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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LS55 NGZMOT history

LS55 NGZ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 117,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2023.

LS55 NGZ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2024
Mileage
117,255 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 NGZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 NGZ was last recorded at 117,255 miles on 2 Mar 2023, 1,616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,639 miles · 1 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,616 miles
Average per year
6,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,255 miles
  • 2020 – 115,639 miles
  • 2019 – 112,413 miles
  • 2018 – 109,846 miles
  • 2017 – 105,130 miles
  • 2016 – 100,909 miles
  • 2015 – 92,702 miles
  • 2014 – 88,570 miles
  • 2013 – 83,471 miles
  • 2012 – 78,332 miles
  • 2011 – 64,006 miles
  • 2009 – 39,567 miles
  • 2008 – 30,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,255 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • All brake back plates are corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front and rear suspension components corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear axle corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both front suspension arm rear most bushes perished and cracked.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front and rear arch liners fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,255 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,255 miles
    Test number
    513028865325
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,255 miles (+1,616)2 dangerous1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,255 miles
    Test number
    136788006304
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,639 miles (+3,226)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,639 miles
    Test number
    292675751822
    • AdvisoryAll brake back plates are corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear most lower arm bushes are perished and cracked and have slight play.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack end joints.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and front and rear arch liners are fitted.

  4. Pass112,413 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,413 miles
    Test number
    966347794263
    • AdvisoryAll brake back plates are corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm rear most bushes perished and cracked.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear arch liners fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  5. Fail112,411 miles (+2,565)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,411 miles
    Test number
    200085749065
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle @ 38%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing due to bind. (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing due to bind. (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake back plates are corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm rear most bushes perished and cracked.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear arch liners fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  6. Pass109,846 miles (+4,716)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    109,846 miles
    Test number
    814809665094
    • AdvisoryFront & rear arch liners fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm Rear most bush perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm Rear most bush perished.
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  7. Pass105,130 miles (+4,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    105,130 miles
    Test number
    577023274571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front most. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has small chips across it.

  8. Pass100,909 miles (+8,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,909 miles
    Test number
    493658041534
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps slightly opaque

  9. Pass92,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,702 miles
    Test number
    877273316268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,702 miles (+4,132)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,702 miles
    Test number
    895258521195
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely Handrake (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass88,570 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    88,570 miles
    Test number
    575019214389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,569 miles (+5,098)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,569 miles
    Test number
    355218814384
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass83,471 miles (+5,139)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    83,471 miles
    Test number
    279696913312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet release stiff in operation

  14. Pass78,332 miles (+14,326)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    78,332 miles
    Test number
    579017112340
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass64,006 miles (+24,439)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,006 miles
    Test number
    495995821176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,567 miles
    Test number
    600515549357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,567 miles (+8,622)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,567 miles
    Test number
    512375449381
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass30,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,945 miles
    Test number
    421997758402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,940 miles2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,940 miles
    Test number
    463087358457
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about LS55 NGZ

Does LS55 NGZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 NGZ expired on 1 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 NGZ?
The MOT on LS55 NGZ expired on 1 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 NGZ done?
LS55 NGZ was recorded at 117,255 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2023, an average of 6,083 miles a year.
Has LS55 NGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 NGZ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 NGZ 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 NGZ find?
LS55 NGZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 7 more.

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