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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LS55 XGRMOT history

LS55 XGR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 79,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LS55 XGR silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
79,011 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 XGR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 XGR was last recorded at 79,011 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 4,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,751 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,260 miles
Average per year
3,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,011 miles
  • 2025 – 74,751 miles
  • 2024 – 68,446 miles
  • 2023 – 62,327 miles
  • 2022 – 50,815 miles
  • 2021 – 36,944 miles
  • 2020 – 35,622 miles
  • 2019 – 34,074 miles
  • 2018 – 32,088 miles
  • 2016 – 29,542 miles
  • 2015 – 26,597 miles
  • 2014 – 23,197 miles
  • 2013 – 20,388 miles
  • 2012 – 18,086 miles
  • 2011 – 16,519 miles
  • 2009 – 14,517 miles
  • 2008 – 14,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,011 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryUbcc

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,011 miles (+4,260)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    79,011 miles
    Test number
    488483214712
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUbcc

  2. Pass74,751 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    74,751 miles
    Test number
    115837026485
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail74,751 miles (+6,305)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,751 miles
    Test number
    526305762271
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass68,446 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    68,446 miles
    Test number
    215422113652
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail68,446 miles (+6,119)2 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,446 miles
    Test number
    551535868501
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,327 miles (+11,512)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,327 miles
    Test number
    318104982352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,815 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    195443604060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail50,815 miles (+13,871)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    336598675354
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached Incorrectly mounted (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass36,944 miles (+1,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    36,944 miles
    Test number
    453736151023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass35,622 miles (+1,548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,622 miles
    Test number
    781328814909
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass34,074 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    34,074 miles
    Test number
    476706885753
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Fail34,073 miles (+1,985)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,073 miles
    Test number
    880267946842
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass32,088 miles (+2,546)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    32,088 miles
    Test number
    705532123657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    29,542 miles
    Test number
    101175772395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,542 miles (+2,945)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,542 miles
    Test number
    214906269636
    • FailureNearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass26,597 miles (+3,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    26,597 miles
    Test number
    575207038919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass23,197 miles (+2,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    23,197 miles
    Test number
    797253664313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass20,388 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    20,388 miles
    Test number
    659515453306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,086 miles (+1,567)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    18,086 miles
    Test number
    426943862347
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a cut on a side wall but not deep enought to reach the cord
    • NoteTwo rear tyres side wall perish

  20. Pass16,519 miles (+1,552)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    16,519 miles
    Test number
    536771651342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,967 miles (+450)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    14,967 miles
    Test number
    659054501014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,517 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    14,517 miles
    Test number
    712814969340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    14,126 miles
    Test number
    254936528369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 XGR

Does LS55 XGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 XGR is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 XGR?
The MOT on LS55 XGR is valid until 5 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 XGR done?
LS55 XGR was recorded at 79,011 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 3,770 miles a year.
Has LS55 XGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 XGR has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 XGR 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 XGR find?
LS55 XGR passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear brake pipe slightly damaged, and 2 more.

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