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Grey · Diesel · 2017 · 1,598 cc

P555 MSMMOT history

P555 MSM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2017. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 198,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

P555 MSM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
198,744 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
30,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 MSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
23 May 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P555 MSM was last recorded at 198,744 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 32,519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,225 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
32,519 miles
Average per year
30,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,744 miles
  • 2025 – 166,225 miles
  • 2024 – 129,059 miles
  • 2023 – 99,829 miles
  • 2022 – 67,167 miles
  • 2021 – 32,549 miles
  • 2020 – 10,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,744 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Bumper damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 15 May 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    198,744 miles
    Test number
    965740885200
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail198,744 miles (+32,519)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,744 miles
    Test number
    622449434936
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass166,225 miles (+37,166)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    166,225 miles
    Test number
    816397063694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper damage
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass129,059 miles (+29,230)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    129,059 miles
    Test number
    138816771622
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BUMPER DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACK (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass99,829 miles (+32,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,829 miles
    Test number
    813746071911
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass67,167 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,167 miles
    Test number
    253312078195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,145 miles (+34,596)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,145 miles
    Test number
    915726453714
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass32,549 miles (+21,838)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    32,549 miles
    Test number
    850852662631
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass10,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    10,711 miles
    Test number
    310481140505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    559256737210
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about P555 MSM

Does P555 MSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P555 MSM is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on P555 MSM?
The MOT on P555 MSM is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P555 MSM done?
P555 MSM was recorded at 198,744 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 30,964 miles a year.
Has P555 MSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 MSM has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on P555 MSM 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 P555 MSM find?
P555 MSM passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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