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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,900 cc

LS55 VCYMOT history

LS55 VCY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 222,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LS55 VCY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
222,851 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
13,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VCY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VCY was last recorded at 222,851 miles on 21 Mar 2023, 16,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,472 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
16,379 miles
Average per year
13,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 222,851 miles
  • 2022 – 206,472 miles
  • 2021 – 199,765 miles
  • 2020 – 189,406 miles
  • 2019 – 179,632 miles
  • 2018 – 168,567 miles
  • 2017 – 153,260 miles
  • 2016 – 134,845 miles
  • 2015 – 120,508 miles
  • 2014 – 111,650 miles
  • 2013 – 99,047 miles
  • 2012 – 83,896 miles
  • 2011 – 72,047 miles
  • 2010 – 57,065 miles
  • 2009 – 37,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    659016758784
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    884456595017
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    844220599609
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    711822603116
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass222,851 miles (+16,379)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    222,851 miles
    Test number
    171058702010
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass206,472 miles (+253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    206,472 miles
    Test number
    171571338817
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail206,219 miles (+6,454)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,219 miles
    Test number
    991802743366
    • 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 Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass199,765 miles (+113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    199,765 miles
    Test number
    378270417230
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail199,652 miles (+10,246)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,652 miles
    Test number
    913864670936
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass189,406 miles (+9,774)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    189,406 miles
    Test number
    275220929552
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass179,632 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    179,632 miles
    Test number
    215646935948
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Fail179,630 miles (+11,063)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,630 miles
    Test number
    663742190787
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Pass168,567 miles (+15,307)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    168,567 miles
    Test number
    620247247312
    • AdvisoryBulb failure light on intermittently, obligatory lights worked ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt catch covers missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Door would not open intermittantly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (very close to limit) and sidewalls cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub slightly tight to turn
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops (both sides) split
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes cracking

  14. Pass153,260 miles (+601)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    153,260 miles
    Test number
    664314179294
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and ridged (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight faded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear disc is dis coloured signs of gotten hot
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub is slightly tight to rotate
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAge cracking to suspension arm rubbers
    • AdvisoryCentre rear seat belt catch cover missing
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySlight damage to sills
    • AdvisorySnow tyres fitted all round
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  15. Fail152,659 miles (+17,814)4 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,659 miles
    Test number
    794141393128
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and ridged (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight faded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear disc is dis coloured signs of gotten hot
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub is slightly tight to rotate
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAge cracking to suspension arm rubbers
    • AdvisoryCentre rear seat belt catch cover missing
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySlight damage to sills
    • AdvisorySnow tyres fitted all round
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  16. Pass134,845 miles (+14,337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    134,845 miles
    Test number
    670322226743
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear seatbelt shackle cover missing
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/under-trays fitted

  17. Pass120,508 miles (+8,858)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    120,508 miles
    Test number
    978754235011
    • 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)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt catch covers missing.

  18. Pass111,650 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    111,650 miles
    Test number
    655558534095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail111,480 miles (+12,433)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,480 miles
    Test number
    355761734069
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a screw in the tread area.

  20. Pass99,047 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    99,047 miles
    Test number
    508415633074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light staying on indicating a fault

  21. Fail99,044 miles (+15,148)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    646415633068
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteAirbag light staying on indicating a fault

  22. Pass83,896 miles (+11,849)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,896 miles
    Test number
    689942232023
    • NoteSRS lamp on, indicating a fault.
    • NoteItem removed from rear view mirror, which would result in mot failure.

  23. Pass72,047 miles (+14,982)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,047 miles
    Test number
    447137121088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,065 miles
    Test number
    151796930434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,065 miles (+20,061)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,065 miles
    Test number
    260076930001
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass37,004 miles (+16)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,004 miles
    Test number
    303658639025
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt buckle outer cover missing.

  27. Fail36,988 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,988 miles
    Test number
    291667639012
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt buckle outer cover missing.

Questions about LS55 VCY

Does LS55 VCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VCY is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VCY?
The MOT on LS55 VCY is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VCY done?
LS55 VCY was recorded at 222,851 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2023, an average of 13,166 miles a year.
Has LS55 VCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VCY has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 VCY 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 VCY find?
LS55 VCY passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated; offside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush, and 4 more.

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