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VOLKSWAGEN

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LG05 LML
VOLKSWAGEN LG05 LML
MOTExpired
MOT due4 Apr 2026
First reg1 Mar 2005
Mileage77,916 mi
TaxTaxed
Tax due1 Oct 2026

Vehicle age

21 years and 4 months

Fuel

Petrol

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MOT history

As of 28 January 2026.

PASSED · 2 Apr 2025
Test date2 Apr 2025
Expiry4 Apr 2026
Test number928891486579
Mileage77,916 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
FAILED · 2 Apr 2025
Test date2 Apr 2025
Expiry
Test number255959781591
Mileage77,903 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
PASSED · 5 Apr 2024
Test date5 Apr 2024
Expiry4 Apr 2025
Test number968187464467
Mileage76,302 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisoryunder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded
Advisoryrear exhaust box corroded
AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
FAILED · 5 Apr 2024
Test date5 Apr 2024
Expiry
Test number252450790596
Mileage76,296 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides + cracking (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisoryunder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded
Advisoryrear exhaust box corroded
AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
PASSED · 20 Mar 2023
Test date20 Mar 2023
Expiry22 Mar 2024
Test number620628978851
Mileage74,272 mi
Advisoryrear exhaust box corroded
AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))
PASSED · 19 Mar 2022
Test date19 Mar 2022
Expiry22 Mar 2023
Test number463925686711
Mileage71,576 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
AdvisoryRear handbrake travel - nearside lazy
AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark seems to be contaminated (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
FAILED · 19 Mar 2022
Test date19 Mar 2022
Expiry
Test number365423035067
Mileage71,576 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
AdvisoryRear handbrake travel - nearside lazy
AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark seems to be contaminated (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
PrsNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
PrsOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
PASSED · 23 Mar 2021
Test date23 Mar 2021
Expiry22 Mar 2022
Test number609305859713
Mileage69,198 mi
AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
PASSED · 25 Jan 2020
Test date25 Jan 2020
Expiry31 Jan 2021
Test number851456672819
Mileage68,848 mi
AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & offside front (4.4.3 (a))
AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe braid damaged
AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch trim insecure
AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
PASSED · 28 Jan 2019
Test date28 Jan 2019
Expiry31 Jan 2020
Test number603411022355
Mileage61,460 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
FAILED · 28 Jan 2019
Test date28 Jan 2019
Expiry
Test number233317491081
Mileage61,460 mi
AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
PASSED · 1 Feb 2018
Test date1 Feb 2018
Expiry31 Jan 2019
Test number263572448911
Mileage54,523 mi
PASSED · 4 Apr 2017
Test date4 Apr 2017
Expiry15 Apr 2018
Test number117557223218
Mileage53,534 mi
PASSED · 9 Apr 2016
Test date9 Apr 2016
Expiry15 Apr 2017
Test number317724589183
Mileage52,565 mi
AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components
PASSED · 30 Mar 2015
Test date30 Mar 2015
Expiry15 Apr 2016
Test number665929185012
Mileage51,242 mi
AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
User EnteredEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
PASSED · 21 Mar 2014
Test date21 Mar 2014
Expiry15 Apr 2015
Test number856310584091
Mileage49,396 mi
PASSED · 16 Mar 2013
Test date16 Mar 2013
Expiry15 Apr 2014
Test number106875473049
Mileage47,561 mi
PASSED · 16 Apr 2012
Test date16 Apr 2012
Expiry15 Apr 2013
Test number166677002168
Mileage46,115 mi
FAILED · 12 Apr 2012
Test date12 Apr 2012
Expiry
Test number487963702127
Mileage46,115 mi
FailOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
PASSED · 12 Apr 2011
Test date12 Apr 2011
Expiry13 Apr 2012
Test number757902601148
Mileage44,486 mi
AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
FAILED · 12 Apr 2011
Test date12 Apr 2011
Expiry
Test number967362901100
Mileage44,486 mi
PrsOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
PASSED · 14 Apr 2010
Test date14 Apr 2010
Expiry13 Apr 2011
Test number272754400472
Mileage42,387 mi
AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
User EnteredNon obligatory mirror damaged
FAILED · 13 Apr 2010
Test date13 Apr 2010
Expiry
Test number342513500124
Mileage42,387 mi
FailOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FailNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FailOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
User EnteredNail in nearside rear tyre
User EnteredNon obligatory mirror damaged
PASSED · 24 Feb 2009
Test date24 Feb 2009
Expiry3 Mar 2010
Test number652545459032
Mileage33,411 mi
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User EnteredLeft front tyre has a cut in the side wall.
FAILED · 24 Feb 2009
Test date24 Feb 2009
Expiry
Test number690015859078
Mileage33,411 mi
FailNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FailOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FailNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FailWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User EnteredFront wiper blades are smeary.
User EnteredOnly one bulb working in right tail lamp.
User EnteredLeft front tyre has a cut in the side wall.
PASSED · 27 Feb 2008
Test date27 Feb 2008
Expiry3 Mar 2009
Test number642788858019
Mileage24,129 mi