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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM54 KNJMOT history

LM54 KNJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 147,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2023.

LM54 KNJ grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2024
Mileage
147,189 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 KNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 KNJ was last recorded at 147,189 miles on 24 Apr 2023, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,150 miles · 17 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
7,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,189 miles
  • 2022 – 136,279 miles
  • 2021 – 124,100 miles
  • 2020 – 117,678 miles
  • 2019 – 113,768 miles
  • 2018 – 109,634 miles
  • 2017 – 104,732 miles
  • 2016 – 98,788 miles
  • 2015 – 92,780 miles
  • 2014 – 84,728 miles
  • 2013 – 76,068 miles
  • 2012 – 66,782 miles
  • 2011 – 58,409 miles
  • 2010 – 50,701 miles
  • 2009 – 42,877 miles
  • 2008 – 35,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,189 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiatorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi union (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,189 miles (+39)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    147,189 miles
    Test number
    721933114009
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi union (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail147,150 miles (+10,871)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,150 miles
    Test number
    732683709292
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed poor tailpipe sample, engine misfire and coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective opaque - beam image is weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi union (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass136,279 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,279 miles
    Test number
    881285641867
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail136,210 miles (+12,110)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,210 miles
    Test number
    293364704693
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,100 miles (+602)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    124,100 miles
    Test number
    745810026179
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear, nearside and offside-all perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake performance low

  6. Fail123,498 miles (+5,820)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,498 miles
    Test number
    711034073512
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear, nearside and offside-all perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake performance low

  7. Pass117,678 miles (+141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    117,678 miles
    Test number
    508408908981
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All 4....nearside front and rear, offside front and rear perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail117,537 miles (+3,769)3 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,537 miles
    Test number
    471498649479
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding Hanbrake cable/actuator or caliper possibly (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All 4....nearside front and rear, offside front and rear perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin unmeasurable but very low, advise inspection/replacement asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass113,768 miles (+4,134)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    113,768 miles
    Test number
    164815475551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,634 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    109,634 miles
    Test number
    855298710166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail109,624 miles (+4,892)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,624 miles
    Test number
    670086206272
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass104,732 miles (+5,944)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    104,732 miles
    Test number
    154990973926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,788 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    98,788 miles
    Test number
    144214016735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,780 miles (+6,000)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,780 miles
    Test number
    503404152192
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass92,780 miles (+8,052)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    92,780 miles
    Test number
    117903315044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,728 miles (+8,660)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,728 miles
    Test number
    878037714052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,068 miles (+9,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,068 miles
    Test number
    186805403012
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass66,782 miles (+8,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,782 miles
    Test number
    746748812094
    • 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)

  19. Pass58,409 miles (+7,708)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,409 miles
    Test number
    207878811006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,701 miles (+7,824)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,701 miles
    Test number
    271628110060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,877 miles (+6,908)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    42,877 miles
    Test number
    134979209459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    35,969 miles
    Test number
    534194218027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 KNJ

Does LM54 KNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 KNJ expired on 28 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 KNJ?
The MOT on LM54 KNJ expired on 28 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 KNJ done?
LM54 KNJ was recorded at 147,189 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2023, an average of 7,281 miles a year.
Has LM54 KNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 KNJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LM54 KNJ 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 KNJ find?
LM54 KNJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: coolant leak radiator; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi union; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge, and 3 more.

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