The road tax status for LR55 XRL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LR55 XRL?

The MOT for LR55 XRL is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 February 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of LR55 XRL?

The recorded mileage for LR55 XRL is 237,446 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LR55 XRL ULEZ compliant?

No, LR55 XRL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · LR55 XRL

LR55 XRL

2005 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 02/11/2005. Recorded mileage 237,446 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
MOT Status: Valid until 06/02/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 237,446 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 06/02/2025

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Mileage: 237,446 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 1968cc

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LR55 XRL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 10/02/2025
237,446 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
13 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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LR55 XRL Mileage History

24/01/2023192,405 mi
07/02/2023192,409 mi+4 mi
07/02/2024209,419 mi+17,010 mi
10/02/2025237,446 mi+28,027 mi

Average of roughly 21,996 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

LR55 XRL MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 14:52

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf (LR55 XRL) between January 2023 and February 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 10 February 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill front to rear (7.1.1”; “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill front to rear (7.1.”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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