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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LS55 VADMOT history

LS55 VAD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2023.

LS55 VAD blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2024
Mileage
97,579 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VAD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VAD was last recorded at 97,579 miles on 11 Mar 2023, 6,852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,727 miles · 2 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,852 miles
Average per year
4,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,579 miles
  • 2021 – 90,727 miles
  • 2020 – 84,857 miles
  • 2019 – 82,401 miles
  • 2018 – 78,385 miles
  • 2017 – 78,122 miles
  • 2016 – 74,192 miles
  • 2014 – 68,374 miles
  • 2013 – 57,079 miles
  • 2012 – 51,717 miles
  • 2011 – 43,960 miles
  • 2010 – 38,287 miles
  • 2008 – 33,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,579 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,579 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,579 miles
    Test number
    409915763293
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail97,578 miles (+6,851)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,578 miles
    Test number
    400982266274
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass90,727 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,727 miles
    Test number
    186088853476
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail90,727 miles (+5,870)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,727 miles
    Test number
    633833125127
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass84,857 miles (+2,456)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,857 miles
    Test number
    786661019585
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass82,401 miles (+4,016)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,401 miles
    Test number
    536333483387
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass78,385 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,385 miles
    Test number
    503292740459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,122 miles (+3,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,122 miles
    Test number
    996532391966
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass74,192 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,192 miles
    Test number
    189143350086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,374 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,374 miles
    Test number
    448889344350
    • NoteO/s/r n/s/r tyres side walls perishing

  11. Fail68,374 miles (+5,635)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,374 miles
    Test number
    177289944360
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/r n/s/r tyres side walls perishing

  12. Pass62,739 miles (+5,660)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,739 miles
    Test number
    987306404032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,079 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,079 miles
    Test number
    879209303090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,717 miles (+7,757)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,717 miles
    Test number
    889226202069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,960 miles (+5,673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,960 miles
    Test number
    548488501056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,287 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,287 miles
    Test number
    960191210058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,225 miles
    Test number
    903714468394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VAD

Does LS55 VAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VAD expired on 10 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VAD?
The MOT on LS55 VAD expired on 10 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VAD done?
LS55 VAD was recorded at 97,579 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2023, an average of 4,533 miles a year.
Has LS55 VAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VAD has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 VAD 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 VAD find?
LS55 VAD passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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