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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS55 OCAMOT history

LS55 OCA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2023.

LS55 OCA blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2025
Mileage
134,896 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 OCA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 OCA was last recorded at 134,896 miles on 13 Dec 2023, 2,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,515 miles · 15 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,381 miles
Average per year
5,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 134,896 miles
  • 2022 – 132,515 miles
  • 2021 – 129,409 miles
  • 2020 – 126,223 miles
  • 2019 – 119,597 miles
  • 2018 – 114,540 miles
  • 2016 – 109,003 miles
  • 2015 – 102,086 miles
  • 2014 – 95,060 miles
  • 2013 – 85,088 miles
  • 2012 – 77,213 miles
  • 2011 – 70,338 miles
  • 2010 – 63,850 miles
  • 2009 – 55,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,896 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear bushes perished both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    134,896 miles
    Test number
    394946251502
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,896 miles (+2,381)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,896 miles
    Test number
    127574180461
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,515 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,515 miles
    Test number
    960510321111
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear bushes perished both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,511 miles (+3,102)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,511 miles
    Test number
    603317559795
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear bushes perished both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,409 miles
    Test number
    961100896248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail129,408 miles (+3,185)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,408 miles
    Test number
    801964445519
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass126,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,223 miles
    Test number
    865374547171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,223 miles (+2,781)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,223 miles
    Test number
    766285335173
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass123,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,442 miles
    Test number
    268313144444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,442 miles (+3,845)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,442 miles
    Test number
    232907493065
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass119,597 miles (+58)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    119,597 miles
    Test number
    853113861831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer outer cv boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge note tyre tread depth 2.0 mm limit 1.6 mm tyre on limits (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail119,539 miles (+4,999)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,539 miles
    Test number
    165347295958
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer outer cv boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge note tyre tread depth 2.0 mm limit 1.6 mm tyre on limits (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass114,540 miles (+5,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    114,540 miles
    Test number
    358663261444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass109,003 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,003 miles
    Test number
    498284851506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,971 miles (+481)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,971 miles
    Test number
    587442688543
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail108,490 miles (+6,404)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,490 miles
    Test number
    249138361265
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit strong advise 2mm and bold on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass102,086 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,086 miles
    Test number
    220592970112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,020 miles (+6,960)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,020 miles
    Test number
    278529040342
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass95,060 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,060 miles
    Test number
    407072164256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass93,123 miles (+8,035)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,123 miles
    Test number
    455450954113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,088 miles (+1,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,088 miles
    Test number
    808759863127
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass83,296 miles (+6,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,296 miles
    Test number
    259518713067
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass77,213 miles (+6,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,213 miles
    Test number
    886227212086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass70,338 miles (+6,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    70,338 miles
    Test number
    476150421086
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,850 miles (+8,786)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,850 miles
    Test number
    652170420027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    55,064 miles
    Test number
    873489909058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS55 OCA

Does LS55 OCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 OCA expired on 6 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 OCA?
The MOT on LS55 OCA expired on 6 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 OCA done?
LS55 OCA was recorded at 134,896 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2023, an average of 5,349 miles a year.
Has LS55 OCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 OCA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 OCA 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 OCA find?
LS55 OCA passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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