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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LS05 XSMMOT history

LS05 XSM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LS05 XSM silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
81,067 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 XSM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 XSM was last recorded at 81,067 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 1,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 May 2017: 62,791 miles, lower than 69,624 miles on 29 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,585 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,482 miles
Average per year
3,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,067 miles
  • 2024 – 79,585 miles
  • 2023 – 76,832 miles
  • 2022 – 72,555 miles
  • 2021 – 70,425 miles
  • 2020 – 68,768 miles
  • 2019 – 66,508 miles
  • 2018 – 64,681 miles
  • 2017 – 62,791 miles
  • 2016 – 69,624 miles
  • 2015 – 55,368 miles
  • 2014 – 51,340 miles
  • 2013 – 46,406 miles
  • 2012 – 42,387 miles
  • 2011 – 38,559 miles
  • 2009 – 27,904 miles
  • 2008 – 23,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,067 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Under trays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,067 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    81,067 miles
    Test number
    214469963871
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail81,067 miles (+1,482)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,067 miles
    Test number
    141227865042
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass79,585 miles (+2,753)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    429079069897
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,832 miles (+4,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,832 miles
    Test number
    162657651333
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass72,555 miles (+2,130)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,555 miles
    Test number
    987501263083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,425 miles (+1,657)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,425 miles
    Test number
    445482966615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,768 miles
    Test number
    498252689016
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  8. Fail68,768 miles (+2,260)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,768 miles
    Test number
    971682264595
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  9. Pass66,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,508 miles
    Test number
    814209088798
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output on both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail66,508 miles (+1,827)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,508 miles
    Test number
    245097420511
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output on both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass64,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,681 miles
    Test number
    338916655556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,681 miles (+1,890)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,681 miles
    Test number
    297438335109
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ON BOTH SIDES * TRACKING NEEDED * (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass62,791 miles (-6,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,791 miles
    Test number
    737580119997
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  14. Pass69,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,624 miles
    Test number
    340865091826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,624 miles (+4,256)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,624 miles
    Test number
    261022136146
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass55,368 miles (+4,028)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,368 miles
    Test number
    217805135132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,340 miles
    Test number
    709833244190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,340 miles (+4,934)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,340 miles
    Test number
    755176934106
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass46,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,406 miles
    Test number
    478126633165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,406 miles (+4,019)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,406 miles
    Test number
    919456533108
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass42,387 miles (+3,828)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,387 miles
    Test number
    255563642404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteRemoved child saets

  22. Pass38,559 miles (+10,655)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,559 miles
    Test number
    657439121114
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass27,904 miles (+4,731)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,904 miles
    Test number
    674032389109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,173 miles
    Test number
    514007758195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 XSM

Does LS05 XSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 XSM is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS05 XSM?
The MOT on LS05 XSM is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 XSM done?
LS05 XSM was recorded at 81,067 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 3,316 miles a year.
Has LS05 XSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 XSM has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS05 XSM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS05 XSM find?
LS05 XSM passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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