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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

T55 DORMOT history

T55 DOR is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 154,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Aug 2027
Mileage
154,333 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 DOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 DOR was last recorded at 154,333 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 1,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,775 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,558 miles
Average per year
4,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,333 miles
  • 2025 – 152,775 miles
  • 2024 – 150,431 miles
  • 2023 – 148,510 miles
  • 2022 – 146,448 miles
  • 2021 – 144,478 miles
  • 2020 – 142,300 miles
  • 2019 – 139,390 miles
  • 2018 – 136,637 miles
  • 2017 – 130,712 miles
  • 2016 – 125,295 miles
  • 2014 – 122,777 miles
  • 2013 – 112,076 miles
  • 2012 – 104,204 miles
  • 2011 – 97,848 miles
  • 2010 – 91,703 miles
  • 2009 – 83,845 miles
  • 2008 – 78,245 miles
  • 2007 – 70,082 miles
  • 2006 – 60,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,333 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,333 miles (+1,558)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    154,333 miles
    Test number
    912937828658
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass152,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    152,775 miles
    Test number
    420637345978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail152,775 miles (+2,344)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,775 miles
    Test number
    445128220848
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass150,431 miles (+1,921)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    150,431 miles
    Test number
    456171852416
    • 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 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))

  5. Pass148,510 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    148,510 miles
    Test number
    845775296193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail148,476 miles (+2,028)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,476 miles
    Test number
    466449238226
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass146,448 miles (+1,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    146,448 miles
    Test number
    576660348311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass144,478 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    144,478 miles
    Test number
    109879951283
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail144,478 miles (+2,178)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,478 miles
    Test number
    670859665756
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass142,300 miles (+2,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    142,300 miles
    Test number
    250318519183
    • AdvisoryPlay both front suspension tops

  11. Pass139,390 miles (+2,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,390 miles
    Test number
    647001176055
    • AdvisoryBoth front cv boots perished

  12. Pass136,637 miles (+5,925)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    136,637 miles
    Test number
    943253672850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,712 miles (+5,417)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    130,712 miles
    Test number
    611844583839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,295 miles (+2,518)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    125,295 miles
    Test number
    345971751374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass122,777 miles (+10,701)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    122,777 miles
    Test number
    659411034357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,076 miles (+7,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    112,076 miles
    Test number
    517550783153
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass104,204 miles (+6,356)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    104,204 miles
    Test number
    736525182126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  18. Pass97,848 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    97,848 miles
    Test number
    745556791119
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKES JUDDERING
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKES DISCS CORRODED/WORN
    • NoteFLEXI FERRELS GREASED
    • NotePLASTIC UNDER TRAY FITTED COVER UNDERSIDE OF ENGINE

  19. Fail97,848 miles (+6,145)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,848 miles
    Test number
    887476291114
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKES JUDDERING
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKES DISCS CORRODED/WORN
    • NoteFLEXI FERRELS GREASED
    • NotePLASTIC UNDER TRAY FITTED COVER UNDERSIDE OF ENGINE

  20. Pass91,703 miles (+7,858)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,703 miles
    Test number
    644377290189
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteNSR tyre cracking
    • NoteBelongings in boot
    • NoteCambelt history??
    • NoteChild seaqt nsr

  21. Pass83,845 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    83,845 miles
    Test number
    431159669105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,245 miles (+8,163)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    78,245 miles
    Test number
    640119088144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,082 miles (+9,977)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,082 miles
    Test number
    543360497140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    60,105 miles
    Test number
    904529576106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 DOR

Does T55 DOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 DOR is valid until 30 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 DOR?
The MOT on T55 DOR is valid until 30 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 DOR done?
T55 DOR was recorded at 154,333 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 4,679 miles a year.
Has T55 DOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 DOR has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 DOR 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 T55 DOR find?
T55 DOR passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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