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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 VRDMOT history

LS55 VRD is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 63,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LS55 VRD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
63,593 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VRD
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
10 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VRD was last recorded at 63,593 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 2,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
61,441 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,152 miles
Average per year
2,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,593 miles
  • 2025 – 61,441 miles
  • 2024 – 59,887 miles
  • 2023 – 56,748 miles
  • 2022 – 54,063 miles
  • 2021 – 50,312 miles
  • 2020 – 48,655 miles
  • 2019 – 45,580 miles
  • 2018 – 41,725 miles
  • 2017 – 37,950 miles
  • 2016 – 34,628 miles
  • 2014 – 31,172 miles
  • 2013 – 27,467 miles
  • 2012 – 23,473 miles
  • 2011 – 19,641 miles
  • 2010 – 16,305 miles
  • 2009 – 13,662 miles
  • 2008 – 12,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,593 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,593 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    63,593 miles
    Test number
    574944023358
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail63,593 miles (+2,152)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,593 miles
    Test number
    503946139406
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass61,441 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    61,441 miles
    Test number
    538313853722
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions limits just met - lambda
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer side seam (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail61,441 miles (+1,554)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,441 miles
    Test number
    411741440668
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions limits just met - lambda
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer side seam (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass59,887 miles (+3,139)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    59,887 miles
    Test number
    793468794654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,748 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    56,748 miles
    Test number
    236116306514
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All across tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing centre area in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail56,748 miles (+2,685)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,748 miles
    Test number
    655876539497
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective Not releasing (7.1.2 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All across tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing centre area in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass54,063 miles (+3,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    54,063 miles
    Test number
    130488741497
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass50,312 miles (+1,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    50,312 miles
    Test number
    300143573158
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted covering some underside components

  10. Pass48,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    48,655 miles
    Test number
    698983178272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,655 miles (+3,075)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,655 miles
    Test number
    999802169513
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread cracking off of sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass45,580 miles (+3,855)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    45,580 miles
    Test number
    870471703003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin @minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin @minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin @minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin @minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass41,725 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    132031275934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,950 miles (+3,322)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    355518102110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not checked due to obstructions

  15. Pass34,628 miles (+3,456)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,628 miles
    Test number
    759766565590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,172 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    31,172 miles
    Test number
    198342334386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,467 miles (+3,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    27,467 miles
    Test number
    346463233363
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass23,473 miles (+3,832)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    23,473 miles
    Test number
    467205732390
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass19,641 miles (+3,336)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,641 miles
    Test number
    779086931329
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass16,305 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    16,305 miles
    Test number
    141580930373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,662 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    13,662 miles
    Test number
    961630929386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    12,468 miles
    Test number
    490380138347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VRD

Does LS55 VRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VRD is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VRD?
The MOT on LS55 VRD is valid until 16 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 VRD done?
LS55 VRD was recorded at 63,593 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 2,969 miles a year.
Has LS55 VRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VRD has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 VRD 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 VRD find?
LS55 VRD passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, both sides; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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