VOLKSWAGEN MD55CWR MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	GOLF
Colour	BLACK
Year of manufacture	2006
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Jan 2006
Vehicle age	20 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	08 Dec 2020
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Long-term owner — stable
Estimated current ownership	5.6 years

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,390 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	166 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~42 MPG
Environmental rating	2/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£1,127

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✗ Untaxed Tax due: 31 Jan 2026

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✗ MOT Expired Expires: 08 Jul 2026

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: MD55CWR

MOT Expires In

days (08 Jul 2026)

Tax Expires In

days (31 Jan 2026)

Registration	MD55CWR
MOT status	✗ Expired
MOT expiry date	08 Jul 2026
MOT days remaining	0 days
Tax status	Untaxed
Tax due date	31 Jan 2026
Tax days remaining	0 days
V5C last issued	08 Dec 2020
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	2168 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Very Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	1.8 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	95% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Worsening
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Near class average
MOT History Score	20/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	66/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£2,027 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,127
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£900
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Suspension & Steering
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	✓ Long-term ownership
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~0.8 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2006), BLACK, PETROL, 1,390cc. Has completed 24 MOT tests, with a 67% pass rate (16 passed, 8 failed). Recorded 142,739 miles, averaging 8,671 miles/yr. 54 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 18/100 (Very Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2026-07-08
MOT pass rate	67%
Tests passed	16
Tests failed	8
Dangerous defects (total)	0
Major defects (total)	12
Minor defects (total)	8
Advisory items (total)	54
Pass / Fail trend	Worsening
vs. UK class average	Near class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (24 Tests)

MOT #24 2025-07-09 16:23

Test number: 656910289482

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 08 Jul 2026

Odometer: 142,739 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £150 – £400

MOT #23 2025-07-09 16:23

Test number: 890388032467

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 142,739 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £200 – £700

MOT #22 2024-02-07 17:07

Test number: 754836021767

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 06 Feb 2025

Odometer: 136,015 MI

Items: 7

Advisory Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Upper Gearbox mounting defective both sides
Advisory Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear sides bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £620 – £2,180

MOT #21 2024-02-06 15:10

Test number: 748256617097

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 136,012 MI

Items: 10

Advisory Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Upper Gearbox mounting defective both sides
Major Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Major Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Advisory Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear sides bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £950 – £4,680

MOT #20 2023-01-09 10:19

Test number: 724845386340

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 08 Jan 2024

Odometer: 129,640 MI

Items: 4

Minor Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Minor Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £340 – £1,200

MOT #19 2021-12-16 15:46

Test number: 704503806722

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Dec 2022

Odometer: 122,741 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REALLY SLIM ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £250 – £910

MOT #18 2021-12-15 12:02

Test number: 106897807961

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 122,734 MI

Items: 9

Major Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Minor Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Major Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH SIDES NEED BUFFING (4.1.2 (c))
Advisory Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REALLY SLIM ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
Major Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £470 – £2,260

MOT #17 2021-10-15 11:59

Test number: 665026245688

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 122,454 MI

Items: 11

Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Major Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £805 – £4,440

MOT #16 2020-10-16 11:58

Test number: 707364071474

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Oct 2021

Odometer: 116,757 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £275 – £750

MOT #15 2019-09-11 15:25

Test number: 942419437924

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Oct 2020

Odometer: 107,800 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Minor Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Minor Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £280 – £1,600

MOT #14 2018-10-08 11:52

Test number: 700578445840

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Oct 2019

Odometer: 93,332 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600

MOT #13 2018-10-02 10:50

Test number: 689169225927

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 93,309 MI

Items: 7

Minor Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Minor Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Major Offside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Major Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Major Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened hitting subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £480 – £2,300

MOT #12 2017-09-14 12:41

Test number: 203080336506

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 13 Sep 2018

Odometer: 83,783 MI

Items: 6

Advisory Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Advisory Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Advisory Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £320 – £1,560

MOT #11 2016-05-19 12:41

Test number: 113312224476

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 May 2017

Odometer: 75,303 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600

MOT #10 2014-11-12 08:53

Test number: 528316414350

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Nov 2015

Odometer: 64,636 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Advisory Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Advisory 2 REAR TYRES RUBBER STARTING TO DETERIORATE

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £310 – £2,480

MOT #9 2014-11-11 11:44

Test number: 227285814304

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 64,634 MI

Items: 5

Fail Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Fail Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Advisory Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Advisory 2 REAR TYRES RUBBER STARTING TO DETERIORATE

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £430 – £2,840

MOT #8 2014-02-06 09:56

Test number: 219637834045

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 05 Feb 2015

Odometer: 61,241 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #7 2013-02-04 11:12

Test number: 945775233085

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 03 Feb 2014

Odometer: 55,712 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £80 – £400

MOT #6 2012-02-02 12:15

Test number: 747393432079

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 01 Feb 2013

Odometer: 49,134 MI

Items: 1

Advisory both front tyres on legal limit

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #5 2011-01-20 11:32

Test number: 218620221059

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 26 Jan 2012

Odometer: 41,484 MI

Items: 1

Advisory front tyres worn

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #4 2011-01-20 11:32

Test number: 176660521093

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 41,484 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory front tyres worn

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £160 – £580

MOT #3 2010-01-27 11:22

Test number: 590367320089

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 26 Jan 2011

Odometer: 34,598 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #2 2010-01-26 14:10

Test number: 604306020054

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 34,598 MI

Items: 2

Fail Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
Fail Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600

MOT #1 2009-01-21 10:58

Test number: 961041929090

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 20 Jan 2010

Odometer: 27,460 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	24
First registration	2009-01-21
Last registration	2025-07-09
Latest reading	142,739 miles
Annual avg (est.)	8,671 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	122%
Mileage growth trend	Consistent use
Wear level	97% — Very High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2009-01-21	27,460 miles
Registration #2	2010-01-26	34,598 miles
Registration #3	2010-01-27	34,598 miles
Registration #4	2011-01-20	41,484 miles
Registration #5	2011-01-20	41,484 miles
Registration #6	2012-02-02	49,134 miles
Registration #7	2013-02-04	55,712 miles
Registration #8	2014-02-06	61,241 miles
Registration #9	2014-11-11	64,634 miles
Registration #10	2014-11-12	64,636 miles
Registration #11	2016-05-19	75,303 miles
Registration #12	2017-09-14	83,783 miles
Registration #13	2018-10-02	93,309 miles
Registration #14	2018-10-08	93,332 miles
Registration #15	2019-09-11	107,800 miles
Registration #16	2020-10-16	116,757 miles
Registration #17	2021-10-15	122,454 miles
Registration #18	2021-12-15	122,734 miles
Registration #19	2021-12-16	122,741 miles
Registration #20	2023-01-09	129,640 miles
Registration #21	2024-02-06	136,012 miles
Registration #22	2024-02-07	136,015 miles
Registration #23	2025-07-09	142,739 miles
Registration #24	2025-07-09	142,739 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Headlight	×3
Engine Work	×2
Ball Joint	×1
Exhaust System	×1
Suspension	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Tyres	×13
Oil Leak Repair	×7
Suspension	×6
Headlight	×6
Ball Joint	×4

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardAt 20 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.
arrow_forwardHigh mileage vehicle — check coolant system, gearbox oil, and driveshaft boots.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

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Major Defects

£1,060 – £7,100

12 defects found

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Minor Defects

£420 – £2,100

8 items found

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Advisory Items

£3,890 – £15,080

54 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£6,540 – £31,440

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£150 – £400

Most recent test

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£500

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£68

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£2,027

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.