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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LS05 VRUMOT history

LS05 VRU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

LS05 VRU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
103,345 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 VRU was last recorded at 103,345 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,343 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,345 miles
  • 2025 – 103,343 miles
  • 2024 – 93,408 miles
  • 2023 – 88,570 miles
  • 2022 – 86,113 miles
  • 2021 – 85,338 miles
  • 2020 – 79,212 miles
  • 2019 – 75,591 miles
  • 2018 – 71,113 miles
  • 2017 – 62,888 miles
  • 2016 – 58,981 miles
  • 2015 – 55,725 miles
  • 2014 – 53,519 miles
  • 2013 – 50,301 miles
  • 2012 – 45,576 miles
  • 2011 – 42,834 miles
  • 2010 – 36,667 miles
  • 2009 – 25,801 miles
  • 2008 – 22,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,345 miles
  • AdvisoryBoot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,345 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    103,345 miles
    Test number
    647466586992
    • AdvisoryBoot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,343 miles (+9,935)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    839917204546
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass93,408 miles (+4,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,408 miles
    Test number
    127725431484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass88,570 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    88,570 miles
    Test number
    239186243581
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail88,569 miles (+2,456)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,569 miles
    Test number
    187892799918
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass86,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    86,113 miles
    Test number
    125287253229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,113 miles (+775)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,113 miles
    Test number
    499655206026
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,338 miles
    Test number
    255998076045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,338 miles (+6,126)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,338 miles
    Test number
    930404529419
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass79,212 miles (+3,621)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,212 miles
    Test number
    121405379426
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass75,591 miles (+4,478)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    75,591 miles
    Test number
    620330466677
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass71,113 miles (+8,225)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,113 miles
    Test number
    174872501548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,888 miles (+3,907)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,888 miles
    Test number
    249110311172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,981 miles (+3,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    616926975371
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edge

  15. Pass55,725 miles (+2,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,725 miles
    Test number
    363570047069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has nail in tread

  16. Fail53,519 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,519 miles
    Test number
    227049964278
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and split
    • NoteNearside front brake disc back plate corroded

  17. Pass53,519 miles (+3,218)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,519 miles
    Test number
    486679564201
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and split
    • NoteNearside front brake disc back plate corroded

  18. Pass50,301 miles (+4,725)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,301 miles
    Test number
    658262983122
    • NoteBonnet catch sticking.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are showing cracks.

  19. Pass45,576 miles (+2,742)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,576 miles
    Test number
    395085502449
    • NoteBonnet catch sticking.

  20. Pass42,834 miles (+6,167)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    42,834 miles
    Test number
    988998221211
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on the inside edge.

  21. Pass36,667 miles (+10,866)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,667 miles
    Test number
    924704340135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,801 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    25,801 miles
    Test number
    502276529147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,337 miles
    Test number
    794647498101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,337 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,337 miles
    Test number
    642365688198
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres cracked at tread, replace soon

Questions about LS05 VRU

Does LS05 VRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 VRU is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VRU?
The MOT on LS05 VRU is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 VRU done?
LS05 VRU was recorded at 103,345 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 4,518 miles a year.
Has LS05 VRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VRU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS05 VRU 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 VRU find?
LS05 VRU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: boot lid slightly loose.

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