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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LM54 AXFMOT history

LM54 AXF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 161,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2024.

LM54 AXF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
161,705 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 AXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 AXF was last recorded at 161,705 miles on 24 Aug 2024, 15,992 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,713 miles · 21 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
15,992 miles
Average per year
6,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,705 miles
  • 2023 – 145,713 miles
  • 2022 – 135,563 miles
  • 2021 – 129,915 miles
  • 2020 – 124,942 miles
  • 2019 – 119,530 miles
  • 2018 – 114,937 miles
  • 2017 – 108,398 miles
  • 2016 – 100,716 miles
  • 2015 – 88,153 miles
  • 2014 – 78,599 miles
  • 2013 – 73,081 miles
  • 2012 – 66,930 miles
  • 2011 – 63,227 miles
  • 2010 – 60,383 miles
  • 2009 – 56,719 miles
  • 2008 – 48,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,705 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs look worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspensions components corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2016

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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,705 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    161,705 miles
    Test number
    245900070892
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs look worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspensions components corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail161,705 miles (+15,992)2 repaired15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,705 miles
    Test number
    206218404519
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs look worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspensions components corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass145,713 miles (+113)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    145,713 miles
    Test number
    799716515628
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 susp. spring corroded ; front and back (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail145,600 miles (+10,037)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,600 miles
    Test number
    180625802284
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass135,563 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,563 miles
    Test number
    663486867255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail135,556 miles (+5,641)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,556 miles
    Test number
    223495862809
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill affected (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill affected (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass129,915 miles (+4,973)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,915 miles
    Test number
    916111233537
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass124,942 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,942 miles
    Test number
    389989322401
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail124,940 miles (+5,410)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,940 miles
    Test number
    854976817568
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass119,530 miles (+4,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,530 miles
    Test number
    440900046885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass114,937 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    114,937 miles
    Test number
    954650606933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,936 miles (+6,538)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,936 miles
    Test number
    974893042853
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass108,398 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,398 miles
    Test number
    434052394091
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Fail108,397 miles (+7,681)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,397 miles
    Test number
    179573131081
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both rearmost bottom wishbone bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Pass100,716 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,716 miles
    Test number
    428943706504
    • AdvisoryCorroded underside but still solid
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail100,716 miles (+12,563)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,716 miles
    Test number
    445480876266
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorroded underside but still solid
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass88,153 miles (+9,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,153 miles
    Test number
    475580111671
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass78,599 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    78,599 miles
    Test number
    118576664279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,434 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,434 miles
    Test number
    445544734095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail77,434 miles (+4,353)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,434 miles
    Test number
    125004334420
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass73,081 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,081 miles
    Test number
    675143533049
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges slightly
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail73,081 miles (+6,151)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,081 miles
    Test number
    106613333444
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges slightly
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass66,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,930 miles
    Test number
    145578122472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,930 miles (+3,703)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,930 miles
    Test number
    247638222004
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass63,227 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    63,227 miles
    Test number
    797012421045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,383 miles (+3,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,383 miles
    Test number
    422572430043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass56,719 miles (+8,448)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    813614139022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    771021438074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 AXF

Does LM54 AXF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 AXF expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 AXF?
The MOT on LM54 AXF expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 AXF done?
LM54 AXF was recorded at 161,705 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2024, an average of 6,848 miles a year.
Has LM54 AXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 AXF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 AXF 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 LM54 AXF find?
LM54 AXF passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2024 with 15 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box; front coil spring corroded both; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm, outer bush, and 12 more.

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