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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 ADOMOT history

LS55 ADO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

LS55 ADO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
113,305 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 ADO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 ADO was last recorded at 113,305 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 2,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,269 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,036 miles
Average per year
5,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,305 miles
  • 2025 – 111,269 miles
  • 2024 – 108,718 miles
  • 2023 – 105,945 miles
  • 2022 – 101,743 miles
  • 2021 – 99,164 miles
  • 2020 – 97,538 miles
  • 2019 – 92,374 miles
  • 2018 – 83,029 miles
  • 2016 – 70,945 miles
  • 2015 – 57,130 miles
  • 2014 – 54,423 miles
  • 2013 – 51,700 miles
  • 2012 – 48,465 miles
  • 2011 – 41,907 miles
  • 2010 – 34,326 miles
  • 2009 – 25,724 miles
  • 2008 – 16,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,305 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened previously treated recommend a refresh (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Underbody covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,305 miles (+2,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    113,305 miles
    Test number
    213246600477
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened previously treated recommend a refresh (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass111,269 miles (+2,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    111,269 miles
    Test number
    121829983245
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside has been previously wax oiled, showing signs of corrosion, recommend a refresh
  3. Pass108,718 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,718 miles
    Test number
    784705935811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,945 miles (+4,202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    636900841207
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear has been previously wax oiled
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  5. Pass101,743 miles (+2,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,743 miles
    Test number
    543113728754
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle needs cleaning off and wax oiling
  6. Pass99,164 miles (+1,626)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,164 miles
    Test number
    551331949440
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rea suspension components becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering noisy
    • AdvisoryUnderside ofvehicle becoming corroded needs waxoiling
  7. Pass97,538 miles (+5,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,538 miles
    Test number
    144240408025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass92,374 miles (+9,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    92,374 miles
    Test number
    856885550103
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass83,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,029 miles
    Test number
    238872604631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,029 miles (+12,084)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,029 miles
    Test number
    403771748607
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass70,945 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    70,945 miles
    Test number
    590779664290
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread cracking
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer side wall cracking & worn inner edge
  12. Fail70,944 miles (+13,814)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,944 miles
    Test number
    501044061869
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn inner & outer edges & on wear indicators
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread cracking
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer side wall cracking & worn inner edge
  13. Pass57,130 miles (+2,707)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,130 miles
    Test number
    883277444090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass54,423 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,423 miles
    Test number
    509927514374
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre badly cracked on inner wall
  15. Fail54,423 miles (+2,723)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,423 miles
    Test number
    177566814353
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre badly cracked on inner wall
  16. Pass51,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    51,700 miles
    Test number
    849752333336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,700 miles (+3,235)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,700 miles
    Test number
    535622333374
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Pass48,465 miles (+6,558)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,465 miles
    Test number
    606158612348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,907 miles (+7,581)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,907 miles
    Test number
    827450721341
    • NoteFront brake discs slight lip
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs slight lip
  20. Pass34,326 miles (+8,602)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    34,326 miles
    Test number
    492149000458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,724 miles (+9,529)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,724 miles
    Test number
    271407929397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    16,195 miles
    Test number
    653646628365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 ADO

Does LS55 ADO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 ADO is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 ADO?
The MOT on LS55 ADO is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 ADO done?
LS55 ADO was recorded at 113,305 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 5,613 miles a year.
Has LS55 ADO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 ADO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on LS55 ADO 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 LS55 ADO find?
LS55 ADO passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened previously treated recommend a refresh.

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