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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LS55 AEBMOT history

LS55 AEB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 90,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2024.

LS55 AEB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jun 2025
Mileage
90,470 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 AEB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 AEB was last recorded at 90,470 miles on 8 Jun 2024, 95 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,375 miles · 21 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
95 miles
Average per year
4,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,470 miles
  • 2023 – 90,375 miles
  • 2022 – 90,014 miles
  • 2020 – 89,072 miles
  • 2019 – 87,425 miles
  • 2018 – 82,227 miles
  • 2017 – 77,471 miles
  • 2016 – 72,641 miles
  • 2015 – 66,286 miles
  • 2014 – 61,044 miles
  • 2013 – 55,343 miles
  • 2012 – 50,346 miles
  • 2011 – 45,033 miles
  • 2010 – 38,103 miles
  • 2009 – 31,282 miles
  • 2008 – 27,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,470 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,470 miles (+95)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,470 miles
    Test number
    681305987577
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass90,375 miles (+361)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,375 miles
    Test number
    718521872678
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNsf body panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf body panel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass90,014 miles (+942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,014 miles
    Test number
    635932450670
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass89,072 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,072 miles
    Test number
    164374196465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,425 miles
    Test number
    621263711742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,425 miles (+5,198)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,425 miles
    Test number
    536062419460
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass82,227 miles (+4,756)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    440435742795
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing inner adge and tread depth 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass77,471 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,471 miles
    Test number
    589846724953
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  9. Fail77,471 miles (+4,830)2 failures1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,471 miles
    Test number
    535950995381
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both side (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front winter tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass72,641 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,641 miles
    Test number
    709947222187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside
  11. Fail72,641 miles (+6,355)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,641 miles
    Test number
    515196378829
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside
  12. Pass66,286 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,286 miles
    Test number
    288986465424
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Fail66,286 miles (+5,242)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,286 miles
    Test number
    366386265184
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass61,044 miles (+18)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,044 miles
    Test number
    945300374120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/S/Front tyre worn on inner edge (195/65/R15).
  15. Fail61,026 miles (+5,683)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,026 miles
    Test number
    585138264143
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/S/Front tyre worn on inner edge (195/65/R15).
  16. Pass55,343 miles (+4,997)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,343 miles
    Test number
    628841973112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,346 miles (+5,313)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,346 miles
    Test number
    287281802293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,033 miles (+6,930)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,033 miles
    Test number
    378627301230
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r slight cracking to side wall near tread
  19. Pass38,103 miles (+6,821)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,103 miles
    Test number
    562482400298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,282 miles (+3,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,282 miles
    Test number
    183114709239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass27,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,353 miles
    Test number
    481169018370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 AEB

Does LS55 AEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 AEB expired on 7 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 AEB?
The MOT on LS55 AEB expired on 7 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 AEB done?
LS55 AEB was recorded at 90,470 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2024, an average of 4,055 miles a year.
Has LS55 AEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 AEB has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LS55 AEB 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 AEB find?
LS55 AEB passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2024 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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