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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LS05 TLJMOT history

LS05 TLJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 179,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2022.

LS05 TLJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2023
Mileage
179,869 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 TLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 TLJ was last recorded at 179,869 miles on 2 Feb 2022, 6,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,309 miles · 2 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,560 miles
Average per year
10,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 179,869 miles
  • 2021 – 173,309 miles
  • 2019 – 164,497 miles
  • 2018 – 157,182 miles
  • 2017 – 147,092 miles
  • 2016 – 134,754 miles
  • 2015 – 120,981 miles
  • 2014 – 105,737 miles
  • 2013 – 93,719 miles
  • 2012 – 83,192 miles
  • 2011 – 70,769 miles
  • 2010 – 58,395 miles
  • 2009 – 49,510 miles
  • 2008 – 37,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,869 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension components corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,869 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    179,869 miles
    Test number
    984594256776
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension components corroded

  2. Fail179,867 miles (+6,558)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,867 miles
    Test number
    227429460657
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension components corroded

  3. Pass173,309 miles (+8,812)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    173,309 miles
    Test number
    801666462597
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded

  4. Pass164,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    164,497 miles
    Test number
    608423623730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail164,497 miles (+7,315)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,497 miles
    Test number
    316162791723
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass157,182 miles (+10,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    157,182 miles
    Test number
    436790220388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass147,092 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,092 miles
    Test number
    412801601395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail147,091 miles (+12,337)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,091 miles
    Test number
    561264578914
    • FailureOffside Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass134,754 miles (+13,773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,754 miles
    Test number
    163247227950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  10. Pass120,981 miles (+15,244)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    120,981 miles
    Test number
    399546795182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass105,737 miles (+12,018)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,737 miles
    Test number
    246574764171
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass93,719 miles (+10,527)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    93,719 miles
    Test number
    735900943143
    • NoteBoth front tyres 2mm
    • NoteHeavy wear to front discs
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm

  13. Pass83,192 miles (+12,423)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,192 miles
    Test number
    488163342142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,769 miles
    Test number
    169406131157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,769 miles (+12,374)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,769 miles
    Test number
    948536431195
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass58,395 miles (+8,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,395 miles
    Test number
    611520640124
    • 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)

  17. Pass49,510 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,510 miles
    Test number
    140480849134
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail49,510 miles (+12,077)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,510 miles
    Test number
    381670249101
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass37,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,433 miles
    Test number
    164073248191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 TLJ

Does LS05 TLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 TLJ expired on 1 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 TLJ?
The MOT on LS05 TLJ expired on 1 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 TLJ done?
LS05 TLJ was recorded at 179,869 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2022, an average of 10,397 miles a year.
Has LS05 TLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 TLJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 TLJ 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 TLJ find?
LS05 TLJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear sub frame and suspension components corroded.

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