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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LS05 VRWMOT history

LS05 VRW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

LS05 VRW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
122,761 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VRW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 VRW was last recorded at 122,761 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 7,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,329 miles · 7 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,432 miles
Average per year
5,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,761 miles
  • 2024 – 115,329 miles
  • 2023 – 111,069 miles
  • 2022 – 103,204 miles
  • 2020 – 100,143 miles
  • 2019 – 97,574 miles
  • 2018 – 93,629 miles
  • 2017 – 91,206 miles
  • 2016 – 88,508 miles
  • 2015 – 82,937 miles
  • 2014 – 75,428 miles
  • 2013 – 66,640 miles
  • 2012 – 60,524 miles
  • 2011 – 55,225 miles
  • 2010 – 47,528 miles
  • 2009 – 40,170 miles
  • 2008 – 29,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,761 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,761 miles (+7,432)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,761 miles
    Test number
    514577213821
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass115,329 miles (+4,260)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,329 miles
    Test number
    972441942891
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing panel corroded

  3. Pass111,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    111,069 miles
    Test number
    134170706081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail111,068 miles (+7,864)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,068 miles
    Test number
    790048374381
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass103,204 miles (+3,061)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,204 miles
    Test number
    484476960420
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass100,143 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    100,143 miles
    Test number
    417335858815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,574 miles (+3,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    97,574 miles
    Test number
    271484798563
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass93,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,629 miles
    Test number
    940199217941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,629 miles (+2,423)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,629 miles
    Test number
    471089461541
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,206 miles
    Test number
    109295015499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,206 miles (+2,698)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,206 miles
    Test number
    538272945126
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass88,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,508 miles
    Test number
    540690425070
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail88,508 miles (+5,571)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,508 miles
    Test number
    578932890458
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses faded

  14. Pass82,937 miles (+7,509)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,937 miles
    Test number
    615173655142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,428 miles (+8,788)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,428 miles
    Test number
    497833354181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,640 miles (+6,116)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,640 miles
    Test number
    335018553148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,524 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,524 miles
    Test number
    586332852165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,225 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,225 miles
    Test number
    955168251187
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteShields fitted restricting test

  19. Fail55,225 miles (+7,697)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,225 miles
    Test number
    257758351429
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteShields fitted restricting test

  20. Pass47,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,528 miles
    Test number
    863956650163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,528 miles (+7,358)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,528 miles
    Test number
    204574250175
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass40,170 miles (+10,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,170 miles
    Test number
    720031809291
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass29,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,848 miles
    Test number
    570855288176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,848 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,848 miles
    Test number
    902545288100
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS05 VRW

Does LS05 VRW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 VRW is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VRW?
The MOT on LS05 VRW is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 VRW done?
LS05 VRW was recorded at 122,761 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 5,187 miles a year.
Has LS05 VRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VRW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LS05 VRW 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 VRW find?
LS05 VRW passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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