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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LS05 VSLMOT history

LS05 VSL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2023.

LS05 VSL grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2023
Mileage
134,952 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VSL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS05 VSL was last recorded at 134,952 miles on 16 Oct 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,948 miles · 26 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 134,952 miles
  • 2022 – 132,221 miles
  • 2021 – 129,493 miles
  • 2019 – 121,071 miles
  • 2018 – 114,850 miles
  • 2017 – 109,938 miles
  • 2016 – 102,453 miles
  • 2015 – 99,460 miles
  • 2014 – 96,704 miles
  • 2013 – 92,986 miles
  • 2012 – 87,107 miles
  • 2011 – 80,607 miles
  • 2010 – 71,289 miles
  • 2009 – 53,901 miles
  • 2008 – 37,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,952 miles
  • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,952 miles (+4)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,952 miles
    Test number
    994173497616
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,948 miles (+2,727)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,948 miles
    Test number
    418371445849
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective will not open (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 17 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass132,221 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    132,221 miles
    Test number
    298962667663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,221 miles (+2,728)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,221 miles
    Test number
    110530403009
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,493 miles (+6,000)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,493 miles
    Test number
    171097992106
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail123,493 miles (+2,422)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,493 miles
    Test number
    617095563321
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass121,071 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,071 miles
    Test number
    486029337363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail120,870 miles (+6,020)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,870 miles
    Test number
    848501007702
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass114,850 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    114,850 miles
    Test number
    435113394836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,812 miles (+4,874)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,812 miles
    Test number
    274226444896
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass109,938 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,938 miles
    Test number
    982999429568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,934 miles (+7,481)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,934 miles
    Test number
    359911737205
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass102,453 miles (+2,993)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,453 miles
    Test number
    903454802694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,460 miles (+2,756)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,460 miles
    Test number
    697114875170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,704 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    526994384165
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail96,704 miles (+3,718)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    617923484149
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass92,986 miles (+5,879)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,986 miles
    Test number
    366167593170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,107 miles (+6,500)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    87,107 miles
    Test number
    207422792403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,607 miles (+9,318)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,607 miles
    Test number
    149828281191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,289 miles (+17,388)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,289 miles
    Test number
    190899880158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,901 miles (+15,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,901 miles
    Test number
    922967789153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass37,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,989 miles
    Test number
    853662398141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 VSL

Does LS05 VSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 VSL expired on 25 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VSL?
The MOT on LS05 VSL expired on 25 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 VSL done?
LS05 VSL was recorded at 134,952 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2023, an average of 6,351 miles a year.
Has LS05 VSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VSL has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LS05 VSL 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 VSL find?
LS05 VSL failed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2023 with 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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