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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB54 UNFMOT history

LB54 UNF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 121,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2025
Mileage
121,523 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 UNF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 UNF was last recorded at 121,523 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,507 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,523 miles
  • 2023 – 115,564 miles
  • 2022 – 114,723 miles
  • 2021 – 113,511 miles
  • 2020 – 111,824 miles
  • 2019 – 109,795 miles
  • 2018 – 107,916 miles
  • 2016 – 105,811 miles
  • 2015 – 101,575 miles
  • 2014 – 96,416 miles
  • 2013 – 92,046 miles
  • 2012 – 88,875 miles
  • 2011 – 82,107 miles
  • 2010 – 77,175 miles
  • 2009 – 72,467 miles
  • 2008 – 49,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,523 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged flexi (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,523 miles (+16)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    121,523 miles
    Test number
    640210215162
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged flexi (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail121,507 miles (+5,943)4 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,507 miles
    Test number
    291429722802
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged flexi (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged flexi (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass115,564 miles (+841)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,564 miles
    Test number
    809316970692
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass114,723 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    114,723 miles
    Test number
    499262560306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,511 miles (+1,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,511 miles
    Test number
    479817353706
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass111,824 miles (+2,029)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,824 miles
    Test number
    266039579021
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass109,795 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,795 miles
    Test number
    549892363515
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail109,795 miles (+1,879)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,795 miles
    Test number
    450663996640
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass107,916 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    107,916 miles
    Test number
    797327861268
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Fail107,916 miles (+2,105)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,916 miles
    Test number
    439037475259
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass105,811 miles (+4,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,811 miles
    Test number
    828620328586
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass101,575 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,575 miles
    Test number
    570493281816
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating/leaking

  13. Fail101,575 miles (+5,159)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,575 miles
    Test number
    251823872176
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating/leaking

  14. Pass96,416 miles (+4,370)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,416 miles
    Test number
    177816674227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,046 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,046 miles
    Test number
    596417383253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,875 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    886491332282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,841 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,841 miles
    Test number
    267118322268
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front wiper in poor condition

  18. Fail88,834 miles (+2,074)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,834 miles
    Test number
    175428022223
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Fail86,760 miles (+4,653)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,760 miles
    Test number
    926085762074
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  20. Pass82,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    82,107 miles
    Test number
    626314351083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,107 miles (+4,932)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,107 miles
    Test number
    816504751083
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass77,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    77,175 miles
    Test number
    120704250429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,175 miles (+4,708)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,175 miles
    Test number
    920874250054
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass72,467 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,467 miles
    Test number
    471420649049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,647 miles (+21,863)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    952638409064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,784 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,784 miles
    Test number
    641723308057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR TYRE TREADS UNEVEN AND CLOSE TO LIMITS

Questions about LB54 UNF

Does LB54 UNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 UNF expired on 12 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 UNF?
The MOT on LB54 UNF expired on 12 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 UNF done?
LB54 UNF was recorded at 121,523 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 4,431 miles a year.
Has LB54 UNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 UNF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 UNF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 UNF find?
LB54 UNF passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 5 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear brake hose slightly damaged flexi, and 7 more.

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