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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 XYKMOT history

LS55 XYK is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

LS55 XYK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
110,266 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 XYK
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
23 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 XYK was last recorded at 110,266 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 4,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,047 miles · 8 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
4,219 miles
Average per year
5,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,266 miles
  • 2024 – 106,047 miles
  • 2023 – 100,000 miles
  • 2022 – 94,509 miles
  • 2021 – 88,739 miles
  • 2020 – 83,444 miles
  • 2019 – 78,090 miles
  • 2018 – 73,565 miles
  • 2017 – 69,382 miles
  • 2016 – 65,312 miles
  • 2015 – 62,246 miles
  • 2014 – 56,161 miles
  • 2013 – 50,764 miles
  • 2011 – 45,974 miles
  • 2010 – 40,125 miles
  • 2009 – 34,747 miles
  • 2008 – 26,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,266 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,266 miles (+4,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    110,266 miles
    Test number
    193707966965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,047 miles (+135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,047 miles
    Test number
    744465945709
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail105,912 miles (+5,912)3 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,912 miles
    Test number
    521107225720
    • DangerousCentral Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Lower Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,000 miles (+5,491)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    470348581075
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass94,509 miles (+5,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    548685522265
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass88,739 miles (+5,295)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,739 miles
    Test number
    165162023068
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,444 miles
    Test number
    916190808185
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaimnating (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail83,444 miles (+5,354)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,444 miles
    Test number
    372330477648
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaimnating (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass78,090 miles (+4,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,090 miles
    Test number
    518114577764
    • AdvisoryFront number plate delaminating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass73,565 miles (+4,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,565 miles
    Test number
    208243839290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass69,382 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,382 miles
    Test number
    589285204320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,312 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    971445094021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,246 miles (+6,085)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,246 miles
    Test number
    107135255041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/S/R tyre close to limit,cracking and has nail in tread.

  14. Pass56,161 miles (+5,397)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,161 miles
    Test number
    255987034056
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass50,764 miles (+4,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    50,764 miles
    Test number
    706090813004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass45,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    45,974 miles
    Test number
    157060751329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,974 miles (+5,849)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,974 miles
    Test number
    586910351312
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass40,125 miles (+5,378)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,125 miles
    Test number
    201774940389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,747 miles (+7,882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,747 miles
    Test number
    980707059353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,865 miles
    Test number
    291537958300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 XYK

Does LS55 XYK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 XYK expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 XYK?
The MOT on LS55 XYK expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 XYK done?
LS55 XYK was recorded at 110,266 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 5,125 miles a year.
Has LS55 XYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 XYK has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 XYK 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 XYK find?
LS55 XYK passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive.

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