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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LS55 YMDMOT history

LS55 YMD is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

LS55 YMD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
162,097 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 YMD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 YMD was last recorded at 162,097 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 6,750 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,347 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,750 miles
Average per year
7,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,097 miles
  • 2025 – 155,347 miles
  • 2024 – 145,150 miles
  • 2023 – 137,435 miles
  • 2022 – 128,772 miles
  • 2021 – 122,408 miles
  • 2020 – 116,790 miles
  • 2019 – 103,124 miles
  • 2018 – 90,814 miles
  • 2017 – 79,605 miles
  • 2016 – 65,991 miles
  • 2015 – 56,850 miles
  • 2014 – 52,016 miles
  • 2013 – 50,393 miles
  • 2012 – 48,169 miles
  • 2011 – 44,993 miles
  • 2010 – 39,988 miles
  • 2009 – 37,380 miles
  • 2008 – 33,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,097 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,097 miles (+6,750)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    162,097 miles
    Test number
    470697773633
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass155,347 miles (+10,197)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    155,347 miles
    Test number
    527897642053
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass145,150 miles (+7,715)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    145,150 miles
    Test number
    616078713656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,435 miles (+8,663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,435 miles
    Test number
    435947439936
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,772 miles (+6,364)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    128,772 miles
    Test number
    344479505627
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass122,408 miles (+5,618)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,408 miles
    Test number
    924805990147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,790 miles (+13,666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,790 miles
    Test number
    189973702125
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,124 miles (+12,310)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,124 miles
    Test number
    888086907785
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass90,814 miles (+11,209)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,814 miles
    Test number
    188132724152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,605 miles (+13,614)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,605 miles
    Test number
    917053003668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,991 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,991 miles
    Test number
    908985515783
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

  12. Fail65,987 miles (+9,137)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,987 miles
    Test number
    761984820694
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

  13. Pass56,850 miles (+4,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,850 miles
    Test number
    577273005190
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass52,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,016 miles
    Test number
    515604804177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,016 miles (+1,623)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,016 miles
    Test number
    287854304115
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass50,393 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,393 miles
    Test number
    729946883024
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  17. Fail50,392 miles (+2,223)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,392 miles
    Test number
    289412583002
    • DangerousSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  18. Pass48,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,169 miles
    Test number
    509683872099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,169 miles (+3,176)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,169 miles
    Test number
    178393072055
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing close to legal limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre ring around inner tyre wall been run flat

  20. Pass44,993 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,993 miles
    Test number
    816869861074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,988 miles (+5,000)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,988 miles
    Test number
    666558661089
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

  22. Pass39,988 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,988 miles
    Test number
    462294740020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,380 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,380 miles
    Test number
    202216539015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,994 miles
    Test number
    473320248388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,994 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,994 miles
    Test number
    862510248396
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LS55 YMD

Does LS55 YMD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 YMD is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 YMD?
The MOT on LS55 YMD is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 YMD done?
LS55 YMD was recorded at 162,097 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 7,186 miles a year.
Has LS55 YMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 YMD has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on LS55 YMD 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 YMD find?
LS55 YMD passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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