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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB54 EKZMOT history

LB54 EKZ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2021 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 131,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2021
Mileage
131,662 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2021
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 EKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 EKZ was last recorded at 131,662 miles on 27 Oct 2021, 5,132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 May 2019: 118,620 miles, lower than 118,630 miles on 30 Apr 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,530 miles · 30 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
5,132 miles
Average per year
7,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 131,662 miles
  • 2020 – 126,530 miles
  • 2019 – 118,620 miles
  • 2018 – 112,979 miles
  • 2017 – 98,899 miles
  • 2016 – 81,490 miles
  • 2015 – 79,438 miles
  • 2014 – 73,837 miles
  • 2013 – 68,969 miles
  • 2012 – 62,754 miles
  • 2011 – 54,179 miles
  • 2010 – 46,740 miles
  • 2009 – 40,703 miles
  • 2008 – 33,174 miles
  • 2007 – 24,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,662 miles
  • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn badly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,662 miles (+5,132)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,662 miles
    Test number
    766517992033
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn badly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass126,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,530 miles
    Test number
    949018966763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail126,530 miles (+7,910)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,530 miles
    Test number
    333432257028
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass118,620 miles (-10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    550730239318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail118,630 miles (+5,651)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,630 miles
    Test number
    217706657324
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass112,979 miles (+14,080)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    112,979 miles
    Test number
    745271194211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass98,899 miles (+17,409)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,899 miles
    Test number
    947251537450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,490 miles (+2,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,490 miles
    Test number
    137723741926
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass79,438 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,438 miles
    Test number
    275315788185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn , right on 1.6mm limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail79,438 miles (+5,601)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,438 miles
    Test number
    417237209393
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 55 r16 91v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn , right on 1.6mm limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass73,837 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    335884544327
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a worn inner edge

  12. Fail73,835 miles (+4,866)5 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,835 miles
    Test number
    788082344321
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a worn inner edge

  13. Pass68,969 miles (+6,215)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    68,969 miles
    Test number
    469805943392
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel hard to turn
    • NoteOfside front wiper blade deteriorated

  14. Pass62,754 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    62,754 miles
    Test number
    788385042335
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted Nearside front
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail62,749 miles (+8,570)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,749 miles
    Test number
    759535042310
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted Nearside front
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass54,179 miles (+7,439)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,179 miles
    Test number
    227429921398
    • 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)
    • NotePlastic under trays fitted at time of test

  17. Pass46,740 miles (+5)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,740 miles
    Test number
    512377420388
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc's worn

  18. Fail46,735 miles (+6,032)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,735 miles
    Test number
    474756520318
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc's worn

  19. Pass40,703 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,703 miles
    Test number
    934873649355
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail40,611 miles (+7,437)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,611 miles
    Test number
    941771449381
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass33,174 miles (+8,472)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,174 miles
    Test number
    560114038392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass24,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,702 miles
    Test number
    972955447323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 EKZ

Does LB54 EKZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 EKZ expired on 30 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 EKZ?
The MOT on LB54 EKZ expired on 30 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 EKZ done?
LB54 EKZ was recorded at 131,662 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2021, an average of 7,707 miles a year.
Has LB54 EKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 EKZ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB54 EKZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 EKZ find?
LB54 EKZ failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2021 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn badly perished; nearside front headlamp aim too high; nearside integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 5 more.

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