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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 VBDMOT history

LS55 VBD is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

LS55 VBD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2022
Mileage
135,056 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VBD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VBD was last recorded at 135,056 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 30,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,215 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
30,841 miles
Average per year
7,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 135,056 miles
  • 2020 – 104,215 miles
  • 2019 – 85,750 miles
  • 2018 – 78,448 miles
  • 2017 – 73,552 miles
  • 2016 – 70,150 miles
  • 2015 – 66,613 miles
  • 2014 – 63,183 miles
  • 2013 – 59,173 miles
  • 2012 – 56,471 miles
  • 2011 – 54,432 miles
  • 2010 – 51,948 miles
  • 2009 – 42,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,056 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,056 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,056 miles
    Test number
    893820241229
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail135,056 miles (+30,841)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,056 miles
    Test number
    365044626914
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass104,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    304410009915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail104,215 miles (+18,465)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    660941672212
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,750 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    172762171594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail85,748 miles (+7,300)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,748 miles
    Test number
    553661828668
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,448 miles (+4,896)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,448 miles
    Test number
    625053994465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,552 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,552 miles
    Test number
    735662295160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,539 miles (+3,389)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,539 miles
    Test number
    959188190978
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass70,150 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    441139226585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,105 miles (+3,492)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,105 miles
    Test number
    372819381060
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Fail66,613 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,613 miles
    Test number
    198089965179
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass66,613 miles (+3,430)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,613 miles
    Test number
    465219565102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,183 miles (+4,010)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,183 miles
    Test number
    865170874176
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass59,173 miles (+2,702)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,173 miles
    Test number
    279092663404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low

  16. Pass56,471 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,471 miles
    Test number
    975722972109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,432 miles (+2,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,432 miles
    Test number
    235650461138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass51,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,948 miles
    Test number
    200938650454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail51,948 miles (+9,491)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,948 miles
    Test number
    963088550187
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass42,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    770683319015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS55 VBD

Does LS55 VBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VBD expired on 19 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VBD?
The MOT on LS55 VBD expired on 19 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VBD done?
LS55 VBD was recorded at 135,056 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 7,185 miles a year.
Has LS55 VBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VBD has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 VBD 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 VBD find?
LS55 VBD passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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