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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LX55 ZDCMOT history

LX55 ZDC is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 78,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

LX55 ZDC grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2026
Mileage
78,230 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 ZDC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 ZDC was last recorded at 78,230 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 11,374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,856 miles · 25 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
11,374 miles
Average per year
3,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,230 miles
  • 2022 – 66,856 miles
  • 2021 – 61,822 miles
  • 2020 – 59,847 miles
  • 2019 – 59,141 miles
  • 2018 – 57,904 miles
  • 2017 – 56,082 miles
  • 2016 – 54,247 miles
  • 2015 – 51,343 miles
  • 2014 – 48,381 miles
  • 2013 – 44,020 miles
  • 2012 – 39,607 miles
  • 2011 – 33,991 miles
  • 2010 – 29,531 miles
  • 2009 – 23,533 miles
  • 2008 – 17,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,230 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,230 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    78,230 miles
    Test number
    142764291927
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail78,230 miles (+11,374)1 repaired4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,230 miles
    Test number
    829647011233
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass66,856 miles (+5,034)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,856 miles
    Test number
    353858813512
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Backing plate corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass61,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,822 miles
    Test number
    115136856082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail61,822 miles (+1,975)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,822 miles
    Test number
    875639456199
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass59,847 miles (+706)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,847 miles
    Test number
    135053170797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass59,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,141 miles
    Test number
    533917481447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail59,140 miles (+1,236)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,140 miles
    Test number
    998167766816
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass57,904 miles (+1,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,904 miles
    Test number
    452874950286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass56,082 miles (+1,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,082 miles
    Test number
    560130364828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake is slightly binding

  11. Pass54,247 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,247 miles
    Test number
    443973096735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,343 miles (+2,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,343 miles
    Test number
    834377357924
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s slower and lower (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread worn low

  13. Pass48,381 miles (+4,361)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,381 miles
    Test number
    219194254214
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread worn low on the outer section

  14. Pass44,020 miles (+4,413)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,020 miles
    Test number
    795255443228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,607 miles (+5,616)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,607 miles
    Test number
    658401762294
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread wearing low

  16. Pass33,991 miles (+4,460)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,991 miles
    Test number
    889945751279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,531 miles
    Test number
    424458650239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,531 miles (+5,998)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,531 miles
    Test number
    813628750248
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass23,533 miles (+5,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,533 miles
    Test number
    571720369233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail17,903 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,903 miles
    Test number
    284206358271
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass17,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,903 miles
    Test number
    403006158298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 ZDC

Does LX55 ZDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 ZDC expired on 28 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 ZDC?
The MOT on LX55 ZDC expired on 28 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 ZDC done?
LX55 ZDC was recorded at 78,230 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 3,575 miles a year.
Has LX55 ZDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 ZDC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 ZDC 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 LX55 ZDC find?
LX55 ZDC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 6 more.

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