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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB54 YAVMOT history

LB54 YAV is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 148,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2025
Mileage
148,702 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2024
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 YAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 YAV was last recorded at 148,702 miles on 11 Dec 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,698 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,702 miles
  • 2023 – 147,760 miles
  • 2022 – 144,713 miles
  • 2021 – 140,884 miles
  • 2018 – 138,738 miles
  • 2017 – 136,257 miles
  • 2016 – 132,974 miles
  • 2015 – 130,622 miles
  • 2014 – 127,190 miles
  • 2013 – 119,049 miles
  • 2012 – 107,743 miles
  • 2010 – 101,593 miles
  • 2009 – 91,051 miles
  • 2008 – 77,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,702 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine management light onRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper arm missing

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,702 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    148,702 miles
    Test number
    933960298889
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  2. Fail148,698 miles (+938)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,698 miles
    Test number
    483560124135
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror glass missing
  3. Pass147,760 miles (+8)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    147,760 miles
    Test number
    201763315558
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper arm missing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
  4. Fail147,752 miles (+3,039)6 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,752 miles
    Test number
    628707377665
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper arm missing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
  5. Pass144,713 miles (+17)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    144,713 miles
    Test number
    364769417137
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper arm missing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess dog bone (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords kerb damage to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnock on engine at idle
  6. Fail144,696 miles (+3,812)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,696 miles
    Test number
    404680593418
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush pulling out (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper arm missing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess dog bone (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords kerb damage to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnock on engine at idle
  7. Pass140,884 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,884 miles
    Test number
    863279513284
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear ns&os shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm broken/inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil residue on engine
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of car
  8. Fail140,884 miles (+2,146)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,884 miles
    Test number
    711455949614
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear ns&os shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm broken/inoperative
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant on min
    • AdvisoryOil residue on engine
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of car
  9. Pass138,738 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,738 miles
    Test number
    473349660749
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted o/s/r
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on min
    • AdvisoryHead lamp aims poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryStone chips in screen
  10. Fail138,737 miles (+2,480)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,737 miles
    Test number
    796324789258
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted o/s/r
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on min
    • AdvisoryHead lamp aims poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryStone chips in screen
  11. Pass136,257 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    136,257 miles
    Test number
    789419507367
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s outer sill
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen not effecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryMinor cuts to n/s/r tyre and worn on edges
  12. Fail136,257 miles (+3,283)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,257 miles
    Test number
    348721796207
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s outer sill
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen not effecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryMinor cuts to n/s/r tyre and worn on edges
  13. Pass132,974 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    132,974 miles
    Test number
    413302211656
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lenses foggy but image ok
    • AdvisoryFront undertray damaged and loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer cill damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on
  14. Fail132,974 miles (+2,352)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,974 miles
    Test number
    680366563137
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lenses foggy but image ok
    • AdvisoryFront undertray damaged and loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer cill damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on
  15. Pass130,622 miles (+62)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    130,622 miles
    Test number
    915799285041
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre splitting on the inside wall
  16. Fail130,560 miles (+3,370)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,560 miles
    Test number
    479658755086
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm rear mounting bush worn/torn near to limit
  17. Pass127,190 miles (+8,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    127,190 miles
    Test number
    608629154074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass119,049 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,049 miles
    Test number
    496977043036
    • NoteEngine management light on
  19. Fail119,043 miles (+11,300)1 dangerous6 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,043 miles
    Test number
    147072943463
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteSlight noise from offside rear wheel bearing when rotated
  20. Pass107,743 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    107,743 miles
    Test number
    235957712049
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEnginee fault warning light on at time of mot test
  21. Fail107,743 miles (+6,150)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,743 miles
    Test number
    365276512050
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEnginee fault warning light on at time of mot test
  22. Pass101,593 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    101,593 miles
    Test number
    630310130331
    • NoteManagement light pon
  23. Fail101,593 miles (+2,046)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,593 miles
    Test number
    720660630352
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteManagement light pon
  24. Fail99,547 miles (+8,496)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,547 miles
    Test number
    904555790037
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine stop check warning lamp illuminated indicating a fault
  25. Pass91,051 miles (+13,185)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    91,051 miles
    Test number
    213452919039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass77,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    692710138023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,866 miles4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    472048728088
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB54 YAV

Does LB54 YAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 YAV expired on 10 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 YAV?
The MOT on LB54 YAV expired on 10 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 YAV done?
LB54 YAV was recorded at 148,702 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2024, an average of 4,199 miles a year.
Has LB54 YAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 YAV has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 YAV 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 YAV find?
LB54 YAV passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2024 with 1 advisory: engine management light on.

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