearbox mounting defective; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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