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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,600 cc

LM54 AXRMOT history

LM54 AXR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 107,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

LM54 AXR silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
107,182 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 AXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 AXR was last recorded at 107,182 miles on 18 Apr 2026, 6,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Oct 2013: 67,903 miles, lower than 678,898 miles on 30 Oct 2013.

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
100,920 miles · 18 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,262 miles
Average per year
4,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,182 miles
  • 2025 – 100,920 miles
  • 2024 – 98,897 miles
  • 2023 – 96,213 miles
  • 2022 – 93,444 miles
  • 2021 – 89,845 miles
  • 2020 – 87,302 miles
  • 2019 – 85,735 miles
  • 2018 – 82,558 miles
  • 2017 – 79,868 miles
  • 2016 – 73,566 miles
  • 2015 – 69,763 miles
  • 2013 – 67,903 miles
  • 2012 – 60,626 miles
  • 2011 – 52,460 miles
  • 2010 – 46,872 miles
  • 2009 – 41,711 miles
  • 2008 – 35,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,182 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 7 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,182 miles (+6,262)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    107,182 miles
    Test number
    239781633884
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass100,920 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    100,920 miles
    Test number
    847162532086
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail100,911 miles (+2,014)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,911 miles
    Test number
    747352927912
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,897 miles (+2,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,897 miles
    Test number
    310872034152
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive end (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,213 miles
    Test number
    655929493109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail96,213 miles (+2,769)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,213 miles
    Test number
    953520029784
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass93,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,444 miles
    Test number
    926086917248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,444 miles (+3,599)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,444 miles
    Test number
    494704598909
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass89,845 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    89,845 miles
    Test number
    651054069684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,842 miles (+2,540)13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,842 miles
    Test number
    208925654386
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,302 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    87,302 miles
    Test number
    435709932794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,299 miles (+1,564)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,299 miles
    Test number
    180680482908
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass85,735 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,735 miles
    Test number
    642336519090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail85,716 miles (+3,158)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,716 miles
    Test number
    240363489605
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn small front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass82,558 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,558 miles
    Test number
    126095652130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,557 miles (+2,689)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,557 miles
    Test number
    506544333151
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass79,868 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,868 miles
    Test number
    587672605921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,867 miles (+6,301)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    890315981428
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass73,566 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,566 miles
    Test number
    926051923764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,556 miles (+3,793)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,556 miles
    Test number
    551327890578
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass69,763 miles (+1,860)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,763 miles
    Test number
    165998445469
    • NoteAdvise N/S/F tyre wearing low
    • NoteAdvise front wishbone arms rear bushes beginning to perish

  22. Pass67,903 miles (-610,995)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,903 miles
    Test number
    628964603323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail678,898 miles (+618,272)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    678,898 miles
    Test number
    405293703342
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass60,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,626 miles
    Test number
    458954302433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,626 miles (+8,166)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,626 miles
    Test number
    407694502364
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass52,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,460 miles
    Test number
    678970201327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,460 miles (+5,588)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,460 miles
    Test number
    488410201352
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass46,872 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,872 miles
    Test number
    494752200423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail46,856 miles (+5,145)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,856 miles
    Test number
    173261200370
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  30. Pass41,711 miles (+6,491)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,711 miles
    Test number
    612214719368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass35,220 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,220 miles
    Test number
    162830628244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  32. Fail35,220 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,220 miles
    Test number
    780720828244
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

Questions about LM54 AXR

Does LM54 AXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 AXR is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 AXR?
The MOT on LM54 AXR is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 AXR done?
LM54 AXR was recorded at 107,182 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2026, an average of 4,067 miles a year.
Has LM54 AXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 AXR has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 AXR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 AXR find?
LM54 AXR passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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