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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 EXVMOT history

LS55 EXV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

LS55 EXV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2023
Mileage
116,433 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 EXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 EXV was last recorded at 116,433 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 4,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,369 miles · 4 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,064 miles
Average per year
5,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,433 miles
  • 2021 – 112,369 miles
  • 2020 – 106,874 miles
  • 2019 – 101,638 miles
  • 2018 – 94,952 miles
  • 2017 – 88,585 miles
  • 2016 – 83,220 miles
  • 2015 – 76,670 miles
  • 2014 – 72,963 miles
  • 2013 – 68,031 miles
  • 2012 – 63,108 miles
  • 2011 – 58,132 miles
  • 2010 – 53,438 miles
  • 2009 – 48,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,433 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting between treads (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,433 miles (+4,064)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,433 miles
    Test number
    957591645467
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass112,369 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,369 miles
    Test number
    866308786332
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail112,369 miles (+5,495)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,369 miles
    Test number
    671543622613
    • MajorEngine 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass106,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,874 miles
    Test number
    392014698846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,874 miles (+5,236)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,874 miles
    Test number
    492065510617
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,638 miles (+6,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,638 miles
    Test number
    706639126529
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern front head lights

  7. Pass94,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,952 miles
    Test number
    426148588590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,952 miles (+6,367)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,952 miles
    Test number
    440059248727
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass88,585 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,585 miles
    Test number
    430732438750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,220 miles (+6,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    83,220 miles
    Test number
    601575741369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays obscuring testable items

  11. Pass76,670 miles (+3,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    867034240923
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre cracking

  12. Pass72,963 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,963 miles
    Test number
    218169484209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,716 miles (+4,685)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,716 miles
    Test number
    818762604031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,031 miles (+4,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,031 miles
    Test number
    407164823180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass63,108 miles (+4,976)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,108 miles
    Test number
    196155472053
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front outer sill distorted

  16. Pass58,132 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,132 miles
    Test number
    139736191486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,438 miles (+4,818)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,438 miles
    Test number
    620238290055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,620 miles
    Test number
    371200219100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,607 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,607 miles
    Test number
    643780319142
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LS55 EXV

Does LS55 EXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 EXV expired on 3 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 EXV?
The MOT on LS55 EXV expired on 3 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 EXV done?
LS55 EXV was recorded at 116,433 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 5,012 miles a year.
Has LS55 EXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 EXV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 EXV 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 EXV find?
LS55 EXV passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting between treads, and 1 more.

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