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2015 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · LR65 SYJ

LR65 SYJ

2015 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 18 Sept 2015. Recorded mileage 145,218 miles. MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2015 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 29 Sept 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
145,218 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 29 Sept 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2015
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle shows a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care, with the most recent MOT on 9 September 2025 at 145,218 miles passing only after several failures. The maintenance trend appears unstable, characterized by frequent failures due to neglected consumables. The tester flagged a split offside front outer drive shaft CV boot and multiple tyres reaching or exceeding legal wear limits during the 2025 failure. This follows a similar pattern in 2024, where the vehicle failed on badly worn tyres and serious fluid leaks from the offside front shock absorber. The mileage accumulation is high for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,202 miles per year. The data shows consistent, heavy usage, with the mileage increasing by nearly 20,000 miles between the September 2023 and September 2024 tests, and another 19,000 miles in the following year. This high annual mileage explains the accelerated wear on mechanical components, though the frequent MOT failures suggest that the owner often waits for components to reach a critical state before addressing them. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and drivetrain. The history shows recurring issues with shock absorbers, specifically leaking units noted in 2019 and again in 2024. The recent CV boot failure in 2025 indicates potential issues with drive shaft integrity that require verification. Furthermore, the brake system shows a chronic trend of thin pads and pitted or scored discs, first appearing in 2023 and persisting through 2024. The repeated tyre failures across multiple years, including 2021, 2024, and 2025, suggest a lack of basic upkeep regarding tyre tread and edge wear. Any prospective buyer must check the current condition of all four tyres and inspect the underside for any signs of oil leaks or structural corrosion that may have developed following the high-mileage usage. The recent passing of the MOT provides a clean slate, but the historical data points to a vehicle that has been driven hard with minimal preventative maintenance.
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LR65 SYJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2025
  • 145,218 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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LR65 SYJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Jul 2026, 20:31
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Volkswagen Golf (LR65 SYJ) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 09 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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LR65 SYJ Mileage History

  1. 23/09/2023105,331 mi
  2. 28/09/2024125,899 mi+20,568 mi
  3. 28/09/2024125,899 mi
  4. 09/09/2025145,213 mi+19,314 mi
  5. 09/09/2025145,218 mi+5 mi

Average of roughly 20,311 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
38
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
1 dangerous defects found recently
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