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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS55 NHKMOT history

LS55 NHK is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 158,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

LS55 NHK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
158,872 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 NHK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 NHK was last recorded at 158,872 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 6,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,765 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,107 miles
Average per year
7,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,872 miles
  • 2024 – 152,765 miles
  • 2023 – 147,414 miles
  • 2022 – 141,865 miles
  • 2021 – 135,414 miles
  • 2020 – 127,166 miles
  • 2019 – 114,965 miles
  • 2018 – 106,410 miles
  • 2017 – 98,410 miles
  • 2016 – 91,629 miles
  • 2015 – 84,504 miles
  • 2014 – 74,772 miles
  • 2013 – 67,527 miles
  • 2012 – 61,762 miles
  • 2011 – 53,848 miles
  • 2010 – 41,632 miles
  • 2009 – 40,221 miles
  • 2008 – 36,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,872 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both side front tyres slightly perished on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,872 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    158,872 miles
    Test number
    266512976824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail158,872 miles (+6,107)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,872 miles
    Test number
    866037936972
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexible pipe (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,765 miles (+5,351)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    152,765 miles
    Test number
    168018666143
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass147,414 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    147,414 miles
    Test number
    885438805908
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail147,411 miles (+5,546)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,411 miles
    Test number
    794054853007
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,865 miles (+6,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    141,865 miles
    Test number
    544319774387
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,414 miles (+8,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    135,414 miles
    Test number
    762370061059
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass127,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    127,166 miles
    Test number
    779153242941
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail127,166 miles (+12,201)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,166 miles
    Test number
    264233319070
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass114,965 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,965 miles
    Test number
    366018633127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBothside outer sills slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly insecure but not likely to become detached

  11. Fail114,965 miles (+8,555)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,965 miles
    Test number
    742832925066
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no kick up visible on screen (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front main beam incorrectly positioned
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBothside outer sills slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly insecure but not likely to become detached

  12. Pass106,410 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,410 miles
    Test number
    827044496042
    • AdvisoryBoth side front tyres slightly perished on tread
    • AdvisoryBumper insecure n.s.f+n.s.r
    • AdvisoryFan belt excessively deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO.s.r lower sill slightly damaged

  13. Fail106,410 miles (+8,000)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,410 miles
    Test number
    145884374147
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth side front tyres slightly perished on tread
    • AdvisoryBumper insecure n.s.f+n.s.r
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low+oil leak
    • AdvisoryFan belt excessively deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN.s.f wiper poor
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO.s.r lower sill slightly damaged

  14. Pass98,410 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,410 miles
    Test number
    882892294352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers poor

  15. Fail98,403 miles (+6,774)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,403 miles
    Test number
    330423154117
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant resivour empty
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers poor

  16. Pass91,629 miles (+7,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,629 miles
    Test number
    353908537348
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body area bumper slightly insecure

  17. Pass84,504 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,504 miles
    Test number
    437798795067
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail84,504 miles (+9,732)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,504 miles
    Test number
    498187895009
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail74,772 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,772 miles
    Test number
    188379594462
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass74,772 miles (+7,245)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,772 miles
    Test number
    709129994091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,527 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,527 miles
    Test number
    557690703192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,395 miles (+5,633)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,395 miles
    Test number
    109042793452
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  23. Pass61,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,762 miles
    Test number
    707814512177
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Fail61,762 miles (+7,914)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,762 miles
    Test number
    736464712189
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail53,848 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,848 miles
    Test number
    448901991061
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  26. Pass53,848 miles (+12,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,848 miles
    Test number
    768011191046
    • 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)

  27. Pass41,632 miles (+1,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,632 miles
    Test number
    582503080061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass40,221 miles (+4,104)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    112972999492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass36,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    36,117 miles
    Test number
    130227338315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail36,117 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,117 miles
    Test number
    254167838354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LS55 NHK

Does LS55 NHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 NHK is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 NHK?
The MOT on LS55 NHK is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 NHK done?
LS55 NHK was recorded at 158,872 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 7,280 miles a year.
Has LS55 NHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 NHK has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 NHK 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 NHK find?
LS55 NHK passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished, and 2 more.

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