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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 3,200 cc

X55 MEDMOT history

X55 MED is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 126,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2025.

X55 MED black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
126,555 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X55 MED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X55 MED was last recorded at 126,555 miles on 13 Mar 2025, 273 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,282 miles · 1 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
273 miles
Average per year
5,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,555 miles
  • 2023 – 126,282 miles
  • 2020 – 119,272 miles
  • 2019 – 113,293 miles
  • 2018 – 110,180 miles
  • 2017 – 105,257 miles
  • 2015 – 101,502 miles
  • 2014 – 79,715 miles
  • 2013 – 72,171 miles
  • 2012 – 62,888 miles
  • 2011 – 56,325 miles
  • 2010 – 45,295 miles
  • 2009 – 34,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,555 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Underside and suspension corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn smooth inneredge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust mounting rubbers worn (exhaust still secure)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,555 miles (+273)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,555 miles
    Test number
    814748856540
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,282 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    126,282 miles
    Test number
    945819654867
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and suspension corroded

  3. Fail126,279 miles (+7,007)1 dangerous5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,279 miles
    Test number
    230081870779
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside and suspension corroded

  4. Pass119,272 miles (+5,979)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,272 miles
    Test number
    260878490721
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive might be oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,293 miles
    Test number
    190261675313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,293 miles (+1,166)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,293 miles
    Test number
    940996638457
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass112,127 miles (+1,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,127 miles
    Test number
    536697462804
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers insecure
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inoperative

  8. Pass110,180 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,180 miles
    Test number
    607111628987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,177 miles (+4,920)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,177 miles
    Test number
    260365412757
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  10. Pass105,257 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    105,257 miles
    Test number
    561425925467
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn smooth inneredge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers worn (exhaust still secure)

  11. Fail105,257 miles (+3,755)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,257 miles
    Test number
    325807007750
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn smooth inneredge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers worn (exhaust still secure)

  12. Pass101,502 miles (+21,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,502 miles
    Test number
    952086880321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass79,715 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,715 miles
    Test number
    357759844228
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Fail79,715 miles (+7,544)3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,715 miles
    Test number
    709509544210
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass72,171 miles (+9,283)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    72,171 miles
    Test number
    579532943232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,888 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,888 miles
    Test number
    519462792265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,546 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,546 miles
    Test number
    995268022236
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking treads
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Fail61,546 miles (+5,221)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,546 miles
    Test number
    607598222221
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking treads
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Pass56,325 miles (+11,030)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,325 miles
    Test number
    829999001289
    • NoteSlight cut in o/s/r tyre

  20. Pass45,295 miles (+11,246)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,295 miles
    Test number
    382977710217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,049 miles
    Test number
    121599329263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X55 MED

Does X55 MED currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X55 MED expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X55 MED?
The MOT on X55 MED expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X55 MED done?
X55 MED was recorded at 126,555 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2025, an average of 5,941 miles a year.
Has X55 MED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X55 MED has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on X55 MED 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 X55 MED find?
X55 MED passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 2 more.

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