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Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LS55 YNJMOT history

LS55 YNJ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 221,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2024.

LS55 YNJ grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2025
Mileage
221,139 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 YNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 YNJ was last recorded at 221,139 miles on 28 Oct 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,131 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
11,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 221,139 miles
  • 2023 – 214,472 miles
  • 2022 – 204,065 miles
  • 2021 – 198,574 miles
  • 2020 – 196,254 miles
  • 2019 – 185,023 miles
  • 2018 – 173,126 miles
  • 2017 – 158,051 miles
  • 2016 – 132,996 miles
  • 2015 – 124,340 miles
  • 2014 – 114,700 miles
  • 2013 – 104,534 miles
  • 2011 – 94,530 miles
  • 2010 – 76,017 miles
  • 2009 – 57,980 miles
  • 2008 – 39,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,139 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront wings rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside windscreen marked
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower headlight bolt missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens cracked

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,139 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    221,139 miles
    Test number
    617756739485
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wings rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen marked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower headlight bolt missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens cracked

  2. Fail221,139 miles (+8)2 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,139 miles
    Test number
    381655935397
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wings rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen marked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower headlight bolt missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens cracked

  3. Fail221,131 miles (+6,659)5 major5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,131 miles
    Test number
    791354903638
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 2.74 plate number0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all boots (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tires worn both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wings rusty
    • AdvisoryWindscreen marked

  4. Pass214,472 miles (+33)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    214,472 miles
    Test number
    896742152262
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail214,439 miles (+10,374)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,439 miles
    Test number
    137262065648
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass204,065 miles (+5,491)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    204,065 miles
    Test number
    112650219795
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass198,574 miles (+1)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    198,574 miles
    Test number
    923105273488
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp pattern weak o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryPad wear light illuminated
    • AdvisoryServo assistance slightly weak

  8. Fail198,573 miles (+2,319)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,573 miles
    Test number
    751984920795
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryServo assistance weak

  9. Pass196,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    196,254 miles
    Test number
    522322604044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner insecure

  10. Fail196,254 miles (+11,231)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,254 miles
    Test number
    635003314535
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner insecure

  11. Pass185,023 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    185,023 miles
    Test number
    109025332935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail184,900 miles (+11,774)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,900 miles
    Test number
    839310047810
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass173,126 miles (+515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    173,126 miles
    Test number
    935089522337
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail172,611 miles (+14,560)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,611 miles
    Test number
    187278967090
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass158,051 miles (+658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    158,051 miles
    Test number
    191563997170
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam patterns poor.

  16. Fail157,393 miles (+24,397)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,393 miles
    Test number
    682126216800
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam patterns poor.

  17. Pass132,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    132,996 miles
    Test number
    123047170078
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  18. Fail132,996 miles (+8,656)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,996 miles
    Test number
    322402875241
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  19. Pass124,340 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    124,340 miles
    Test number
    948434745055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail124,274 miles (+9,574)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,274 miles
    Test number
    388720345077
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass114,700 miles (+10,166)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    114,700 miles
    Test number
    895152644042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass104,534 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    104,534 miles
    Test number
    606462743013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  23. Fail104,534 miles (+10,004)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,534 miles
    Test number
    715602043006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  24. Pass94,530 miles (+18,513)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    94,530 miles
    Test number
    419060051321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,017 miles (+18,037)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    76,017 miles
    Test number
    914420650357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,980 miles (+18,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,980 miles
    Test number
    423546159344
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass39,343 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    39,343 miles
    Test number
    722954858325
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre has a screw in the tread

Questions about LS55 YNJ

Does LS55 YNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 YNJ expired on 1 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 YNJ?
The MOT on LS55 YNJ expired on 1 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 YNJ done?
LS55 YNJ was recorded at 221,139 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2024, an average of 11,464 miles a year.
Has LS55 YNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 YNJ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 YNJ 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 YNJ find?
LS55 YNJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2024 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all; nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light, and 6 more.

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